Are your gut, thyroid, and skin issues caused by the parasite Blastocystis hominis? Today you’re going to learn about a patient who resolved her hypothyroid condition, chronic bloating, and constipation once her Blasto parasite cleared—while following an anti-inflammatory diet and the proper supplements.
My name is Dr. Tom Rofrano from the Natural Medicine Clinic in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and I’m the author of the FreeDiet®. I’ve been blessed to have seen over 100,000 patient visits over the last 38 years, many involving gut and thyroid issues. This patient was no exception.
Her Symptoms: Years of Gut, Thyroid, and Skin Problems
A 54-year-old woman came in with:
- Chronic constipation
- Gas and bloating
- Fatigue
- Anxiety and depression
- Headaches
- Joint pain
- Hair loss
- Acne
- Cold hands and feet
- Hot flashes
- Poor sleep
She was feeling miserable and was looking for answers.
Comprehensive Testing Revealed the Root Causes
The first step was a full evaluation with comprehensive lab testing.
Low Thyroid Function
- Elevated TSH
- Low white blood cell count
Nutrient Deficiencies
She had low levels of:
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Iodine
Toxins
- High levels of mercury
Infections
A stool test revealed:
- Candida yeast overgrowth
- Blastocystis hominis parasite
Blastocystis hominis is a microscopic protozoan parasite that can cause:
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Gas and bloating
- Rashes, hives, and other skin reactions
Although many people experience diarrhea, this patient had constipation.
Hormonal Imbalances
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Below-optimal DHEA
- Low cortisol
Food Reactions
- Gluten sensitivity
- Leaky gut
These were her underlying root causes.
Her Results After Treatment
After putting her on a specific anti-inflammatory diet and targeted supplements, her results were remarkable.
Thyroid Improvements
- TSH dropped from 10.26 to 1.29
Immune Improvements
- Low white blood cell count increased 45% to normal
Parasite Cleared
- Repeat stool test at 6 months showed Blastocystis hominis was completely gone
Symptoms Resolved
Over time, the following issues cleared up:
- Constipation
- Bloating and gas
- Anxiety and depression
- Joint pain
- Headaches
- Hair loss
- Nail fungus
- Night sweats
- Fatigue
She was feeling great and functioning normally again.
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet: The FreeDiet®
The diet I put her on is called the FreeDiet®, which I developed years ago while healing my own Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroid condition, rheumatoid arthritis, IBS, fatigue, and skin issues.
The FreeDiet® is free of:
- Gluten
- Grains
- Sugar
- Yeast
- Dairy
- Eggs
- Soy
- Legumes
- Nightshades
- Processed foods
These are the foods most commonly responsible for inflammation and chronic gut, thyroid, and skin issues.
Targeted Supplements That Supported Her Healing
Along with the diet, she took the supplements she specifically needed.
The Functional Five™ (Foundational Nutrients)
- Multivitamin
- Fish oil
- Vitamin D with K
- Magnesium
- Probiotic
Blastocyistis hominis – Gut Support
The most effective probiotic I’ve found for Blasto is ProbioSupreme™ SB, which contains Saccharomyces boulardii.
I also used a combination of products I formulated called Blasto Pack, designed to support microbial balance in the gut.
Additional Support
- Curcumin (inflammation support)
- Iodine (because she was deficient)
- Adrenal support formulas
- Thyroid support including selenium
Note: I do not recommend taking iodine unless testing shows a deficiency, as unnecessary iodine can be harmful.
Her Transformation
With the FreeDiet® and the proper supplements, she was able to:
- Balance her thyroid
- Heal her gut
- Clear up her skin
- Resolve fatigue
- Eliminate the parasite
- Restore her overall health
The Bottom Line
If you want to clear up chronic gut or thyroid issues, the first step is proper testing. When you identify the root causes and are provided the right solutions, I believe almost anyone can get better.
Go here if you would like a free copy of the FreeDiet® phase 1 food chart.
