In a compelling episode of The Cutting Edge Health Podcast: Preventing Cognitive Decline, host Jane Rogers explores Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE) with Dr. Paul Savage from MD Lifespans in Chicago. This innovative treatment is reshaping our approach to toxin-induced diseases, offering hope for a healthier future.
The Science and Impact of TPE
TPE, often described as a human “oil change,” has been used in medicine for over six decades. This process involves removing a patient’s plasma, filtering out toxins, and replenishing it with human albumin and saline. By purifying the bloodstream, TPE aims to prevent diseases linked to toxins and inflammation, such as Alzheimer’s and heart disease.Dr. Savage emphasizes TPE’s goal of maintaining a toxin-free body environment to promote health and longevity. Early intervention is crucial; he advocates for younger individuals to begin treatment before symptoms of disease appear.
TPE isn’t suitable for everyone. Dr. Savage advises against it for individuals with advanced Alzheimer’s, chronic heart or kidney failure, cancer, or those on specific medications due to potential risks. The treatment primarily targets younger individuals, especially those genetically predisposed to serious illnesses and women planning pregnancies.
Evidence-Based Results
An unnamed interviewer shares their transformative experience as the first patient to undergo TPE, noting significant reductions in toxin levels and improved well-being. Dr. Savage cites data from 40 individuals showing decreases in inflammation and oxidative stress markers.