Skin Wars with Richard L Kuhns B.S.Ch.E., and co-host, Robin O'Herron

Strategies for Managing Morgellons and Skin Parasites
A comprehensive protocol for managing skin parasites through internal diet and external environmental control

This episode of Skin Wars explores the comprehensive management strategies discussed in the Morgellons Think Tank, led by Richard Koons. The episode outlines the "King Diet," rigorous environmental disinfection protocols, and specialized skin care routines designed to address Morgellons, Collembola, and related parasitic infestations.

Core Philosophy: The Inside-Outside Approach
The program is built on the premise that recovery requires a dual-focus strategy: stopping internal breeding through diet while simultaneously eliminating external organisms from the environment and skin. Richard Koons emphasizes that because the body acts as a "walking parasite machine," cleaning the skin without addressing the internal environment or the living space results in a never-ending cycle of re-infection.

The King Diet: Internal Regulation
The "King Diet" is the foundation of the protocol, described as more restrictive than Paleo or Mediterranean diets. It specifically excludes items like carrots, peas, olive oil, corn, and even breath mints containing certain sugars. The diet consists of three stages, moving from a highly restrictive Stage 1 to a more flexible Stage 3 as symptoms subside. Success in Stage 1 can be achieved in as little as a week if followed perfectly, though mistakes can extend this period to months.

Environmental & Laundry Protocols
Effective disinfection relies on specific agents and mechanical tools. Laundry-grade ammonia is cited as the most cost-effective disinfectant for clothing and surfaces, though it must be used with caution due to its nature as a neurotoxin and its toxicity to pets. For resistant infestations, a "tote method" is recommended, using ammonia fumes to treat clothing before washing. Additionally, the use of electrostatic sprayers is highlighted for rapid coverage of large areas and airborne organisms, though ammonia should never be used in these machines as it causes damage.

Skin Debriding and Bathing Routine
Bathing is a critical component of the "outside" strategy. The protocol suggests bathing up to three times a day using specific agents like Nature's Gift Debriding Soap, Epsom salts, borax, or peppermint oil. The debriding soap is designed to penetrate the skin and physically signal organisms to leave, while disinfectants in the water neutralize them. It is strictly advised never to shampoo hair in the bathtub to prevent organisms from entering the eyes, which can cause temporary blindness.

Recovery from Morgellons and skin parasites is presented as a disciplined, full-time commitment. By combining the restrictive King Diet with meticulous environmental cleaning and frequent debriding baths, the protocol aims to transform a "major catastrophe" into a manageable "blip" in the patient's life.