Episode #210: What Moms Need to Know about Mold with Dr. Jill Crista, ND

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On today’s episode we tackle the topic of mold and go over what every “Doctor Mom” needs to know to protect herself and family!! Dr. Elana interviews Dr. Jill Crista, a naturopathic doctor and one of the leading experts in the treatment of mold-related illness. Not only does she have 20 years of experience working with patients, but she herself experienced toxic mold sprouting in her own home which inspired her to write a book to help others in the same situation. Her book, Break The Mold, clearly and simply outlines the functional medicine tools that everyday people can use to conquer mold. This interview is for EVERYONE who wants to be proactive and mindful of toxic exposures.

Topics Discussed:

Health problems associated with mold exposure
Why individuals can experience symptoms differently
How might mold illness appear in children
How to test for mold in your home
How to safely remove mold
What not to do in an attempt to remove mold
What type of testing to ask your doctor
What foods mold sick people should stay away from

Show Notes:

Mold Testing: RealTime Labs Home Testing & Urine Testing
Website: drcrista.com
Quiz: moldquiz.com
Facebook: @drjillcrista
Instagram: @drjillcrista
YouTube: Dr. Jill Crista channel

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This episode’s guest

Is mold on your health radar? Dr. Jill wants to make sure it is.

Dr. Jill Crista is a naturopathic doctor and one of the leading experts in the treatment of mold-related illness – not only from her 20 years working with patients, but because toxic mold sprouted in her own home.

Her personal experience with mold inspired her to write a book to help others in the same situation. Her book, Break The Mold, clearly and simply outlines the functional medicine tools that everyday people can use to conquer mold.

Dr. Jill is on a mission to expand access to Mold-Literate practitioners. She developed a continuing education course for medical practitioners wanting to gain mastery in the diagnosis and treatment of mold – and has now certified over 500 doctors.

Anyone looking for a Mold-Literate doctor can check out the Find A Doc page on her website. If you don’t find someone close, consider joining the “Mold Canary” community – a membership where you can pick Dr. Jill’s brain a few times per month at the Q&A sessions, get helpful resources, and be supported by others going through the same thing.

Her motto? Break the mold, take back your health.