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From 2007 to 2010, I suffered accidental Toxic Injury (also called Multiple Chemical Sensitivity or Environmental Illness). But, the forced time in bed has given me time to write. It has been such a blessing to work on my children's books and stories!-
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Category Archives: chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
Food Nutrient Benefits
Following up on my post titled “Food for Health,” the nutrients listed there usually include these benefits: Magnesium (nuts): can help with sleep, sound sensitivity, binding toxins, and protein needs. N-acetylcysteine (NAC): can help rebuild the body after toxic damage. Probiotics: … Continue reading
How to create a “Pristine” Bedroom for MCS
If you can, replacing your flooring with tile is usually a huge help. This is because: Not only does ceramic tile NOT offgass, it also blocks whatever is below it pretty well (like subfloor with toxic glues or even apartments … Continue reading
My Liver Treatment
(AKA: detox) A little background: In 2010 in the moldy house, I could only eat 5 foods. I had a long list of symptoms. I was bedridden and could hardly get a bath once every 10 days even with massive … Continue reading
Posted in Caregivers, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Low-Tox House, MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould
Tagged binding toxins, CIRS, detox, Lyme, ME/CFS, mold avoidance
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2 Camping Ideas (for CIRS, MCS, and “Extreme” Mold Avoidance)
For those of us with CIRS or MCS (or Toxic Injury or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Environmental Illness or mold toxicity or whatever you want to call it), sometimes camping helps. Sometimes camping helps A LOT (life changing). Plus finding … Continue reading
Interview with Author of Important MCS Book
Today we will be talking with Martha McLaughlin, author of Chemicals and Christians: Compassion and Caution. I love this quote from the Foreword to her book by Dr. Grace Ziem: “Using safe approaches regarding chemicals is not only Christian but … Continue reading
Book Correction
Thanks to Erik Johnson, Mold Pioneer and Warrior, I realized I have mis-communicated on a very important truth, in my book. (This book, MCS: Banished from the Human Race, which happens to be free this week.) I wrote: “By contrast, … Continue reading
The Day I Learned What I Did Wrong
I sat cross-legged on my bed, beyond exhausted, very sick, frustrated, looking for answers. One of the mold remediation companies said they wanted to use a fogging solution, and I wanted more information about the product, so I called the … Continue reading
Relaxing Sounds
Recently a friend showed me this website. I really love it. Almost every day, I lie back, close my eyes, and listen to these relaxing sounds. The way you can change the strength and combinations of noises for a unique experience is so … Continue reading
Neural Pathway Programs Can Harm
In many mold and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) groups, the idea of treating the illnesses with brain retraining often comes up. Before I go on, let me make the connection between the program in the article below about young Cherry … Continue reading
The Most Important Lyme Information Ever
I believe this book is so important because this little-understood phenomenon could make a huge impact on some people’s stubborn Lyme disease. I have seen it work with friends. I am very excited this book has come out; I firmly believe … Continue reading
