Four Basic Steps to Approaching Mold Toxicity

Instead of masking symptoms, functional medicine focuses on addressing the root cause and supporting the body’s natural detoxification pathways.

 Step 1: Identify & Remove Exposure

• Test your home for mold (air quality tests, ERMI testing)

• Move out or remediate mold-contaminated areas

• Switch to an anti-inflammatory, low-mold diet

• Support tissues, cells, and organs to prepare for detox. 

Step 2: Support Detox Pathways

• Increase glutathione levels (a powerful antioxidant) with supplements or foods like broccoli, garlic, and turmeric

• Support liver detoxification with milk thistle, dandelion tea, and cruciferous vegetables

• Sweat regularly (infrared sauna, exercise)

• Ensure daily bowel movements

• Drink plenty of water 

Step 3: Heal the Gut & Reduce Inflammation

• Use binders like activated charcoal or bentonite clay to help remove mycotoxins

• Strengthen the gut lining with probiotics, collagen, and bone broth

• Follow an anti-inflammatory diet rich in whole foods

Step 4: Balance Hormones & Strengthen Immunity

• Reduce stress with meditation and adaptogenic herbs (ashwagandha, rhodiola)

• Optimize sleep and circadian rhythms

• Work with a functional medicine practitioner for hormone testing and targeted support