Feb 24, 2025
For over a century, we’ve been told that germs cause disease. But what if the real determining factor isn’t the strength of the germ—but the strength of the host?
Pasteur’s Final Confession: “The Terrain is Everything”
Louis Pasteur, the father of germ theory, revolutionized medicine by claiming that bacteria and viruses invade the body and cause illness. But on his deathbed, he admitted:
“The microbe is nothing, the terrain is everything.”
This means that disease isn’t just about exposure to germs—it’s about how strong and resilient your body is!
The Science That Challenges Germ Theory
People Exposed to Germs Don’t Always Get Sick
In 1918, researchers exposed healthy individuals to the mucus, saliva, and even blood of flu patients. None of them developed the flu.
(Source: Rosenau, 1919, U.S. Public Health Service Report)
Your Body is FULL of Bacteria and Viruses
The human microbiome contains trillions of microbes—many of which live in harmony with us!
If germs alone caused disease, we would always be sick.
Stress, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Affect Your Health More Than Germs
Research in epigenetics proves that the body responds to its environment—not just to germs.
Poor diet, stress, lack of sleep, and toxic exposure weaken your immune system, allowing disease to take hold.
What This Means for You
✔ Stop fearing germs – You are not weak! Your body is designed to adapt and thrive.
✔ Build a strong terrain – Eat well, get adjusted, exercise, sleep, and minimize stress.
✔ Educate others – Share this truth with family and friends!
At the end of the day, health is an inside-out job. Your body is fearfully and wonderfully made—let’s treat it that way!
Dr. Josh
