Category: Mycotoxins

What We Wish People Understood About Our Invisible Disability-Podcast Episode 5
Americans with Disabilities Act · Chemical Free Gal's Podcast · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · MCS · Mycotoxins · Podcast · Sick Buildings · TILT

What We Wish People Understood About Our Invisible Disability-Podcast Episode 5

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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 To Reduce and Avoid Problematic…… Continue reading What We Wish People Understood About Our Invisible Disability-Podcast Episode 5

Today Is Launch Day! (Grab 15% off NOW) on Official Chemical Free Gal™ Merch
Allergies and Asthma · Americans with Disabilities Act · CIRS · Dr. Anne Steinemann · Green Living · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Health News · In the news · MCS · MCS Clothing · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · TILT

Today Is Launch Day! (Grab 15% off NOW) on Official Chemical Free Gal™ Merch

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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 awareness through fashion for Invisible…… Continue reading Today Is Launch Day! (Grab 15% off NOW) on Official Chemical Free Gal™ Merch

Look For The Helpers – Reflections Amidst The Coronavirus Pandemic
Dr. Anne Steinemann · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · How I feel · In the news · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · TILT · Words for the Soul

Look For The Helpers – Reflections Amidst The Coronavirus Pandemic

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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 over the edge and the…… Continue reading Look For The Helpers – Reflections Amidst The Coronavirus Pandemic

Searching for a Mold Free Home – Mold Chronicles
CIRS · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · TILT · Uncategorized

Searching for a Mold Free Home – Mold Chronicles

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I’m going to get real for a little because I know so many families going through similar struggles and I want to share a little about what we’ve gone through these past 19 months. Although my mold saga started 14 years ago (click here and here to read about my story) we were doing well…… Continue reading Searching for a Mold Free Home – Mold Chronicles

CIRS · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · How I feel · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · TILT

What Does It Feel Like To Get Sick From Mold/Chemicals and How Can Friends and Family Offer Support

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In this post, I would like to talk about some of the things that people go through after they are injured by chemicals, toxigenic mold and other toxins inside of water-damaged buildings. I also want to share helpful tips for friends and family members of those who are suffering through a series of impossible illnesses. I say…… Continue reading What Does It Feel Like To Get Sick From Mold/Chemicals and How Can Friends and Family Offer Support

aerotoxic syndrome · Allergies and Asthma · Baby & Child Health · chemials in clothing · CIRS · Dr. Anne Steinemann · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · Toxic Food Ingredients/Additives · Toxic Household Items

How To Reduce and Avoid Problematic Exposures for Chemically Sensitive Individuals and Toxicant Induced Loss of Tolerance Sufferers

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This article was created with the clinician and the patient in mind. It is a comprehensive resource that can be useful for medical practitioners and patients alike, to learn how they can better reduce and or avoid problematic exposures. Those of us who have been injured by chemicals and or toxic mold know first hand…… Continue reading How To Reduce and Avoid Problematic Exposures for Chemically Sensitive Individuals and Toxicant Induced Loss of Tolerance Sufferers

Allergies and Asthma · Audio Posts · cancer · CIRS · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Immune System · In the news · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · TILT · Toxic Household Items

Mold Facts You Need To Know by Dr. Jill Crista

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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. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_bRAFPp28A “Dr. Jill Crista is the author of international bestseller Break The Mold, an invaluable resource book for people affected by…… Continue reading Mold Facts You Need To Know by Dr. Jill Crista

Allergies and Asthma · Baby & Child Health · CIRS · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings

Moldy Air Conditioning Ducts – Do You Know What To Do?

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Fungal and bacterial growth inside ductwork is a common problem, especially in high humidity areas. AC ductwork that is incorrectly installed can also cause mold growth issues. Over the years I have spoken to quite a few HVAC contractors, hygienists, and remediators and I’ve learned that mold in ductwork is a standard problem. It’s important…… Continue reading Moldy Air Conditioning Ducts – Do You Know What To Do?

CIRS · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Health News · In the news · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · Symptoms · TILT

Hurricane Flooding Will Cause Major Mold Issues in Water Damaged Buildings and Homes – How Do You Clean Up? – Is Mold Dangerous?

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1xFbHUAT4o 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 is a huge concern…… Continue reading Hurricane Flooding Will Cause Major Mold Issues in Water Damaged Buildings and Homes – How Do You Clean Up? – Is Mold Dangerous?

chemials in clothing · CIRS · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · How I feel · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · TILT

Back To School Facts for Someone with Chemical Intolerances

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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 just what are we…… Continue reading Back To School Facts for Someone with Chemical Intolerances

CIRS · Dr. Shoemaker · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · TILT · Uncategorized · Vaccinations · Vaccines

Poll – When did you first start to experience intolerance and sensitivity to chemicals?

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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 experience symptoms after their mold exposure,…… Continue reading Poll – When did you first start to experience intolerance and sensitivity to chemicals?

CIRS · Dr. Shoemaker · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings

Scientific Study on Exposure to Water-Damaged Buildings, Mold, and Mycotoxins

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The Scientific World Journal Volume 2013 (2013), Article ID 767482, 20 pages http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/767482 Review Article A Review of the Mechanism of Injury and Treatment Approaches for Illness Resulting from Exposure to Water-Damaged Buildings, Mold, and Mycotoxins Janette Hope Environmental Medicine, 304 W. Los Olivos Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA Received 15 January 2013; Accepted 10 February 2013…… Continue reading Scientific Study on Exposure to Water-Damaged Buildings, Mold, and Mycotoxins

CIRS · Dr. Shoemaker · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Lab tests · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · Symptoms

Mold, Mycotoxins, and CIRS with Dr. Jill Carnahan

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I had to share a podcast I heard this week. Dr. Ruscio a Functional Medicine doctor out of CA had a very informative conversation about mold, mycotoxins, and CIRS (chronic immune response syndrome) with Dr. Jill Carnahan who specializes is treating patients injured by Biotoxins. If you have a moment to listen to this interview please do. A…… Continue reading Mold, Mycotoxins, and CIRS with Dr. Jill Carnahan

Dr. Shoemaker · Health Issues from Mold Exposure · In the news · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · Symptoms

Documentary Reveals the Hazards of Toxic Mold and Mold-Related Illnesses

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This is a fantastic article written by Dr. Mercola about the dangers of toxic mold. The video posted along with this article is a documentary about mold related illness. The documentary shares interviews from patients whose lives were changed from toxic mold exposure. Various mold experts and Functional Medicine doctors are also interviewed in this…… Continue reading Documentary Reveals the Hazards of Toxic Mold and Mold-Related Illnesses

How Mold Spores and Mycotoxins Affect the Body
Health Issues from Mold Exposure · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · Symptoms

How Mold Spores and Mycotoxins Affect the Body

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Written by Susan Lillard – Source: http://www.urthpro.com Mold spores are in the air everywhere looking for the moisture required to grow. Water from a shower, a leaky faucet or toilet provides all the moisture needed for them to grow and multiply. If dampened wood or sheetrock is not dried out within 24-48 hours, mold will…… Continue reading How Mold Spores and Mycotoxins Affect the Body

My Experience & Using Diet to Combat the Health Effects of Mold Exposure
CIRS · MCS · Mold · Mycotoxins

My Experience & Using Diet to Combat the Health Effects of Mold Exposure

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Because I know so many people who are dealing with this malady I am going to share just a bit of my story and what has helped me cope with my current health issues. I hope you are encouraged. Please feel free to share this post with others on your FB pages and other social media…… Continue reading My Experience & Using Diet to Combat the Health Effects of Mold Exposure

Health Issues from Mold Exposure · In the news · Mycotoxins · Sick Buildings · Symptoms

Mold Pandemic Sweeping Across America

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Written by Dr. Mercola – Source  Jack Thrasher, PhD, is extremely knowledgeable on the topic of mold and how it impacts your health. Interestingly, from a toxicity point of view, some mycotoxins that molds produce are actually far more toxic than heavy metals, in terms of concentration. Mold mycotoxins also tend to affect more biological…… Continue reading Mold Pandemic Sweeping Across America