Mold symptoms rarely look the way people expect. This guide explains how mold showed up in my body and my family, why symptoms vary so widely from person to person, and why so many people miss the connection for far too long.
I used bleach on mold because I thought that’s what you were supposed to do. It looked clean. It smelled clean. But it quietly made things worse. This article explains why bleach doesn’t solve mold problems the way most people think it does — and what actually matters instead.
Does Bleach Kill Mold? What I Believed at First — and What I Learned the Hard Way Read More »
Mycotoxin testing is often one of the first things people turn to when they suspect mold exposure — and one of the most misunderstood. This article explains where to get mycotoxin testing, why urine testing is commonly used, how to interpret results responsibly, and why a “negative” test doesn’t always mean mold isn’t part of the picture.
Mycotoxin Testing: What It Can Tell You, What It Can’t, and What I Wish I’d Known Sooner Read More »
Hiring the wrong mold remediation contractor can make contamination worse, spread spores throughout your home, and delay recovery for months. This guide explains what proper mold remediation should include, the systems a qualified contractor must understand, and the exact questions you should ask before letting anyone work on your home.
When recovering from mold exposure, lingering symptoms can sometimes come from unexpected places — including everyday foods. This guide breaks down twelve commonly consumed foods with higher mold burden, why they can be problematic for mold-sensitive individuals, and gentler alternatives that may support healing without unnecessary restriction.
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Mold growth in buildings is driven by moisture, not electromagnetic fields. But as concerns about EMFs grow, many people are asking a different question: if mold is already present, could EMF exposure influence how it behaves — and could that matter for our health? In this article, I sort through the claims being made online, what the science actually shows, and where uncertainty still remains, without fear or hype.
There’s a specific moment many people exposed to mold remember clearly — the moment they realize it isn’t stress, anxiety, or bad luck. It’s their home. This post explores why that realization is so emotionally difficult, why people fight it at first, and why trusting that instinct can change everything.
Air purifiers are often the first thing people buy when they suspect mold, but there’s a lot of confusion about what they actually help with. In this post, I explain when air purifiers can reduce symptoms, when they give a false sense of safety, and why they never fix the root mold problem — even when they make you feel better.
Do Air Purifiers Actually Help With Mold? What They Can — and Can’t — Do Read More »
One of the most common messages I receive is from renters who know their home is making them sick — but feel powerless to fix it. They can’t rip out walls, they’re afraid of retaliation, and they don’t know their legal rights. This guide explains what renters can do when mold is present, what landlords are legally responsible for, and how to protect your health while navigating a system that often feels stacked against you.
What Renters Can Do If They Have Mold — And the Rights Most People Don’t Know They Have Read More »
Where you live in the U.S. plays a much bigger role in mold exposure than most people realize. Climate, housing construction, humidity, storms, and even building culture all matter. After what my family went through, I stopped believing mold is just a “home maintenance issue.” In this post, I share my opinion on the worst states for mold exposure — and why residents in these areas are often gaslit when their symptoms don’t make sense.
The Worst States in the U.S. for Mold Exposure — And Why This Isn’t Talked About Enough Read More »
