Functional Medicine Blog

When detoxing from mold, it’s not just about supplements — it’s about what you eat. Certain fibers and foods help your body make bile, bind mycotoxins, and eliminate them naturally. Learn how to use nutrient-rich foods like flaxseed, bitter greens, and cruciferous vegetables to support a safe, effective mold detox and reduce “detox crash” symptoms.

Feeling tired, foggy, or congested and not sure why? Hidden mold exposure could be the cause. Discover the key symptoms to watch for and what you can do to support your body’s recovery naturally.

Before starting a mold detox, it’s essential to make sure your body’s detox pathways are open. Supporting bile flow and regular bowel movements helps prevent toxin recirculation and reduces “detox symptoms” like fatigue, brain fog, and bloating. In this article, you’ll learn how to safely prepare your liver, gallbladder, and gut for a more effective mold detox using a functional medicine approach.

PANS and PANDAS are neuroimmune conditions in children marked by sudden onset of OCD, tics, anxiety, or regression following infections like strep, viruses, or mold, etc. These syndromes involve immune system dysfunction, brain inflammation, and often gut imbalances. Early recognition and root-cause treatment can make a profound difference. Learn how Functional Medicine addresses these complex cases with targeted support for the immune system, brain, and microbiome.

Struggling with unexplained allergic reactions, dizziness, or fatigue? MCAS and POTS often go hand-in-hand, especially in those with mold toxicity, Lyme, or long COVID. This blog explores the connection between these syndromes and offers natural treatment strategies—from limbic retraining to low histamine diets and root-cause healing. Learn how to regulate your immune and nervous systems for long-term relief and improved quality of life.

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) causes widespread symptoms like eczema, hives, food sensitivities, fatigue, and brain fog due to overactive immune cells releasing histamine. Root causes include mold toxicity, gut imbalances, chronic infections, nutrient deficiencies, and nervous system dysregulation. Functional medicine helps uncover and address these triggers to restore balance and reduce flares.

What is Mold Toxicity? Mold toxicity (mycotoxicosis) occurs when exposure to toxic mold (often from water-damaged buildings) leads to the...