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
Fungal and bacterial growth inside ductwork is a common problem, especially in high humidity areas. AC ductwork that is incorrectly installed can also cause serious mold growth issues. Over the years I have spoken to quite a few HVAC contractors, hygienists, and remediators. Below are a few pointers I have learned along the way from…… Continue reading Moldy Air Conditioning Ducts – Do You Know What To Do?
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?
The school year is readily approaching and with it comes a string of problems for parents who suffer from MCS, TILT and similar Environmental Diseases. 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 talking about…… Continue reading Back To School Facts for Someone with MCS & Similar Environmental Diseases
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 with chemical sensitivities or with TILT also knowMCS, started to experience symptoms after their mold exposure, this…… Continue reading Poll – When did you first start to experience chemical sensitivities?
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
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
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
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
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
