The Herbal Academy has just launched a new course called “After the Bite: What You Need to Know About Tick-Borne Diseases.” This course features a natural remedy for tick bites and supportive herbal care after the bite.
As someone who was seriously ill ‘after the bite’ – and didn’t even realize a tick had sent me to the emergency room – I am keenly interested in this course. Here’s my story of how a tiny tick the size of a grain of pepper sent me to the emergency room, and why I am passionate about this course.
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Tick Bite Diseases Are More Common Than You Think
You cannot be a gardener here in central Virginia without encountering ticks. As a pet owner, my dog and cats get monthly flea and tick medication, but they still bring the occasional hitch-hiker into the house.
I picked up the tick that almost killed me while working in my garden, Labor Day weekend, 2020.
I remember feeling great as I raked leaves from the far corner of the garden near the woods. It was a bright, sunny day, and I fit into my slimmest pair of shorts. After I finished raking, I went inside. It was then I found a tiny tick on my shoulder. I removed it, wondering why it left such a large scab for such a small tick. There was no bull’s eye rash – the common Lyme disease symptom – so I just thought, “Hey, that’s weird,” and went on with my day.
Around midnight, I woke up with a raging thirst. I alternately shivered and sweated. I was so woozy I barely made it to the bathroom. No amount of water could quench my thirst. My head hurt so badly I could barely keep my chin up. The next day, I felt awful. I dragged myself to my desk and tried to work through the day. I called my doctor and scheduled a telehealth visit. She took one look at me over the video and said, “Go to the emergency room. Now.”
A few hours later, I did just that. I didn’t have a thermometer at home, so I had no idea how high my fever was. I waited and waited in the E.R. The nurse took my temperature, frowned, waited a bit, took it again, and her frown deepened. I asked what it was. “102.3,” she said.
She came back about half an hour later with the doctor, and my fever spiked over 103. To this day, I’m still not sure how high it went.
There Are Many Tick-Borne Diseases (Not Just Lyme!)
What I learned in the emergency room that day shocked me. I knew that ticks carried Lyme disease. Sure, I’d heard about Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, but wasn’t that only in the Rockies?
Nope, it was here in Virginia…and I had it.
Fortunately, antibiotics helped me recover. I later found out that there are several tick-borne illnesses in my state. Lyme, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (which doesn’t always produce spots!), Alpha-Gal and many others that can make your life miserable. Or end it.
If you are bitten by a tick and develop a fever or other symptoms, I urge you to see a doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.
After Care: Natural Remedies for Tick Bites
I take tick bites much more seriously since that trip to the emergency room. Good nutrition, herbal support, and of course, antibiotics helped me recover, and I am grateful to be well today.
The Herbal Academy just launched a new webinar and course: After the Bite: What You Need to Know About Tick-Borne Diseases. It sure is timely!
The webinar covered what to do immediately after a tick bite, including:
- How to identify different tick species
- Symptoms to watch for after a bite
- Herbs commonly used for tick bites and recovery support
- When it’s important to seek medical care
- Common diseases associated with different tick species
If you missed it live, it’s not too late to watch the replay, which will stay open through Wednesday, June 3rd!
New Course: Holistic Approach for Tick-Borne Diseases
This is the first time Herbal Academy has offered in-depth information about ticks, tick-borne diseases, prevention, and holistic support, and it feels especially timely right now with tick populations continuing to rise.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in the course:
- Tick biology, physiology, and ecology
- Disease transmission
- Holistic bite prevention strategies
- Tick removal protocols
- DIY tick spray recipes
- Post-bite herbal support strategies
- Immune health and chronic illness support
- And comprehensive coverage of tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease, babesiosis, alpha-gal syndrome, and many more
The course features lessons and guidance from clinical herbalists and naturopathic physicians who have extensive experience with tick-borne diseases, so you can feel confident, more informed, and prepared if you or someone you love ever experiences a tick bite or tick-borne illness. Learn more and enroll here 👉 Enroll.
Limited-Time Gifts with Enrollment
Right now, Herbal Academy is also offering an Early Bird discount through June 3. Enroll today and you’ll ….
- Save $100 on the price of enrollment
- BONUS: Tick ID & Symptom Checker: A quick-reference guide to help identify common tick species and symptoms to watch for after a bite.
- BONUS: Tick Repellent Spray: Expanded Recipe Collection: Additional tick repellent spray recipes featuring fresh essential oil scent blends inspired by the course material.
Enroll today for deep savings and early bird gifts 👉ENROLL
I can’t wait to take this course myself. The more time I spend outside gardening and enjoying nature this time of year, the more I realize how important it is to actually know which holistic measures to take if a tick bite happens. I’d much rather learn about prevention and next steps now than try to figure it all out in a panic later. Getting sick from a tick bite is something I do not want to repeat.
And if you already have a tick-borne disease, this course offers all the in-depth, holistic solutions that are difficult to find elsewhere, especially from trusted experts.
REMEMBER: This blog is for educational purposes only. I share information about herbs, gardening, and traditional uses. I do not diagnose, treat, or prescribe. Nothing here is medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs, especially if you have health conditions or take medications.
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