Fascia Series Part 3 – Learn How Foam Rolling Can Support the Fascia
Health Issues from Mold Exposure
Fascia Series Part 2 – What Damages the Fascia? & Short History Lesson
Toxic Mold Exposure Can Cause Rage & Neurological Symptoms
Yes, it’s true, mold exposure can cause rage and a host of other awful symptoms. Exposure to mycotoxins, which are toxic substances (secondary metabolites) produced by certain types of mold, can have serious health effects. One of the most disturbing of these effects is the potential to cause rage, as …
With Disease & Complex Illness, Is It All Genetics?
Are all diseases and complex illnesses a matter of genetics? Are you chemically sensitive? Injured by mold? Are your parents to blame? Not so fast. Genetics load the gun but our environmental exposures and our lifestyle choices help pull the trigger. “Genetics do play a role in the predisposition for …
What is the fascia, and why is it important? – Fascia Series Part 1
Pesticides, TILT, and Mast Cells: A Growing Global Concern – Dr. Claudia Miller Presentation
Hi friends, today I wanted to share a presentation where friend Dr. Claudia Miller shares part of her own health history and how she was harmed by exposure to pesticides used by an exterminator in her home. She also shares the connection between toxic exposures such as mold, pesticides, cleaning …
The Impact of Trichothecene Mycotoxins on Mast Cells and How To Support The Body
Reishi Benefits for Overall Health & For Toxic Mold Exposure
I Just Want My Life Back – Mold Illness Thoughts
I thought I’d share a few lines I penned in my diary on a day that I was feeling completely overwhelmed. I just want my life back! I want to see the pretty girl whose eyes sparkle with hope. I want to hear her laugh and say everything will be …
Sunday Reflections- Grief Isn’t Shameful
There seems to be a lot of talk around grief these days. Many years ago when you endured something traumatic it wasn’t the norm to hear people tell you to take your time grieving. At least that wasn’t my experience. When I was very sick from toxic mold exposure in …
New Paper – Mast Cell Activation May Explain Many Cases of Chemical Intolerance
I’m so excited to share this new paper with you today. It is a topic I’m very passionate about because so many people I know are suffering from debilitating mast cell disease symptoms. From anaphylaxis to extreme food intolerances, mast cell activation syndrome and or disorder can be a life-altering …
I almost Died – Sunday Ramblings & Reflections
Hi friends. I hope and pray that you are well. I’ve missed you. Lately, I’ve been hiding as we navigate through some crazy terrain. I’m sorry I haven’t been very active on my social media pages or blog these past few weeks. Life has been slapping me in the face, …
Why should you care about oxidative stress? Do Mycotoxins affect glutathione levels?
Have you lived or worked in a water damaged building? Did you know that mycotoxins and other contaminants can decrease the formation of glutathione? In this short video I’m discussing the following things: 1.How do low levels of glutathione impact our health? 2. Life begins in the cell. 3.What happens …
New paper provides a link between common chemicals and ‘unexplained’ chronic illnesses
The press release below is shared with the permission of Dr. Claudia Miller. SAN ANTONIO – Could your new home with its fresh paint, carpet and cabinets, as well as pesticides used around the place, cause a range of illness due to chemical intolerance?A new paper provides a long-awaited link …
Toxic Mold Exposure and Glutathione Depletion = Chronic Illness
I really enjoyed watching this video on how mycotoxins deplete our glutathione (GSH). This is one of the reasons why many of us mold injured people go on to develop chemical intolerances, mast cell issues, autoimmune and neuroimmune conditions. The video discusses how microphage function is compromised by low glutathione, …
Thoughts on the Losses We Experience Due to Mold Illness & Chemical Injury
The loss and constant suffering of mold illness and chemical injury can feel like you are constantly in and out of funerals. You bury one loss only to find that there is yet another one that you have to bury. Month after month, year after year, these losses can leave you feeling heartbroken, angry, …
Random Thoughts on Marriage, Mold Illness & Faith
I can’t pretend that I have a perfect marriage, nor can I say that we have always handled everything thrown at us with grace and patience. We’ve tried, but we’ve failed and started over so many times. Truth be told, we have fallen flat on our faces. We have quit, …
Random Saturday Thoughts – Health & Hope
Healing takes time, be gentle with yourself, and don’t compare yourself to others. Not everyone who says they are an expert in a field knows what they are talking about, so do your due diligence. Beware of professionals in any given field who have a hidden agenda or hold money, …
Mind Your Words When Talking With Or About Someone with Illnesses You Don’t Understand
No matter what you do or how you do it, there will always be people who will criticize you, speak ill, and share false information about you. It’s been my bread and butter for quite some time, and it sucks. In the early years, I remember being at church gatherings …
What Does It Mean To Be Masked & Unmasked in Regards to Fragrances & Toxic Mold
Hi friends. How often do you find that it is hard to express just how strong a friend or family member’s perfume is or how awful their fabric softener makes you feel? What does it mean when someone says that you are masked and unmasked? I dive into these topics …
May Is MCS Month-Why Do We Call Ourselves Canaries?-English/Spanish Post
May is Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Awareness Month. MCS is also known as Environmental Illness, Toxicant Induced Loss of Tolerance, and Environmentally Acquired Illness. In Spanish, it is referred to as Sensibilidad Química Multiple and or Intolerancia Ambiental. This illness can be brought on after a toxic injury. Many people develop …
Mold Testing Isn’t Enough, Mold Misinformation & More (Video)
Mold, Mycotoxins & Mitochondrial Dysfunction, PANS & Mold Exposure, Autism & Antifungals + More.
I’m growing really tired of hearing that exposure to toxic mold cannot affect you. In today’s video, I share a bit of my frustration with people who don’t believe the truth about toxic mold exposure. I share a few studies that discuss how mold and mycotoxins can cause certain conditions. …
The Connection Between Toxic Mold and MCS (Video)
Tight Homes, Encapsulated Mold and Faulty Air Sampling
Mold Exposure, Leaky Gut & Food Intolerances Oh My! (Video)
Drainage Then Detox – Why The Order Matters
Over 18 years ago, when I started coaching and teaching about herbs, healthy living, and healthy eating, almost everyone in the health and wellness industry was pushing detoxification. Detox smoothies, detox supplements, and detox foot baths were slowly making an entrance to the health world. As I started to get …
The fragranced products phenomenon: air quality and health, science and policy
Abstract Fragrance is used in consumer products around the world. However, fragrance has been associated with adverse effects on indoor and outdoor air quality and human health. Questions arise, such as the following: Why does fragrance in products pose problems? What are sources of emissions and exposures? What are health …
Birthday Wishes & Fun Facts About Me
It’s my birthday week, guys. Man has this year been rough. From hidden homelessness again to losing my belongings for a third time due to toxic mold to caring for sick family members and going backward in my healing journey… it’s been another challenging year for sure. I always dread …
What We Wish People Understood About Our Invisible Disability-Podcast Episode 5
Today I’ll be sharing comments and answers from the audience regarding the most important thing they wish people around them would understand about their illness. Below are the articles I mentioned in today’s podcast. Things to keep in mind when you are visiting someone with Chemical Intolerances & Sensitivities How …
How are relationships affected by Mold Illness & EI/TILT Podcast Episode 4
I hope you’ll listen to today’s podcast. This is a great episode to share with family and friends. Below are just a few of the things I touch on during today’s episode:-Friends being resentful because of your illness.-Spouses not believing a condition is real.-Friends and family getting offended because of …
OK Today But Incapacitated Tomorrow? Q&A Podcast Episode 2
Hi, friends welcome to episode 2 of Chemical Free Gal’s Podcast. Today, I’ll be answering the following question I received from a subscriber. “Why is it that someone injured by toxigenic mold and or chemicals can be somewhat OK one moment and experiencing anaphylaxis, dizziness, vomiting, immobility, and pain the …
Chemical Free Gal’s New Podcast Episode 1
Hi guys! I wanted to invite you to join me each Saturday for my new podcasts. Come hang out with me as I share about chemical intolerances (TILT/MCS), toxigenic mold, chemical-free living, Neuroimmune Illnesses, toxins in the news, healthy eating, and delicious recipes, faith, prayer and so much more. My …
Today Is Launch Day! (Grab 15% off NOW) on Official Chemical Free Gal™ Merch
Hi guys! As promised, today is the day you get to purchase items from the Official Chemical Free Gal™ merchandise storefront. I’ve done a few collaborations with our sister store CYRACARO so be sure to check out those items as well. The Chemical Free Gal™ storefront will focus on raising …
New Line of Clothing Highlights Fragrance & Chemical Sensitivity
This Friday, June 5th, 2020, a new line of official Chemical Free Gal™ merchandise for men and women will be available for purchase. In the future, I will also have items for children too. I’m so excited as this is something I’ve wanted to do for several years now. Quietly, I’ve …
Look For The Helpers – Reflections Amidst The Coronavirus Pandemic
I just wanted to take a moment to encourage you during these crazy times that we’re going through. I’ve been trying to write this post for the last two weeks but haven’t been feeling well enough to do so. I had a bad chemical and mold exposure that pushed me …
Searching for a Mold Free Home – Mold Chronicles
A Struggle Endured By Many Yet Understood By Few – Mold Chronicles
Many families won’t have gifts or decorations, or special treats during the holidays. Some won’t even have a home to live in. Instead of searching for Black Friday deals on toys or gadgets, they’ll be searching for a place to pitch up a tent or a vacant room in someone’s …
What Does It Feel Like To Get Sick From Mold/Chemicals and How Can Friends and Family Offer Support
In this post, I would like to talk about some of the things that people go through after they are injured by chemicals, toxic mold, and other toxins inside water-damaged buildings. I also want to share helpful tips for friends and family members of those who are suffering through a series …
How To Reduce and Avoid Problematic Exposures for Chemically Sensitive Individuals and Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance Sufferers
Mold Facts You Need To Know by Dr. Jill Crista
Today I wanted to share a short and concise video created by Dr. Jill Crista where she discusses 16 mold facts that you need to know if you’ve been exposed to a water-damaged building. “Dr. Jill Crista is the author of international bestseller Break The Mold, an invaluable resource book …
Chemical Sensitivity: The Illness Crippling People, Dismissed By Doctors – Dr. Anne Steinemann Media Coverage
Watch an interview done with Dr. Anne Steinemann on chemical sensitivities and how it is affecting thousands of Australians. This condition is also known as Toxicant Induced Loss of Tolerance. For more media coverage of Dr. Anne Steinemann’s research please click on the links below. Newspaper and Magazine Articles; Television …
New Studies by Dr. Anne Steinemann on Fragranced Baby Products, Essential Oils, Indoor Air Quality & More
A few months back Dr. Anne Steinemann sent me some of her new studies. I am posting below, with her permission what she sent me. These studies were conducted in collaboration with some of her students and colleagues and are worth looking at. Please feel free to share with others! Knowledge is power. …
March 2018 Study Finds That One in Four Americans Suffer When Exposed to Common Chemicals
I get so excited when I find out about new studies! The medical nerd in me jumps up and down. Why all the excitement? Well, today I received an email from Dr. Anne Steinemann telling me about a new study that just came out on the prevalence of multiple chemical …
Hurricane Flooding Will Cause Major Mold Issues in Water Damaged Buildings and Homes – How Do You Clean Up? – Is Mold Dangerous?
What is happening in Texas with Hurricane Harvey is so sad and concerning. My prayers are with them during this difficult time. In the back of my mind I cant stop thinking about all of the fungal and bacterial growth that is going to take over the flooded areas. This …
Back To School Facts for Someone with Chemical Intolerances
The school year is readily approaching and with it comes a string of problems for parents who suffer from chemical intolerances aka MCS and TILT . Below is an outline of important facts that may help teachers, parents, and others better understand those who are suffering from these disabling conditions.So …
Dr. Nagy Discusses MCS, Electrical Sensitivity, Mycotoxicosis, Sick Buildings & Environmental Illness – A Must Watch
Disappearing From Society – A Look into Life with Chronic Illness
If you have a chronic illness this video will touch your heart. Many of us can relate and understand what it means to completely disappear from society and lose relationships, jobs and community interactions because our health no longer allows us such luxuries. Although the journey is hard we must …
Poll – When did you first start to experience intolerance and sensitivity to chemicals?
This poll was conducted in a private group for Moms with MCS in June of 2017. Poll results provide further confirmation that mold exposure can lead to chemical sensitivities/intolerances and a TILT/MCS diagnosis. Based on results, 59% of women polled who have chemical sensitivities or TILT also know as MCS, started to …
Three Ways To Help Ear Pain Naturally & Move Lymph
Ear infections and ear pain can be extremely uncomfortable, especially for little ones. At home we have used this remedy for many years along with organic mullein and garlic oil in the affected ear. Before moving forward I must state that it’s very important that you discuss your concerns with …