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15 Low-Cost Ways to Detox the Liver

The liver is responsible for hundreds of tasks in your body, including elimination of waste products, regulating energy, supporting metabolism, balancing hormones, and so much more. Read on to learn the symptoms of a toxic liver, and my top low-cost ways to detox your liver!

The Toxic Mold / Leaky Gut Connection

Did you know mold illness is linked to poor gut health? Read on to learn how you can restore your gut health if you’ve been exposed to mold in your living or work environment.

Leaky Gut Repair: Mega IgG 2000 vs. MegaMucosa

The pursuit of gut health is a life-long journey, one that can be exhausting, frustrating and confusing. If you’re just beginning this journey, stuck somewhere in the middle or looking to up your healthy gut game, this simple plan will point you in the right direction!

Top Food Sources of Antioxidants

A key component of a powerful diet is the antioxidant: a strong combatant of free radicals. Based on the free-radical theory of aging, free radicals can make you more susceptible to illness and diseases. So, how can you make sure you’re intaking antioxidants properly, and from the best sources? Let’s dive in!

Can You Get Enough Nutrients from Diet Alone?

Can you get enough nutrition from diet alone? This is a hotly debated question! I have been in the health field since 2000 and I now know you cannot get adequate daily nutrition from diet alone. In this article, I’ll explain how I came to this conclusion, and the daily essential vitamins I take to ward off nutritional deficiencies.

Folate vs Folic Acid: What You Need to Know

Although many people use the terms interchangeably, folate and folic acid are two distinct forms of vitamin B9. If you’re dealing with chronic health conditions, or if you’re pregnant, it’s crucial for you to know the differences between these two forms of vitamin B9—one of them can cause a lot of problems!

The Mold-Thyroid Connection

Did you know the Salem Witch Trials could be blamed on foods contaminated with toxic mold? Moldy ergot growing on rye in the 16th and 17th centuries has been linked with witch trials! Mold has been among us for a long time! This article highlights common places to find it, effects of mycotoxin exposure, and how to test for it.

Gluten Exposure and High Histamine Symptoms

Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye grains, is known to be difficult for many people to digest properly. Unfortunately, gluten is found in so many different foods and products, such as breads, noodles, desserts, cereals and others made with flour, that it's hard to avoid entirely unless you're very careful


Mold Toxicity and Histamine Intolerance: What’s the Connection?

Some foods are a double whammy for people with mold toxicity. That’s because many foods that grow mold easily are also high in histamines, adding more fuel to the inflammation fire. Think you may be struggling with histamine intolerance? Learn the common symptoms and some helpful solutions in this article!

How Toxic Mold Hurts Your Liver (and How to Undo the Damage)

Mold toxicity affects all bodily systems. But it really does a number on your liver. This article lays out what toxic mold does to your liver and offers tips to optimize your liver function. Your liver needs to work well to detox mold. Unfortunately, mycotoxins overwhelm your liver and make that difficult. Here’s how...

Watermelon Cucumber Popsicles

In need of a nutrient-dense summer treat? Homemade popsicles are refreshing and so easy to make! We chose ingredients that are hydrating and great for decreasing belly bloat - think watermelon, cucumber, and yogurt. These make for an energizing, rehydrating snack on active summer days.

Top 10 Foods to Add or Avoid for Thyroid Health

If you struggle with hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, or if you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, your diet plays a major role in your thyroid health. You can support your thyroid by simply changing your diet. Let me show you how!

Three Recipes Using Our Electrolytes!

This electrolyte powder fills the gaps left behind after a hard workout, a long day of traveling, or anything that leaves you feeling dehydrated and fatigued. Not only does this blend offer much needed electrolytes, but it also includes additional ingredients like Vitamin C, B Vitamins, antioxidants, magnesium, the list goes on! Click here to learn more!

The Low FODMAP Diet: What It Is, Benefits, and How to Try It

Ever feel gassy, bloated, or ‘stopped up’? I feel your pain, my friend – I’ve been there! The good news is, you’re not cursed to live a gassy life forever. With a few tweaks to your diet, you can get your digestive system humming along and say buy-bye to chronic bloating. I experienced this myself by trying the low FODMAP diet.

30 Toxic Mold Detox Techniques That Really Work

As you know I'm crazy for detox techniques. That's because they really work! DO NOT think diet and supplements are going to get the job done for you. If you are in chronic pain or stress, or dealing with chronic toxic burdens besides mold, you cannot heal without proper detox. Take a look at my A-Z list of detox ideas!

Introducing Mi Detox Electrolytes from Functional Detox Products!

Electrolytes are a missing piece of many health puzzles -- especially when it comes to toxic mold. I looked high and low for an electrolytes supplement I felt confident recommending to my mold clients. But nothing checked all my boxes. So, I made one for you! I’m excited to introduce...Mi Detox Electrolytes!

Gluten-Free Apple Crisp Recipe

This dessert is easy enough to whip up on a whim after dinner, but special enough to serve to guests! A sweet and crunchy topping offsets a naturally delicious filing of baked apples. It’s free from dairy and gluten, so it’s easy on your digestive system. Also, this crisp is so nutritious you could eat it for breakfast!