More Mycotoxins On Your Retest?

If your urine mycotoxin retest shows higher levels or even new mycotoxins, take a deep breath. I’m Dr. Jill Crista, naturopathic doctor, mold expert and author of Break the Mold, here to calm your nerves and explain what’s going on.

Spoiler: it’s often a sign your body’s doing its job. Ready to conquer mold and take back your health? Let’s go!

Why More Mycotoxins Can Be a Good Sign

Finding more mycotoxins on your retest than you did on your original? Kinda more normal than not. Here’s why:

Detox in Action: That’s showing up in your urine because your body’s getting rid of it. Higher levels mean your body is unburdening stored toxins.
Peeling the Onion: If you’re out of mold, eating a low-mold, high-fiber diet, and taking detox supplements, your body is doing exactly what we want it to do.
Old Exposures Surfacing: New mycotoxins might reflect past exposures your body is finally clearing, not necessarily new mold.

Learn more about testing in my Mycotoxin Fact Sheet.

When Higher Levels Mean Trouble

What if you don’t feel better or haven’t been able to leave mold yet? Then having more mycotoxins can be a sign that you’re getting more exposure.

Here’s why:

Ongoing Mold Exposure: If you’re still in a moldy environment, higher levels may indicate continued toxin intake.
No Symptom Improvement: If you’re not feeling better, it’s a clue you need to address exposure or adjust your detox plan.
Next Steps: Check out my 9 Things to Know If You’re Still In Mold Course for strategies to stay well until you can leave or remediate.

Dive into testing details in my Mycotoxin Fact Sheet.

5 Steps to Stay on Track

Whether your retest shows progress or exposure, keep on the detox. Here are 5 steps to guide you:

Stick with Detox: Your body is unburdening from the toxic burden when mycotoxins appear in urine. Continue bioflavonoids like Color Guard to keep protecting your detox organs.
Eat Low-Mold, High-Fiber: Fiber traps toxins, and low-mold foods reduce new exposures. Add oat bran, flaxseeds, and veggies like broccoli; avoid moldy coffee or peanuts.
Support Detox Pathways: Liver and kidney support enhances toxin clearance. Use nutrients like milk thistle or MycoXpel, as detailed in the Mycotoxin Fact Sheet.
Check Your Environment: Ongoing mold exposure can spike levels. Inspect your home for mold.
Talk to Your Doc: Maybe you need a little more support. A practitioner can adjust your protocol. Find a practitioner trained in mold illness, like those listed at NAEM and ISEAI.

Tips for Keeping the Faith

Keep the faith, you will win against mold! I see it every day. Here’s how to stay positive:

Celebrate Progress: If you’re feeling “a tad better,” higher mycotoxin levels are a win—your body’s detoxing!
Avoid Panic: Put the phone down for a sec. Higher results don’t always mean bad news; context matters.
Stay Out of Mold: Follow guidelines to reduce exposure.
Continue to Detox: Keep protecting your detox organs with bioflavonoids like Color Guard to ease their load as your body clears toxins.
Track Symptoms: Journal energy, mood, or digestion to spot improvements, even if tests seem scary.
Learn More: My Mycotoxin Fact Sheet explains testing nuances to ease worries.

You’re Ready to Win Against Mold!

Higher mycotoxins on your retest can be a high-five from your body or a nudge to check your environment. Keep detoxing with Color Guard and MycoXpel and insights from the factsheet.

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