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Toxic Mold and Possessions

February 23, 2016 by Andrea Fabry 134 Comments

Toxic Mold and Possessions

When a toxic mold issue arises in a home, sometimes the contamination is extreme, requiring the occupants to vacate the premises. The question then becomes, “Can I bring my possessions with me?” We are leaving our toxic home. Do we have to leave everything? There is no single answer to this question. The types of… 

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Filed Under: Microbes & Mold, microbes and mold, Mold, Mold and Microbes, Unseen Reality Tagged With: Anti-fungal, bleach, contamination, cross contamination, environment, fragments, fungal, fungal fragments, mold, possessions, spores, toxic, toxic mold

A Tribute to Dr. Jack Thrasher

January 31, 2016 by Andrea Fabry 9 Comments

A Tribute to Dr. Jack Thrasher

I first spoke with Dr. Jack Thrasher on a Saturday morning in October of 2008. He told me to call his office after seeing our family’s timeline of events I sent to him on the recommendation of an online friend. I knew he was a toxicologist and a leader in the field of toxic mold,… 

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Filed Under: House, Microbes & Mold, microbes and mold, Mold, Mold and Microbes, Unseen Reality Tagged With: dr. jack thrasher, legacy, pesticides, toxic mold, toxicology

Toxic Mold and the Law

January 29, 2016 by Andrea Fabry 20 Comments

Toxic Mold and the Law

Because of the confusion surrounding the issue of toxic mold, it is difficult to obtain knowledgeable and reliable legal assistance. As yet, there is no official federal “mold law,” which creates obstacles when trying to recoup losses. This is changing, however, as awareness grows. Toxic Mold and the Law When evaluating a course of action,… 

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Filed Under: Microbes & Mold, Mold, Unseen Reality Tagged With: infestation, legal, mold, NOLO, toxic mold

How to Choose a Safe Washing Machine

August 26, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 12 Comments

How to Choose a Safe Washing Machine

Are you in the market for a new washing machine? Wondering how to maintain your current one? How to Choose and Maintain a Safe Washing Machine 1. Choose a top loader to avoid mold growth While front loaders use less energy and less water, they also are a breeding ground for microbial contaminants. Class action… 

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Filed Under: Electromagnetic Radiation, Microbes & Mold, microbes and mold, Mold, Mold and Microbes, Natural Living, Uncategorized, Unseen Reality Tagged With: appliance, appliances, front loader, HE machine, loader, machine, mold, smart appliances, toxic mold, washing, washing machine, wireless radiation

Toxic Mold Treatment Options

August 25, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 106 Comments

Toxic Mold Treatment Options

Are you recovering from a toxic mold exposure? Wondering about treatment options? The following is an overview designed to stimulate further research rather than suggest a particular protocol. Genetics, finances, circumstances, and individual physical needs play a role in determining the best choice. Toxic Mold Treatment Options Drug Options Cholestyramine (CSM) CSM is the most… 

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Filed Under: Detox, Microbes & Mold, microbes and mold, Mold, Mold and Microbes, Natural Health, Uncategorized, Unseen Reality Tagged With: Anti-fungal, antifungal, binding, charcoal, cholestyramine, csm, detox, exposure, health, hyperbaric, hyperbaric oxygen, mold, natural, oxygen, toxic, toxic mold

Guidelines for Buying a Home

August 13, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 23 Comments

Guidelines for Buying a Home

What should we look for when buying or renting a home? How can we choose a safe environment and avoid hazardous water damage that can lead to serious health issues? Guidelines for Buying a Home Issues Related to Mold 1. Look for a low permeability rating (minimal chance of unwanted moisture entering the home).  The… 

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Filed Under: House, Mold, Mold and Microbes, Unseen Reality Tagged With: buying, chemical, chemical avoidance, environment, guidelines, health, home buying, meters, mold, mold avoidance, roof, thermal, towers, toxic, toxic mold

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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10 Things I’ve Learned (The Hard Way)

1. The answer may be right in front of you.
2. Time is often the best medicine.
3. Speak kindly to yourself.
4. The air we breathe matters.
5. It's better to know than not know.
6. Relinquishment is a balm for the soul.
7. Symptoms will instruct if we listen.
8. Sometimes you're the expert.
9. Allow hindsight to move you forward.
10. The next step is enough.

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