Were you aware that mold may give rise to mycotoxin, which in turn might unleash an onset of health conditions? While the precise link has yet to be established, researchers have recently highlighted how the presence of mold in our food, drinking water, or even the air we breathe can cause mycotoxin formation (or harmful chemical compounds) in the body. This increases the likelihood of minor symptoms associated with allergies and the respiratory system to severe symptoms that disrupt homeostasis within the brain, immunological system, hormones, the digestive system, the heart, and even the skin.

As for the effects, they vary depending on a number of factors, some of which include length of exposure, genetics, and current health. Is all of this too ambiguous for you? If so, DrTalks is launching a new summit during which people will come to learn of the influence mold and mycotoxin may have on the mind and body. This summit serves as the first steps toward living a life with limited exposure to these culprits. Without any further delay, here’s a comprehensive review on The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit.

What is The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit?

The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit is a 7-day summit organized to force conversations on the effect of mold on human health, especially among those who are susceptible to its associated symptoms. According to the entire team at DrTalks, people tend to underestimate the culprit, stressing how in reality, it is a mighty force that dictates one’s quality of life. The line-up of speakers, each of whom is regarded as an expert devoted to uncovering the root cause and delivering appropriate therapeutic treatments, is what piques people’s interest during all DrTalks summits.

The speakers will specifically bring the most recent scientific breakthroughs and innovative treatments to the table, assisting the general public in understanding its presence and ways to mitigate it so that each and every individual can reclaim their health and improve their lives for the better. As for the host of The Mold, Mycotoxin and Chronic Illness Summit, who will be leading most of these important conversations is none other than internationally respected physician, researcher, author and educator, Ann Shippy, MD. Here’s how she sums up the summit’s premise:

“I want to help you identify health hazards that are hiding in plain sight. Let’s talk about toxic mold; it’s linked to almost every chronic illness […] Low paint research shows that over 70% of buildings have some kind of toxic mold [and] mold tends to find your body’s weakest links […] I’m thrilled to be your host at The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit […] Join me and dozens of other experts in functional medicine to discover how you can eliminate mold exposure.”

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What is the agenda for The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit?

The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit is divided across seven days of informative sessions. The following is a summary of the topics discussed each day, as well as who will be taking the lead:

Day 1: Understanding Symptoms, Effects of Mycotoxin & Different Types

The first day will begin strong with the host, Ann Shippy, MD covering the ins and outs of mold-related symptoms. This means diving into the different severity of symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and the importance of considering mold as a possible reason for unexplained health issues. Then there’s Jill Carnahan, MD, who approaches symptoms from a different perspective. Her research focuses on how toxic mold might cause trauma in some people. Strategies for overcoming and/or preventing the aforementioned will be disclosed. One such solution might be cutting Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, especially among those exposed to mold.

Going further into the effects of mycotoxins is Jill Crista, ND, who sees value in understanding the different types and their properties and effects of the body. Naturally, individuals can expect to learn a lot about Ochratoxin, Gliotoxin, and Zearalenone to name a few. The rest of the speakers will focus on different relationships. For instance, Kelly McCann, MD will reveal the relationship between mold exposure, hypercoagulability, and biofilms. A lot of this will sound foreign at first, but once Kelly shares her insights, individuals will see how much of an impact this relationship has on one’s overall genetics.

Steven Gundry, MD sees value in putting two and two together, precisely gut health and mold. In doing so, he will also share some solutions, which appear to be in the form of lifestyle changes, resorting to anti-inflammatory diets and optimizing detoxification. But of course, not all mold is bad, says the expert, as some may have a positive effect on the gut. The missing link he wants to fill is the ability to distinguish between good and bad. On the topic of detoxification, Joseph Antoun, MD, PhD, MPP will primarily delve into cellular cleanses for an immune boost.

The latter supposedly comes in the form of fasting, which he believes addresses issues like leaky gut and cellular damage, and other chronic health conditions. To wrap up his segment, the expert will outline the different layers of the Fasting Mimicking Diet, both the theory and the practical. Continuing from Joseph Antoun’s discussion is Lauren Tessier, ND. She will use this occasion to educate people about the complex link between mycotoxins and their effects on dysbiosis and leaky gut, all while raising awareness about their systemic implications on health.

Even herbicides, we were surprised to learn, may cause leaky gut syndrome, and this is the segment to sit through to learn exactly how. The first day will conclude with Isaac Eliaz, MD, MS, LAc, whose goal is to discuss mycotoxins and their influence on the human survival systems. This also includes the concept of synergistic toxins and methods for reversing damage.

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Day 2: Hidden Dangers, Advanced Tests, Health Safety & Recovery

Ann Shippy will begin the second day by inducing newfound optimism in attendees. She will do so by discussing a personal recovery path, emphasizing the high likelihood of healing, and plans to spend what time she has going over recovery steps and tactics. Amy Myer, MD will follow suit with her own journey of overcoming toxic mold-related symptoms by relying on functional medicine. Before getting into this detail, she will disclose the fine details that support identification steps.

Moreover, she wants to equip everyone with essential information that will guarantee a “mold-proof” living space. Diving deeper into two key causes of mold toxicity is Lisa Koche, MD. As a result, people should understand how vital mitochondria are, particularly in the immune system, and how important the idea of hormesis is for optimizing energy levels. Finally, she believes strongly in avoiding self-sacrifice and being a people-pleaser. What is the significance of the last two? The only way to find out is by going through the second day of this summit.

Up next, we have Eric Althouse, an expert when it comes to unleashing indoor environmental tests. This segment will distinguish between ERMI and Mold DNA Screen and the latest discoveries regarding mycotoxins. Speaking of tests, mold inspectors might also come to mind, and talking on this topic is Michael Schrantz, CIEC, CMI, BPI-BA/EP. In particular, the expert hopes people will have grasped how to pick a mold inspector, the best strategies for limiting the risk of mold and measures for maintaining a healthy home.

For those of you who ever wondered what is the meaning of “mold litigation”, Kristina Baehr has all the answers. People sitting through this segment will get a solid understanding of legal remedies available, the steps to collecting solid evidence for a case (i.e., medical records and inspection reports) and how to confidently take on such a challenge. Returning to the theme of resilience, Dave Asprey will explore the interplay of mold with oxalates, histamines, and mast cells, as well as their combined effects on cognition. His solution to all of this is ozone therapy, which he will investigate further during his segment.

As the saying goes, a healthy and comfy home is where people are the healthiest. And so, Michael Rubino will share exactly how people can build the healthiest home environment. The first step, as per the expert, is to identify the unhealthy and to eliminate it. Then, it is a matter of executing restoration and remediation steps and protecting one’s home against the risk of future exposure. The last of the talks for the day will be given by Ken Swartz, MS. He will take this opportunity to cover the strong antioxidant properties of C60, which could offer protection against toxins.

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Day 3: Diversity in Mold-Related Symptoms, “The Healing Pharmacy”, Meditation & More

The third day has many recurring and new themes. The day, as always, will start with Ann Shippy, but this time, exploring the diverse range of symptoms linked to mold, and why some people experience mild symptoms and others severe. She also plans to share real-life examples of the worst to paint a clear picture of the seriousness of this issue. The next two speakers believe meditation is a viable solution. The first is Dr. Joe Dispenza, who believes meditation has powerful effects on health and well-being and intends to use personal stories of transformation to make his point.

Hemal Patel, PhD, is the second speaker who will discuss deep meditation. His goal is to include improvements in biomarker tests following meditation, machine learning algorithms designed to identify disease changes, and the overall biology of the mind. The final point is what enables beneficial change through continuous meditation practices. Once Hemal wraps things up, Hillari Hamilton, DC will take the mic to speak on everything related to “InnerScience”. To be more precise, she will educate attendees on the power of evidence-based research, and why quality research is almost always funded by InnerScience.

Then, we have JJ Virgin, CNS, BCHN, EP-C, who has long been passionate about using the body’s self-healing mechanism to improve wellness, whether mentally, physically, or spiritually. For The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit, her plan is to instill in everyone the role mindset plays in the “vision of healing.” This is also an opportunity for people to celebrate the small wins and to learn from the big losses. While this is unrelated to mycotoxins, mindset is everything for overcoming challenges, making her segment equally crucial.

The mind, taking a large slice of the pie, isn’t necessarily the only one. Jeffrey S. Bland, PhD, FACN, FACB, CNS will present research on the influence of mold on the immune system, the various aspects of the immune system, and why detoxification is essential for conquering chronic infections. Building up on the immune system is Jocelyn Strand, ND, who insists a healthy microbiome is essential for supporting immune function and detoxification. This makes sense seeing how interconnected the gut is with the immune. Naturally, she will outline the causes of a disrupted microbiome, the steps for re-establishing balance, and the role of mold in all of this.

While Jocelyn is planning for a whole talk on the gut, Sinclair Kennally, CNHP, CNC sees this as the best place to introduce mold’s impact on not just the gut, but also the liver and the gallbladder. Aside from taking apart this trio, the specialist intends to provide insight into the necessity for liver and gallbladder recuperation, especially after mold exposure. Most importantly, she will underline the benefits of a well-balanced microbiome. Considering everything, the next speaker is one of a few people who brings an unthoughtful topic to the stand.

Here, we are referring to Connie Zack’s talk on infrared sauna. Connie Zack is an outspoken supporter of infrared saunas, and she will make her case by demonstrating how it may be used for detoxification, the extent to which it penetrates within the cells, and of course, practical ways to make saunas a part of one’s lifestyle. Andrew Salisbury‘s thoughts on “mold-free coffee” will round up the third day. As it turns out, said toxins have been discovered in coffee, necessitating thorough testing, label scrutiny, and an understanding of sourcing processes in order to make informed decisions.

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Day 4: Genes, Fertility Concerns, Impact on Children & More

Do you ever wonder how much influence our genes have on our health? Society has presented genes as the master controller; however, Ann Shippy will begin the fourth day with strategies for manipulating our genes to induce healing from mold-related health problems. Much of her discussion will be based on a TEDx talk that did an excellent job of explaining the genetic angle of mold toxicity. This brings us back to identifying the “underlying mischief-makers” as put by Alison Armstrong.

That isn’t even the best part, according to Alison; it is distinguishing between the experiences of men and women, while maintaining an open discourse on health-related issues. Next, we have a new topic yet again. This time, it is the influence mold exposure might have on fertility. So far, we know an angle on imbalanced hormones and inflammation will be presented, but during Aumatma Simmons, ND, FABNE, MS’ segment, individuals will come to learn of the risk of compromised egg and sperm health. The good news is that she will close her segment by providing tips and tricks on how to safeguard one’s reproductive health.

Scott Antoine, DO, FACEP, ABOIM, IFMCP, is taking another stab at mental health. His major goal is to decipher PANS, PANDAS, and how they are linked to mold exposure. He believes that children are vulnerable, particularly if mental health disorders are caused by mold exposure. Four variables must be addressed for a permanent recovery, and one option is to use hypnosis. More on why hypnosis and not something else will be explained in greater detail. On the topic of children, Lauren Tessier, ND will reappear to stress the health of the mother and child in the context of mold exposure.

The next speaker covering children as the victim is Pejman Latiraei, DO. To our amazement, mold exposure has been demonstrated to negatively impact a child’s executive functions, memory, and overall cognitive processing. In fact, said exposure might also cause sensory overload, giving rise to autism, ADHD, and PANs to list a few. For those looking for a health boost, Yousef Elyaman, MD, IFMCP sees value in nitric oxide. Why? Because it supposedly sustains life, and a lack thereof has been linked to chronic diseases. This means taking actionable steps to regulating productions, which is the premise of his talk.

Another aspect of health that will suffer as a result of mold exposure is bone health. In fact, mold could go as far as leading to conditions like osteoporosis. Fortunately, Kevin Ellis claims that specific foods and workouts are all that’s needed for a bone-healthy diet. An expert of magnetic field therapy and PEMFs, William Pawluk, MD, MSc is next in line. He aims to simplify several concepts including the Cell Injury Model, molds, mycotoxins, and PEMFs and EMFs.

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Day 5: Lyme Disease, Thyroid Function, Personal Relationships & More

Another day with interesting topics to explore in the context of mold exposure. For instance, Ann Shippy will share strategies on reducing the risk of re-exposure, and if re-exposure what measures must be implemented for quick recovery. Then, Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP will go over the effects of mold on the thyroid, and adrenal glands. To illustrate this angle, she will walk everyone through her personal experience with thyroid issues during said exposure. Once she’s done, we have Margaret Christensen, MD, and her talk of environmental toxins.

She will demonstrate the role these culprits have on hormone production, while covering the consequences of hormonal imbalances. As mentioned in other speakers’ agendas on balancing hormones, it all really comes down to diet, sleep, and gut health, which she will cover in great detail. Following suit, Nafysa Parpia, ND plans to delve into the Lyme-Mold connection. This includes the general idea, the differences in reactions and the similarities in symptomatology. To take over from Nafysa, we have Robert Whitfield, MD, whose topic of discussion is unthought of to say the least.

He will make the case as to why mold is the root cause of breast implant illness. He will specially ease people in by defining the concept of breast implant illness, revealing its complexities and health implications, the occurrence in women with implants, and detox programs as a route out of the unpleasant symptoms. Another interesting take on mold exposure is its effects on relationships. People often neglect how much others in their life suffer hearing about chronic illnesses. The fear of what’s to come will naturally swallow them away. Luckily, this is where Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM, LAc comes into the picture.

In particular, the expert plans to drill the importance of having important conversations on the effects of mold on health into every single attendee. Furthermore, she will expose the various methods accessible to overcome the repercussions, while demonstrating the light even in the dark. Driving home the point on hormonal imbalances is the last speaker of the day, who is none other than Marcelle Pick, OB/GYN, NP.

She is adamant that stress aggravates mold-related health conditions and will cite COVID-19 and stress responses as an example. To think that managing stress is a large part for mitigating mold toxicity effects might be hard to accept, but Marcelle believes there’s enough evidence backing this.

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Day 6: Recovery, Genetics & Meditation

As we near the end of this summit, Ann Shippy will remind everyone that optimal health requires actionable steps. In other words, the goal is making use of the information acquired from the speakers in practice. Speaking of recovery, Neil Nathan, MD, wants to take a moment to reach out to highly sensitive people. This is not a reference to emotional traits; rather, he is talking to bodily sensitivity to health challenges. Environmental and internal triggers can wreak havoc on the highly sensitive. He will use his time to walk individuals through the process of determining the particular triggers so that a personalized rehabilitation plan can be created.

Going into the technicalities of genes and mold illnesses is Ben Lynch, ND, who will split his talk into two parts. During the first part, he hopes people will realize how methylation, histamine regulation, detoxification and the immune system are all impacted by mold. He will even guide people through the necessary tests for understanding genetic predispositions, and how likely one is vulnerable to mold-related illnesses. As for his second part, it will focus entirely on the possible treatments available.

Then we have Ariel Garten, another expert who plans to share her thoughts on the power of meditation. Learning to manage hyperactivity, rewire the brain and maintain bodily balance, in her opinion, are key to overcoming chronic illnesses and intense allergies. Getting straight into a healing regimen is Kelly Kennedy. She will be introducing the FLOWE method, which is short for fascia, lymph, oxygen, water, and energy. Besides digging deep into each concept, Kelly plans to shed light on the impact that our internal environmental may have on wellness.

Next on the agenda is Daren Ingels, ND and his understanding of mold allergies and immunotherapy benefits. He will start with the former and focus primarily on the likes of low-dose allergy therapy (LDA) and sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT). This day will conclude with Garrett Gunderson’s segment on investing money for improved wellness.

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Day 7: Protection at Home, Within the Body & Legally

The final day is as packed as the previous days. Ann Shippy will cover her final topic, which revolves around the implementation of mold defense strategies. This includes navigating through information, understanding prevention, diagnosis, and recovery, and focusing on long-term wellness. Doug Kaufmann is next in line with his talk on fungal mycotoxins. He will cover this angle by going over some lab animals and their relevance to human illness. Then we have, Sharon Hausman-Cohen, MD, FAAFP, ABIHM, who believes understanding genomic variants is key to overcoming diseases related to mold exposure.

For those who want to hear more on the legal arenas, Josh Kardisch is the expert to seek. He will cover everything he knows on toxic mold litigation – with emphasis on the legal landscape, possible challenges, and steps to gathering evidence. Most of all, he will share expert evidence and what factors either make or break cases. On the topic of mycotoxin testing, Matt Pratt-Hyatt, PhD will help individuals differentiate between ELISA and LC/MS, understand what the meaning of “safe mycotoxins level” is, and the essentials of testing one’s home for mycotoxins.

Getting technical on the transcriptome of chronic inflammatory syndromes is Anil Bajnath, MD, MBA, IFMCP, ABAARM, MIFHI. Put differently, individuals will have a clearer understanding of cell danger response, molecular hypometabolism, and the dynamics of biotoxins. Lastly, Keesha Ewers, PhD, ARNP-FNP-C, AAP, IFM-C will illustrate the relevance of emotional reactivity on physical health, how to heal from this reactivity and how to strengthen one’s mindset.

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When will The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit take place?

The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit has been scheduled to take place from Tuesday, October 17, 2023, to Monday, October 23, 2023.

How much does The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit cost?

The Mold, Mycotoxin and Chronic Illness Summit is free to attend within the timeframe that the summit is available. But to own it for life, a fee must be paid. At the time of writing, individuals are presented with an online digital buddy pass for two people access for only $67, which is a hefty discount. This guarantees:

• Immediate access to all interviews delivered in video, transcript, and audio formats
• Exclusive bonuses valued at $1,000 reserved for the DrTalks community
• A 60-day money-back guarantee if the content or the suggested actionable steps do not do the trick

Regarding bonus resources (at least the ones available to everyone), examples include:

• Bonus #1. Could It Be Mold by Ann Shippy, MD
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• Bonus #5. PEMF Therapy for Pain & Inflammation by William Pawluk, MD, MSc
• Bonus #6. When Tick-Borne Illness Becomes Chronic: What Your Doctor Might be Missing by Nafysa Parpia, ND
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• Bonus #16. Lyme, Mold, & Chronic Infections by Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM, LAc
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Meet Your Host: Ann Shippy, MD

Ann Shippy, MD is a functional medicine practitioner who employs cutting-edge technology, novel testing, research, and genetic information to treat the underlying causes of health problems. As someone who had previously been sick, she understands the need for finding a permanent solution. In fact, she only discovered this characteristic in a functional medicine health practitioner, allowing her body to fully heal. In addition to her conventional medicine training, she studied at the Institute of Functional Medicine, and since then she never turned back.

Soon after, she established her own Functional Medicine practice, pushing her to use her skills to help patients with health concerns on the most profound level possible. This includes, among other things, celiac disease, autoimmune disorders, mold poisoning, and severe adult onset asthma. As someone who enjoys caring for her patients, she stated:

“There are answers to a lot of these health issues we think of as natural to “aging” and there are solutions to things we think of as not having solutions! Sharing these answers and life-giving solutions with others is what drives me.”

Regarding her credentials, it doesn’t stop at functional medicine. Below are some of her educational certifications:

• Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering – Washington University, St. Louis
• Master of Science in engineering – Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
• Doctorate in Medicine – University of Texas
• Board certified in internal medicine

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Wrap Up

To summarize, The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit goes beyond mold exposure by discussing the various types, their impact on the mind and body, legal affairs, and potential remedies (both testing and creating a recovery plan). Many of the overviews offered above may or may not make sense at first, but we feel that if people sit through each segment, many of the concepts will come together smoothly. One thing is certain: there are numerous sides to consider in the context of mold exposure and being able to hear directly from specialists in various health, legal, and educational areas adds to the value of this summit.

Of course, the downside to a free spot to the event is the limited access to the videos. Each episode will only be available for a limited time, after which there will be no going back. Those who are unable to attend the window can purchase lifetime access, including not just videos, but also transcripts and audio files. To make this an appealing investment, bonus resources are being offered, which is imperative to enhance one’s learning journey.

What our editorial team liked about these materials is that their titles, as seen above, convey the central topic. How could anyone forget the 60-day money-back guarantee, which makes each purchase risk-free? At the end of the day those who are either suffering from mold exposure or fear of a potential re-exposure, the message is that recovery is possible. The missing link is access to reliable information, testing, and protection, which will be covered at great lengths during the summit. To register to The Mold, Mycotoxin, and Chronic Illness Summit, click here>>>