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S2 Ep. 2: Mold Exposure and Mold Toxicity Symptoms, Detoxing from Mold, and Getting to the Root Cause with Nicole Ritter
Mold Exposure and Mold Toxicity Symptoms, Detoxing from Mold, and Getting to the Root Cause with Nicole Ritter
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I’m very excited to have my friend and colleague, Nicole Ritter, on the podcast today!
Nicole Ritter is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), board certified holistic health practitioner, certified holistic nutritionist, and certified health and life coach. Yes, she’s definitely got a LOT of credentials, and is truly a wealth of knowledge!
Nicole likes to refer to herself as a self-proclaimed health detective, and she’s an expert when it comes to all things mold. Mold exposure and mold toxicity are massive contributors to many different health issues – especially, chronic inflammation, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions and more.
in this episode about mold exposure and mold toxicity, and getting to the root cause, we cover:
- Nicole’s history of dealing with multiple health issues as a child + her personal experience with mold
- Important signs and symptoms to look for if you suspect mold is causing you issues
- What to do if/when you find mold in your environment
- How mold in your food can impact your health
- Actionable steps to take if you’re concerned about mold exposure, and specific testing you can do
- How you can best support your body and health if you can’t immediately remove yourself from your ‘moldy’ environment
- What can happen if you don’t do a specific mold detox or protocol after being exposed, and you’re in a mold-free environment
- Key markers to look for on an HTMA and GI map to indicate mold
- What optimal support can look like during a detox and drainage period, and why this is important to do BEFORE starting a mold or gut protocol
- How long a mold protocol will typically last + what to do if you’re not responding well to the protocol
- Your best options for testing your house for mold
- Navigating difficult conversations with partners who aren’t on board with/don’t believe in mold exposure
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
- Connect with Nicole on Instagram
- Learn more about working with Nicole at https://www.nicoleritterhealth.com/
- Connect with me on Instagram @margaretannpowell
- For questions or suggestions about the podcast, send us an email at fueledandfreepodcast@gmail.com
More about the Fueled & Free Podcast:
Hosted by Margaret Powell, a Holistic Nutritionist, The Fueled & Free Podcast is a women’s health podcast that helps you cut through the noise of the wellness world, ditch diet culture & reclaim your metabolism.
Informative and relatable wisdom + guidance for the everyday woman, we cover topics on nutrition, hormones, gut health, thyroid health, nervous system regulation tools, motherhood, and more.New episodes release every Wednesday! Connect with Margaret on Instagram @margaretannpowell or email fueledandfreepodcast@gmail.com.To learn more about working with Margaret, head to https://margaretpowell.com.
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