Twelve Golden Rules a Person with MCS must follow to Slowdown the Progression of MCS, so that He or She Can Enjoy a Very Long Productive Life By Rabin Prusty, MSCE Live in a clean house without carpet, chemicals, or mold. Breathe only clean and fresh air. Living in a house with carpet, chemicals, or…… Continue reading Golden Rules to Slowdown Progression of MCS
When you are sensitive to chemicals you cringe at the thought of store-bought soaps. So DIY recipes are usually best. Here is how you can make your own charcoal cleansing soap. As always please test all ingredients prior to melting to make sure you do not react to them. Purchase these ingredients ahead of time:…… Continue reading Make Charcoal Cleansing Soap – Easy Peasy
Adults are not the only ones affected by Mycotoxins, chemicals, and other environmental contaminants. From my research and interviews with medical professionals, mold remediators and affected families I can tell you that children especially young children are just as vulnerable as adults to illnesses caused by environmental toxins. One of the doctors who covers this…… Continue reading Children and Environmental Toxins
Myth: People who have negative reactions to fragrances simply have allergies. Why is it necessary to structure my life around someone’s allergies? Fact: Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, or MCS, is a progressive neurological disease that can result in death. Asthma, which often causes sensitivity to fragrance-containing products, can also result in death. Whereas people with allergies…… Continue reading Myths and Facts About Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)
So many people with MCS, CIRS and TILT are looking for safe housing. Housing that is free from mold and chemicals. Some people have opted for tiny homes or converted trailers and they live isolated from buildings and contaminated spaces. So what can you do if you are chemically sensitive and you need to find safe materials…… Continue reading Chemical Free Housing
How to Be Fragrance Free Chemically sensitive people vary in their reactions to scents and chemicals, smoke and pet dander. As a general rule, when attending a fragrance-free event or visiting a chemically sensitive person, the more thoroughly you can rid yourself of scents, smoke, pet hair, and chemicals, the better. Begin preparation as far…… Continue reading How to Be Fragrance Free
For years I have been making ice cream by hand or using my Vitamix blender. A while back I snagged an amazing ice cream maker at a 70% discount. I had my eye on it for a year so when online coupon codes became available and the price dropped I ran and I’m so happy I…… Continue reading Vanilla Caramel Pecan Ice Cream – Vegan & Paleo – Refined Sugar Free
Who doesn’t love sweet potatoes? I mean it is hard not to enjoy them. Their texture is perfect for many culinary creations making them quite versatile. Since I was a child we ate many different types, prepared in soups, juices, desserts, and main dishes. My grandmother would make fritters using a variety of sweet potato…… Continue reading Organic Vegan & Paleo Sweet Potato Fritters
I have been making my own electrolyte water for many years but about 2 years ago I started to add fermented juice and or liquid whey to give it added nutrition. Many friends ask me why the heck I waste so much time making my own stuff. Frankly, I don’t like the (crappy) ingredients in most…… Continue reading Homemade Electrolyte & Probiotic Water – 3 Easy Recipes
Thank you for visiting this page and learning about MCS, CIRS, TILT and other illnesses caused by Environmental Toxins. If you have found this information useful and this page has helped you in any please consider making a tax deductible donation online via Helping Hands Ministries for my ongoing medical treatment and recovery by clicking here. All donations received by…… Continue reading MCS Resources
Those who have followed me for a while or in real life know that I love #GettingCrazyWithKale I love all my leafy greens but kale is so packed with nutrition that I always try to incorporate more of it in our diet. From smoothies to stews, soups, and frittatas, kale is delicious in just about anything. As…… Continue reading Super Yummy Organic Sprouted Kale Pancakes Made Easy in The Blender
These past 7 plus years (during the week) we have opted for a nutritious, protein-packed herbal, green and fruit smoothies instead of breakfast. At times we also add a green smoothie alongside a healthy breakfast. Eating greens, fruits and nutritious unprocessed food for breakfast is not the norm though. It is unfortunate that for decades…… Continue reading Real Food Green Smoothie – Happiness In A Cup
Don’t be fooled by marketing. Most trail mixes and nut blends on the market are anything but healthy. Reading through labels shows that these healthy food impostors are loaded with sugar, hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup, glutamate and stabilizers. All of these ingredients contribute to diseases and destroy intestinal gut flora. #NoThankYou Here’s a…… Continue reading No Junk Nutrient Dense Sprouted Nut & Seed Trail Mix – Paleo – GAPS – Grain Free – Vegan
What is Multiple Chemical Sensitivity? Imagine not being able to leave your home because your neighbors laundry softer makes you have migraines, vomiting, tachycardia and muscle weakness just to name a few symptoms. Imagine not being able to hug or be near people with perfume because your lungs react so severely that you have to…… Continue reading What is MCS
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
Journal of Environmental and Public Health Volume 2012 (2012), Article ID 312836, 10 pages http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/312836 Research Article A Water-Damaged Home and Health of Occupants: A Case Study Jack Dwayne Thrasher,1 Michael R. Gray,2 Kaye H. Kilburn,3,4 Donald P. Dennis,5 and Archie Yu6 1Citrus Heights, CA, USA 2Progressive Healthcare Group, Benson, AZ 85602, USA 3Neurotest, Inc., Pasadena, CA 91107, USA 4USC Keck School…… Continue reading Water-Damaged Home Causes Serious Health Issues in Occupants – Case Study
Who doesn’t love popsicles? These Nutrient Dense Coconut Probiotic popsicles you are about to discover are a marriage between two of my favorite treats; cocadas (a Venezuelan drink) and coconut macaroons (favorite shredded coconut meat treat I enjoyed growing up). Both are loaded with sugar and terribly unhealthy. I created this popsicle recipe about 6…… Continue reading Paleo & Vegan Nutrient Dense Coconut Probiotic Ice Cream & Popsicles
What are you cleaning with? Do you reach for Dawn to wash your dishes or Windex to clean your windows? Did you know that most commercial cleaning products contain endocrine and immune system disrupting chemicals? Bleach, toilet bowl cleaners, disinfecting sprays, deodorizers and many other cleaning products have ingredients in them that have been linked…… Continue reading Green Cleaning Recipes
Do you grow your own herbs or get bunches at the farmers market and are just not sure how to use them before they spoil? Here are a few tips from my crazy kitchen to yours on how I store and use herbs for the many nutritious meals we prepare each week. Wash your herbs well.…… Continue reading How I Store Herbs For Food Prep.
As a child I absolutely disliked brussel sprouts, I didn’t want to see them, smell them or eat them. My mom would serve them up slightly boiled with salt and onions and it was definitely no favorite of mine. As I have gotten older, learning to cook these green bundles of goodness has made all the difference.…… Continue reading Eat Your Brussel Sprouts – Two Easy Paleo Recipes You Will Drool Over
Another story of a family affected by chemicals inside the home. Please watch these videos! Education is Power. ———————————————————————— Published on May 5, 2015 CINCINNATI (Paula Toti) — A recent report by the CBS news program “60 Minutes” has home owners around the country thinking twice about the air they breathe. The report focused on…… Continue reading Hidden home dangers – Chemicals in Our Environment You Should Know About – News Report
From before the time of Queen Esther, people have been enjoying cleansing and detox baths for vitality, purification, and healing. Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans enjoyed lavish baths in community pools, springs, and rivers. Cleansing pools were often filled with herbs and healing aromatic oils. Both cold and hot baths were used depending on the need.…… Continue reading Cleansing & Detox Baths You Should Know About
I’ve always despised going to the dentist. Cleanings have never been a favorite, the sound of that pesky little dental drill has always made me cringe. For the chemically sensitive, trips to the dentist have to be handled with care. Here are just a few thoughts to consider prior to a dental appointment, for those with an…… Continue reading Going to the Dentist? Think Again
This is great write up by Dr. Raymond Singer and Dana Darby Johnson. A must read for anyone suffering with chemical sensitivities, mold illness and neurotoxicity. —————————————————————————————————————————– The symptoms of brain injury from exposure to hazards like lead paint and toxic chemicals vary widely. But there are ways you and your experts can pinpoint the damage and…… Continue reading Recognizing Neurotoxicity – A Fantastic Medical Review
I always get excited when I see or hear about mold being talked about in the news. There is so much that mainstream medicine does not know and it is time to wake up. Over the years a growing body of evidence has evolved that agrees to the dangers and health issues related to environmental toxins such as those produced…… Continue reading Is Hidden Mold at Home Making You Sick? ABC News
A few days ago this little bundle of fur made his way into my life. Although I have denied my kids the opportunity of having a kitten due to my health I could not resist this cuteness especially since my son rescued her. To see your teen’s eyes light up and promise to feed, groom and train…… Continue reading Do You Make Your Own Pet Food? Get the Skinny & Two Easy Recipes – Because We Love Our Furry Friends
There are few baked recipes that can be made with such quickness and only a few ingredients. This recipe is one of them. “Grandma get on up cause this is a treat your grand-kids are sure gonna love”. Busy moms, dads and workout buffs you’re gonna love it too! So check it out – you really only…… Continue reading Grain Free Protein Packed Biscotti – Don’t Miss Out On Trying This – Super Easy & Delicious
Simple smoothies have been a must for me these past 10 years, especially since becoming sick from environmental toxins. During stressful times I have sipped them while running out of the house to work and as a late-night snack. Although there is no substitution for eating a healthy green salad, green smoothies are a convenient…… Continue reading Gut Healing – Protein Rich – Detoxifying Smoothies – 2 Awesome Recipes
November 19, 2014 10:27 AM By Kyle Barnett Source: louisianarecord.com GRETNA – Two former employees of a local sporting goods store claim they were sickened after being exposed to toxic mold for a prolonged period of time. Michelle C. Wilcox and Kokenia M. Sam filed suit against Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc., General Growth Properties Inc.…… Continue reading Dick’s Sporting Goods employees sue over alleged exposure to toxic mold
Adults are not the only ones affected by Mycotoxins, chemicals, and other environmental contaminants. From my research and interviews with medical professionals, mold remediators and affected families I can tell you that children especially young children are just as vulnerable as adults to illnesses caused by environmental toxins. One of my favorite doctors who covers…… Continue reading Children & Environmental Toxins – Must Read Info for Pediatricians and Parents
This is a question I get a lot and often people just don’t understand what chemical toxicity is and why it is different from an allergy. So if you are struggling with explaining this topic to others, check out the write up below from the website MCS America. Q: What is the difference between a chemical allergy and chemical toxicity? A: An allergy produces…… Continue reading What is the difference between a chemical allergy and a chemical toxicity?
I wanted to share this article since some people who have been affected by mold/mycotoxins later develop extreme sensitivities to chemicals. These sensitivities if severe, dramatically affect the patient’s quality of life and although the patient knows the symptoms are real, people may dismiss their sensitivities as craziness. Souce: Discover Magazine Written By: Jill Neimark Its…… Continue reading Extreme Chemical Sensitivity Makes Sufferers Allergic to Life
So according to the CDC, MORE THAN 80 PEOPLE HAD CONTACT WITH THE TEXAS EBOLA PATIENT who was let go after checking into the ER and complaining of a fever and other symptoms. The man was sent home the same day with an antibiotic rather than being kept for further observation. Source This mind you,…… Continue reading Ebola in the US – Important Preparation Info & Thoughts on Hospital Personnel
As far as I can remember I have eaten plantains in soup, cake, muffins, flatbreads, pancakes and baked dishes. When I was growing up we lived in South America for a few years and my dear grandma used to make the most delicious treats using green, yellow and spotted plantains. These are a staple in…… Continue reading Slightly Sweet & Salty Grain Free Plantain Pita Bread Rounds (bread substitute)
Gluten-free peeps out there don’t despair. GAPS dieters this one is for you. Paleo friends this recipe will not disappoint. My kids and family actually believe that this way of making pizza is 10 times better than regular pizza. And I have to agree with them. After all who doesn’t love meat and lots of…… Continue reading How to Make Low Carb Pizza (Meatza) Grain Free, Nut Free, Coconut Free, Egg free, Tomato Free
Who doesn’t love fried bananas? One of the most difficult things for people who are following specific diets is finding a treat that is healthy and does not break any rules. Lately, I have received a few questions asking me to share some of the signature recipes I have made and taught over the years. So…… Continue reading Organic Banana Almond Crunch Bites – GAPS, Paleo, Vegan, Sugar Free, Gluten & Grain Free
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
I’ve met so many children and adults who are unable to eat peanuts and wheat. After many years of researching this topic I realized that in addition to allergies and food sensitivities people may also be reacting to toxic compounds on the food. Both mycotoxins and pesticides may be behind all these allergies. As it turns out, some people fall…… Continue reading Peanuts, Rice, Soybeans, Corn, and Wheat Can Cause Serious Health Effects due to Mycotoxin Contamination
By Dr. Mercola – Source – Mercola.com Leaky gut is a condition that occurs due to the development of gaps between the cells (enterocytes) that make up the membrane lining your intestinal wall. These tiny gaps allow substances such as undigested food, bacteria and metabolic wastes, that should be confined to your digestive tract, to…… Continue reading Do You Have Holes in Your Gut Leaking Out Toxins Into Your Bloodstream?
Over the last few years without warning I found myself diving deep into the world of Neuroimmune Illnesses & environmental toxins. Because these issues have affected me personally and many around me, I have become a passionate speaker and advocate for exposing the dangers of environmental toxins and the adverse effects on human health. The harm to my…… Continue reading Water-Damaged Buildings, Environmental Toxins and Your Health – Video Interview
Source: Environmental Working Group Confused by food labeling? Not sure what to buy or what is better for you? Check out the labeling guide below. Cage-freeCertified HumaneFarmed FishFree-range Grass-fedHormone-free/No extra hormonesLean/Extra LeanNatural No Nitrates/NitritesOrganicPasture-raisedProcessed Meats rBGH-freeSaturated FatSodium Nitrate/nitrite-freeWild-caught/Wild Fish Cage-free The term refers to hens that are not raised in cages, but it does not…… Continue reading What does Organic, Cage Free, Grass Fed, All Natural & other Food labeling Really Mean?
Below is an excerpt from an article published in Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, January 2001, Issue #210. The entire article is worth a read as it covers many aspects of MCS and the difficulties in diagnosing etc. Link to the complete article is below. Excerpt: “Movies like Erin Brockovich and A Civil Action…… Continue reading MCS UNDER SIEGE
If you did not see the video above please watch it now and then continue reading. Parasites have been known for several decades to cause all sorts of diseases including cancer. One of the first doctors to publish this blatantly in recent times was Dr. Hulda Clark. Today parasites are alive and well inside of most…… Continue reading Tumors in the Brain or Body? Think Again, Could be Parasites – Must See Video & Report
Cooking for me is like dancing or signing. The mixture of rhythmic movement back and forth, the beauty of the untold recipe, the gift of discovering, blending, making a sweet mess, licking your fingers, jamming in your PJ’s and discovering that cooking healthy does not have to be a drag. I don’t know about you…… Continue reading Organic, Vegan, Raw Banana Nut Ice Cream – Lick Your Lips Delicious – Dairy & Gluten Free
I had to share this new movie documentary about the safety of vaccines. To those who have been injured because of vaccines and or environmental toxins my heart goes out to you. If you want to fast forward and determine if it’s worth your while, go ahead and fast forward until 10 minutes into this video and…… Continue reading Silent Epidemic: The Untold Story of Vaccines – A Must Watch Free Documentary
There is always someone who needs your help. But sometimes we miss how we can help fill the needs of others because we are too busy. Being busy and stressed out all of the time robs us of our joy and our peace. It also robs us of our health and overall wellbeing. If you are in…… Continue reading There Is Always Someone Who Needs Your Help
People who like to eat out and spend a lot of time in malls, shopping centers and public places and or schools, beware, as we are still not finished with a nasty superbug that came to America earlier this year. Perhaps you never heard, but there is a new superbug in the form of a supped…… Continue reading New Stomach ‘Superbug’ Still Affecting the U.S and Other Countries – How to Stay Healthy
Have you ever juiced for breakfast, lunch or dinner? Ever juiced for a whole entire day without eating anything solid? How about 2 days, 3 days or 2 weeks? I know it may sound a bit loony but it is actually quite an amazing experience to juice living foods. Living foods are those foods taken…… Continue reading Juicing Made Easy – Feel Better, Cleanse, Increase Energy and Overcome Sickness
