Everything You Need to Know About Mycotoxins
Mycotoxins are misunderstood. Learn what mycotoxins are, what they are not, how they're produced, how testing for them works, and what conclusions can and cannot be drawn from such tests.
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Mycotoxins Are Not VOCs: Debunking Mycotoxin Misinformation
Mycotoxins are often implied to be volatile organic compounds (MVOCs or VOCs). These are different. Learn what they are and why confusing them leads to incorrect conclusions about mold and indoor air quality.
Yes—All Molds Can Produce Mycotoxins
Do only certain molds produce mycotoxins? This episode explores what research says about mycotoxin production and why understanding the conditions under which molds produce toxins is more important than knowing the species.
CFS and Mycotoxins: Why Mycotoxin Testing May Not Reveal the Cause
Can elevated mycotoxins determining the source of exposure? Why mycotoxin testing doesn't always answer the question people hope it will—and why identifying the actual problem requires additional evidence.
Mycotoxins: Questions After My Conversation with Andi
After interviewing Andrea Hembroff on The Daniel Stih Podcast, I found myself thinking about questions that required further exploration. In this follow-up solo, I examine those questions, clarify key concepts, and share additional perspectives on interpreting mycotoxin testing.
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Mycotoxins Are Not VOCs: Debunking a Costly Mold Myth
Mycotoxins and VOCs - Myths vs. Facts
CFS and Mycotoxins: What Question Is Urine Mycotoxin Testing Answering?