Have you recently identified that you’re dealing with a mycotoxin problem? Maybe you’ve recently done a urine mycotoxin test and have identified these toxin metabolites building up in your body.

Or maybe you’ve identified an area of water damage in your home where black mold has now taken up residence. YUCK!

Mold can be quite scary to find.

We do NOT love mycotoxins, and even more, we HATE the effects of mycotoxins on human health and performance.

Without knowing how to get rid of mycotoxins, they may stay in your body rent-free until you actively work to remove them.

Thankfully, we are here to bridge the knowledge gap between identifying you are being exposed to mycotoxins and learning exactly how to get rid of mycotoxins.

What are Mycotoxins?
What are the Symptoms of Toxic Mold?
How to Get Rid of Mycotoxins
More Personal Tips on How to Get Rid of Mycotoxins
Summary

What are Mycotoxins?

Let’s do a quick review of what mycotoxins are before discussing how to get rid of mycotoxins.

Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by certain types of fungi and mold, such as Stachybotrys, Aspergillus, and Penicillium, that can contaminate crops, vehicles, animal feed, and food. Humans are also commonly exposed to mycotoxins through contaminated air in old or water-damaged buildings where mold grows easily.

We hear mold, and many think, “no biggie,” but this couldn’t be further from the truth.

Many doctors will test for a mold allergy, thinking this is the main culprit of health problems associated with mold. This also could not be further from the truth.

While allergy-like symptoms are common with mold exposure, these are often the least of one’s worries with mycotoxin exposure. Mold is a silent killer of health for many.

There is documented evidence that mold inhalation and mycotoxins cause innate immune activation, as well as neurological, cognitive, and emotional dysfunction. AKA brain fog, chronic fatigue, anxiety and depression, frequent illness, and the list goes on! [1]

Let’s review some of the symptoms that may indicate you have been exposed to toxic mold and should, therefore, consider mycotoxin testing and should also keep reading to learn how to get rid of mycotoxins.

What are the Symptoms of Toxic Mold?

Symptoms of toxic mold can mimic symptoms of many other health conditions because these toxins affect so many different systems.

Mycotoxins can permeate through the blood-brain barrier in the brain, influencing cognitive function and other aspects of the nervous and immune systems. [2] Mycotoxins can colonize the gut, resulting in chronic symptoms of IBS, such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and more.

Exposure can cause many different symptoms, including

Fatigue and brain fog
Post nasal drip, congestion, and other upper respiratory systems
Headaches and migraines
Joint pain
Memory problems
Acne, and other skin problems
Digestive problems
Hormonal imbalances

How to Get Rid of Mycotoxins

Now that we have reviewed mycotoxins and the symptoms associated with this exposure let’s dive into our discussion on how to get rid of mycotoxins!

Oftentimes, the body cannot fully clear these toxic elements by itself through natural detoxification because the burden becomes too high.

Going through a mold detoxification program can be extremely effective in lowering symptoms associated with mycotoxin exposure. [3]

1. Remove Yourself From the Environment

Want to know how to remove mycotoxins from the body?

Avoid breathing the toxins in every day! First things first, before diving into any tips for how to get rid of mycotoxins, the first step in how to remove mycotoxins from the body FAST is to eliminate exposure to the source of mycotoxins.

AKA, you have to get out of the environment!

If you’ve had water damage in your home or you’re working in a mold-invested building, it’s important to do everything in your power to get out of the environment. You may not even realize that you are dealing with symptoms of toxic mold until you get out of the environment for an extended period of time.

If it’s not possible to leave your environment, consider doing a home or office remediation or improving the ventilation of the area.

2. Optimize Hydration

When trying to detox from mold, hydration is key. Ensuring water and mineral intake is optimal is very important for removing mycotoxins because drinking plenty of water supports kidney and liver function, both of which are organs to help remove toxins from your body.

Not only do we need to focus on water, we need minerals! Consuming mineral-rich fluids can support detoxification in many ways! If you drink loads and loads of water without minerals, that water goes straight through you and may even dehydrate you more.

Some of the most important minerals needed to support healthy detoxification include

Potassium
Sodium
Magnesium
Zinc

We can hydrate with minerals through our diet, which is one of the best ways to support detox and reduce inflammation in the body.

Eating a wide variety of fruits, veggies, quality animal protein, nuts, and seeds is necessary to achieve a high intake of minerals.

However, sometimes, it can be hard to get all the minerals we need just from food when mycotoxins are at play.

Consuming supplemental mineral cocktails or products can be very helpful. We love LMNT for high sweaters who needs high levels of sodium replacement.

Our go-to for more general hydration has to be Nooma. Nooma makes organic electrolyte beverages that are coconut water-based and rich in electrolytes to support your mycotoxin detoxification process!

3. Add 5 Crucial Supplements

When considering how to remove mycotoxins from the body, getting out of a moldy environment such as your home or office is extremely important, as well as eating a diet that supports our body’s natural detoxification pathways.

But let’s say you’ve been exposed to mold for months to years…these toxins have made themselves right at home in your body and will likely need some extra support to get them out!

This is where additional supplements can be lifesavers for getting rid of the mycotoxins.

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Binders

Toxins such as mycotoxins can build up in large quantities, making it hard for our bodies to get rid of themselves on their own. This is where binders come in. Binders can attract and bind toxins and move them through the body for removal.

Examples of binders include activated charcoal, chlorella, cholestyramine, and bentonite clay, but knowing which of these binders to use depends on the type of mycotoxin, so consider working with a professional who can test you and accurately determine a treatment plan.

Our personal favorite is the Cellcore Biotoxin Binder as a first-line treatment and then eventually build up to the Cellcore Carboxy Binder for long-term mycotoxin exposure.

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Glutathione

Glutathione is the strongest antioxidant the body makes and can drastically improve the detox process. Not only can mycotoxins decrease the body’s natural formation of glutathione, but when we are infiltrated with toxic mold, the body needs even more glutathione than normal to get rid the body of these toxins! [4]

So it’s a lose-lose…

Get with a healthcare practitioner who can help guide you on the best dosage and type of glutathione!

Supplementing with glutathione to replenish these antioxidants is huge when considering how to get rid of mycotoxins!

Curcumin

Curcumin is the bioactive compound found in the spice turmeric and is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Curcumin has been shown to induce glutathione biosynthesis. If we haven’t beaten this into your heads enough, more glutathione is good for learning how to get rid of mycotoxins.[5]

Quercetin

Quercetin is a flavonoid compound found in various fruits, vegetables, and plants, and it is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Quercetin is not directly responsible for removing mycotoxins from the body, but it supports the immune system, reduces allergic responses, positively impacts the gut, and supports the liver in detoxifying the mycotoxins.

Many individuals deal with allergy-like symptoms with mold exposure, and quercetin is fantastic for helping manage these symptoms.[6]

N-acetylcysteine (NAC):

The toxins from toxic mold can create oxidative stress and inflammation in the body, which is where antioxidants such as glutathione shine.

We know that glutathione plays a central role in neutralizing and eliminating various toxins, and NAC is the precursor to glutathione production.

AKA, our body can’t produce glutathione without NAC, so supplementing with this to help produce more glutathione can help degrade this oxidative damage to some extent. [7]

4. Boost Detoxification with Use of a Sauna

If you really want to learn how to get rid of mycotoxins quickly, start sweating!

Many people dealing with mold exposure find they are not big “sweaters,” which is extremely important considering sweating is one of the main ways we remove toxins from the body.

We personally love to recommend infrared sauna because of all the benefits of infrared sauna.

This type of sauna uses electromagnetic wavelengths from infrared light lamps to create heat. This infrared light can penetrate the skin to create healing deep within the cells. Infrared light activates the sweat glands, similar to other forms of sauna, such as steam or wood burning sauna that you may have tried before, but using more advanced and up-to-date technology! Not to mention…your sauna experience will be more enjoyable.

Why infrared for mycotoxin exposure?

The infrared wavelengths penetrate the fat cells that stubbornly hold onto the mycotoxins and help release them from the body, so using a sauna regularly can be a fantastic way to support regular sweating and the removal of toxins.

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5. Consume Detoxifying Foods

As with many health conditions, a healthy diet can support your body’s detoxification processes.

Upping your intake of glutathione-rich foods can help remove mycotoxins since glutathione is our body’s main antioxidant and detoxifier.

Foods rich in glutathione include

Spinach

Almonds
Avocado
Asparagus
Broccoli
Okra

Additional foods to include for detoxification support include

Berries
Whole food sources of vitamin C, such as bell peppers, oranges, strawberries, and tomatoes
Leafy greens (arugula, spinach, lettuce)
Cruciferous vegetables (brussels sprouts, broccoli sprouts, broccoli, kale)
Lemon
Cilantro
Spirulina
Garlic
Beets
Pasture-raised eggs
Fatty fish (i.e wild salmon)

6. Reduce High-Mold Foods

Avoiding foods that have higher amounts of mold and histamines can also be effective in lowering the high mold burden in the body.

Eating a low mold diet is not a long-term solution since many of these high mold and high histamine foods are nutritious and have a place in a healthy diet, but they can be helpful in reducing symptoms in the short term.

Common foods high in mold and histamines to consider removing include:

Cheese
Nuts (peanuts, cashews, walnuts)
Dried fruit
Grains (wheat, rice, oats)
Vinegar
Smoked meats (pepperoni, hot dogs, sausage, bacon)
Alcohol
Coffee

7. Stress Reduction

Reducing stress is key when considering how to get rid of mycotoxins. There are few things more stressful than having a chronic illness, and if you have spent months to years feeling sick with no answers, that becomes very stressful to the body.

Stress can really impact the body’s natural ability to detox.

Stress may impact digestion and nutrient absorption, and we know that the nutrients we get from our food make all the difference in the world in supporting detox pathways.

In other words…

→ stress can negatively impact liver function

→ stress can contribute to inflammation

→ stress can weaken one’s immune system

→ stress can alter the gut microbiome since cortisol drives intestinal permeability

All of these impacts from stress can make it very difficult to remove toxins from the body, including mycotoxins.

The solution? Stress reduction! Engaging in stress-reduction techniques can help lower cortisol levels (our body’s main stress hormone) and therefore support detoxification.

Here are some examples of stress reduction:

Get outside and go for a walk
Practice slow, deep breathing to get the nervous system into rest-and-digest mode
Meditation – this can be overwhelming in the beginning (especially when you’re in a sympathetic ”fight or flight” state), but over time, your nervous system will adjust and calm down with practice
Exercise regularly – moving the body can release endorphins as well as support detoxification through sweating

More Personal Tips on How to Get Rid of Mycotoxins

Fortunately or unfortunately, every member of the FWDfuel team has gone through at least one, if not two mold exposure instances that lead to severe mycotoxin illness. So, when you wan to know how to remove mycotoxins from the body, we aren’t joking when we say we’ve been there. We’ve helped many clients and have been able to help man of them so effectively because we’ve been there ourselves.

So, here are some personal tips from our team:

Don’t overlook hydration.
- One member of our team noticed a dramatic, and I mean dramatic improvement in how well they tolerated binders when they doubled their fluid intake. Yes, its annoying going to the bathroom, all….day…long. But when you feel good instead of like garbage from circulating toxins, its worth it.
  - As noted above, be sure to use electrolytes when doing this.
Consider Ozone

Summary

When working on how to get rid of mycotoxins, take it slow and steady. Rushing the detox process can make you tired and impair your body from being able to detox effectively.

A friend of ours who died from ovarian cancer is convinced mold toxicity led to the genes being expressed for her cancer. Her one major tip was that she thought she went too fast and hard trying to detox the mold, which led to her body being fatigued for many months. Consistent fatigue is NOT the best state to be in when working to detox.

Resting and having enough energy is crucial for effective detox. So, be patient and give your body the time it needs.

As you learn how to remove mycotoxins from the body, it’s important to know that if you are concerned about mold toxicity and have tried some of these basic interventions without an improvement in symptoms, it is best to work with an experienced health practitioner who will accurately test for mold and create a personalized protocol to heal you.

Many individuals go years without identifying this missing link in reversing their chronic health symptoms for good! If you want to figure out if you have mold toxicity and want to remove mycotoxins from your body, you can schedule your FREE 15-minute call today and work one-on-one with one of our dietitians to guide you through the process!

References:

How to Get Rid of Mycotoxins – Personal & Expert Advice

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What are Mycotoxins?

What are the Symptoms of Toxic Mold?