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Mycoplasma Pneumonia Outbreak
I recently spent 15 days battling Mycoplasma pneumonia—the sickest I’ve been in five years, despite living a clean and healthy lifestyle. As a single, working mom of two, here’s what I wish I had known beforehand to better prepare for and navigate this challenging experience.
What is it:
Mycoplasma pneumonia (MP) is a bacterial infection that causes symptoms like dry cough, fever and mild shortness of breath during exertion. It spreads quickly in crowded spaces, such as schools, campuses, and nursing homes, public spaces through respiratory droplets released when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Once inhaled, the bacteria attach to lung tissue and multiply, leading to infection. MP symptoms differ from typical pneumonia caused by bacteria like Streptococcus and Haemophilus due to its gradual onset over over 1-3 weeks with nonspecific signs such as fatigue or sore throat.
What you need to know:
It is an unusual phenomenon that this bacterium lacks a cell wall, which is the primary target for many common antibiotics and natural antibodies. This is important to understand because our standard approach to most pneumonia or bacterial infection is the use of penicillin-based antibiotics which MP is resistant to making pre-infection resilience crucial.
Presenting symptoms:
MP develops silently for 1 to 4 weeks for symptoms to appear after someone has been exposed to the bacteria making early diagnosis challenging as symptoms can last for several weeks. Some infected people may have no symptoms. If the infection spreads beyond the lungs, symptoms may include red blood cell breakdown, skin rash, and joint issues. MP as typically presents a low-grade fever, fatigue, headache, slowly worsening cough, sore throat in adults while younger children experience diarrhea, sneezing, sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, vomiting, watery eyes, and wheezing.
What you need to know:
A week before falling ill, I experienced intermittent symptoms of fatigue, headaches, and episodes of elevated heart rate and body temperature. At the time, I attributed these to the demands of single parenting and preparing for the holidays. However, on the day my illness fully manifested, my resting body temperature, typically 98.6°F, had risen by 3.9°F, and my usual resting heart rate of 55 beats per minute had spiked to 80 beats per minute.
Contrary to the common description of Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) as causing a dry, nonproductive cough, my experience involved an aggressively productive, wet cough. At its peak, it felt like a near-drowning sensation. My most severe symptoms included a high fever lasting 72 hours, followed by a persistent low-grade fever for 10 days.
During this time, I developed thrush, which I managed through a candida cleanse and homeopathic remedies such as Borax and Candida albicans pellets. I also lost my appetite for seven days and relied on teas, electrolyte water, and broths to stay hydrated. Severe coughing fits led to episodes of choking and dry vomiting, adding to the overall intensity of the illness.
Treatment:
Mycoplasma pneumoniae is intrinsically resistant to certain antibiotics, particularly those targeting cell walls (e.g., beta-lactams like penicillins and cephalosporins) due to its lack of a cell wall. To inhibit MP treatment typically involves antibiotics like Macrolides (e.g., Azithromycin) or tetracyclines, which target its protein synthesis or DNA replication as these are vital for its survival in the nutrient-rich environment of the host.
What you need to know:
If a medical affiliate suggests Tylenol (acetaminophen) for fever or pain, they do not understand its potential effects on antioxidant defenses. Acetaminophen depletes glutathione, a key antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative damage. During metabolism in the liver, it produces a toxic byproduct, NAPQI, which glutathione neutralizes to prevent harm. Reduced glutathione levels can impact inflammatory pulmonary diseases.
Prevention Through Fortified Wellness:
In my personal exploration of fortified wellness, the best treatment is prevention. Adequate nutrition, hydration and sun exposure are fundamental to thriving in the toxic conditions we now face on a regular basis. This is where I differ from (nearly) all health and wellness programs because my base line of nutrition does not include eating more fruits and vegetable as they result in higher glucose levels. MP metabolizes glucose from host cells to generate energy through glycolysis. It lacks a complete set of enzymes making glucose essential. Nutritional foods should include animal proteins, fats and fermented foods.
Your Nutritional Approach
1. Animal Proteins & Fats:
• Benefits: Animal proteins provide bioavailable nutrients (e.g., amino acids, iron, zinc, and B vitamins) that are critical for immune function and tissue repair. Healthy fats support hormone production, cellular membranes, and anti-inflammatory processes.
• Low Glucose Impact: These foods have minimal impact on blood glucose levels, aligning with the goal of reducing glucose availability to pathogens.
2. Fermented Foods:
• Benefits: Fermented foods (e.g., sauerkraut, kefir, yogurt) are rich in probiotics, which support gut health. A healthy gut microbiome is vital for immunity, as a significant portion of the immune system resides in the gut.
• Acidic Environment: The metabolites from fermentation (like lactic acid) can help create an environment less favorable for pathogens.
3. Exclusion of Excessive Fruits and Vegetables:
• Rationale: While fruits and vegetables offer micronutrients and antioxidants, their high carbohydrate content can lead to elevated blood glucose levels, potentially feeding glucose-dependent pathogens like MP.
• Balanced Inclusion (if any): Low-glycemic vegetables (e.g., leafy greens) and fruits (e.g., berries) can be consumed in moderation for fiber and phytonutrients without significantly impacting glucose levels.
Key Practices for Fortified Wellness:
• Intermittent Fasting: Periods of fasting can lower circulating glucose levels and promote autophagy, a cellular cleaning process that may help remove infected or damaged cells.
• Hydration with Electrolytes: Staying hydrated with added minerals like magnesium and potassium supports cellular function and overall energy levels.
• Sun Exposure: Regular sun exposure helps optimize vitamin D levels, crucial for immunity and overall vitality.
• Targeted Supplements: If needed, supplementing with omega-3s, zinc, and probiotics can further enhance immune resilience.
Differentiation from Mainstream Programs:
This approach is distinct because it challenges the widespread narrative that more fruits and vegetables are universally beneficial. By focusing on nutrient density, glucose moderation, and gut health, prioritizing individualized wellness over generalized recommendations.
It is crucial to understand the interplay between nutrition and pathogens like MP, as well as a commitment to empowering the body to thrive in challenging environments.
Why are we experiencing this outbreak:
In December of 2024 we globally experienced a mist/fog type of (unnatural) event.
Fog can serve as a protective barrier for Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) by shielding it from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun, which would otherwise damage or kill the bacteria. Additionally, the dense moisture particles in fog act as a vehicle for bacterial transmission, allowing MP to remain suspended in the air for longer periods and increasing the likelihood of inhalation by individuals. This unique environment provides temporary survival conditions for MP, despite its usual vulnerability to environmental factors like UV radiation and desiccation.
What you need to know:
Since our body is slow to mount an immune response against Mycoplasma pneumoniae, the best line of defense is environmental protection. This includes minimizing exposure in conditions that support bacterial survival, such as foggy or humid environments, and maintaining good air circulation to reduce the concentration of airborne bacteria. These measures help limit transmission and reduce the risk of infection.
Unnatural cold fronts to be experienced in January 2025:
Cold temperatures can indirectly support the survival and transmission of Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) by reducing the natural defenses in the environment and human body.
Here’s how:
Extended Survival: Cool air typically has higher moisture content, especially in foggy or humid environments, which helps MP survive longer by protecting it from desiccation and UV damage. Cool air decreases humidity because it causes condensation, this gives us more physical contact with water droplets that may contain certain pathogens.
Cold weather can suppress immune function: Increasing susceptibility to respiratory infections like Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP). This immune suppression is influenced by several factors.
Lowered Vitamin D Levels: reduced sunlight exposure during colder months leads to decreased production of vitamin D, a critical nutrient for immune modulation and defense against pathogens.
Cold conditions can impair mitochondrial redox balance: Which is vital for energy production and cellular repair. This can weaken the body’s ability to mount an effective immune response.
Shorter daylight hours and limited exposure to natural light: Disrupt circadian rhythms, which regulate immune system activity and hormone production. This disruption may lower the body’s resilience to infections. These combined factors create a physiological environment that reduces the body’s ability to fight off respiratory pathogens, highlighting the importance of preventative measures during colder seasons.
Indoor Crowding: Cold temperatures often lead to more indoor gatherings, increasing close contact and the spread of MP through respiratory droplets. While MP lacks a cell wall, which makes it fragile, cold conditions combined with the right humidity (60–80%) create an environment where it can survive longer and spread more effectively.
My Approach to Healing and Preventing Mycoplasma Pneumonia:
Foods I’m Including:
• Proteins and Fats: Red meat, butter, eggs, heavy cream
• Probiotic-Rich Foods: Kefir, fermented cabbage
• Antioxidant Foods: Red onion, pomegranate seeds, oranges
Supplements I’m Taking:
• Antimicrobial Support: Black walnut seed oil, pau d’arco, oregano oil, colloidal silver, licorice root
• Immune Boosters: Vitamin D (2,000–5,000 IU), vitamin C (500–2,000 mg), zinc, quercetin
• Respiratory Support: N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC), glutathione
• Nervous System and Energy Support: Magnesium (malate, L-threonate, taurate)
• Hydration Support: Electrolytes
Actions I’m Practicing:
• Circadian Rhythm Support: Watching sunrise and sunset daily
• Physical Activity: Vibration plate, trampoline jumping, walking every few hours, sauna blanket, red light therapy
• Detox and Relaxation: Magnesium/bentonite clay baths, stretching
• Respiratory Health: Deep breathing exercises
What I’m Avoiding:
• Public Exposure: Minimizing time in crowded or public spaces
• Mainstream Media: Avoiding news and entertainment that adds unnecessary stress or distraction
By focusing on nutrient-dense foods, targeted supplements, and supportive actions, I’m strengthening my body’s natural defenses and minimizing risks associated with Mycoplasma pneumoniae.