Selects: Maggots: Good For Healing Wounds, Turns Out

# Maggots: Good for Healing Wounds

In this fascinating and admittedly gross episode, Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly effective world of maggot therapy — yes, the actual application of live fly larvae to wounds to help them heal. They trace the history of this treatment from ancient times through battlefield discoveries to modern medical practice, exploring why this squirm-inducing therapy actually works better than conventional wound care in many cases. The guys break down the science of how maggots clean infected wounds, fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and even stimulate new tissue growth, all while sharing some pretty jaw-dropping statistics about healing times compared to standard treatment.