Healthy Home Hacks Podcast

One of the questions we get asked often is, 'how do I test my home for mold affordably?' People come to us after being quoted thousands of dollars for a professional inspection, but most people don't want to start throwing money in the air; especially if they're not 100 percent sure if they even have mold.

But how do you know if a DIY mold kit is reliable, accurate, and going to give you accurate results from a certified lab?

Our guest today, Jason Earle, came to the realization that his moldy childhood home was the underlying cause of his extreme allergies and asthma which led him into the healthy home business in 2002, leaving behind a successful career on Wall Street. Today, Jason is the Founder & CEO of GOT MOLD? and the CEO of the mold inspection company, 1-800-GOT-MOLD?

With GOT MOLD?'s home test kits, you receive a report that includes the types of molds detected and in what quantity, as well as a practical and easily understood interpretation of the lab results all in a matter of a few days. Your report will include the types of molds detected, what quantity, as well as a practical and easily understood interpretation of the lab results. Choose from a 1-, 2- or 3-room mold kit.

Key Takeaways:

• Why is mold such a problem today?
• The difference is between having mold and having a mold problem.
• What to look for if you know you have mold
• Is there a safe level of mold?
• What is the current mold legislation?
• The best way to kill mold.
• The most common symptoms associated with mold toxicity?

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Because the average person takes between 17,000 and 23,000 breaths of air each day and spends 90 percent of their time indoors, it's essential to know what the heck you and your loved ones are breathing in daily. You and your family (even your pets) could be breathing in high levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like cancer-causing xylene, benzene, and formaldehyde as well as asthma irritants, dangerous fumes like radon, smog, and smoke, phthalates, plasticizers, phenols, flame retardants, carbon monoxide, asbestos, lead or mold spores.

In this episode, our guest, Tim Swackhammer, the Founder, and CEO of Mold Medics and Mold Medics Franchising, is clearing the air. Tim explains how to know if you have mold growing in your home, what black mold is, the difference between mold remediation and mold removal, if you should perform your own mold remediation, tips to prevent mold growth, what radon is and how it gets into our homes, how to know if you have elevated levels of radon in your home, radon exposure symptoms and he clarifies what radon mitigation is.

You've probably heard the saying, energy flows where attention goes. If you find yourself feeling stuck in life, and are seeking a deeper connection, ascension tools, natural healing, and chakra balancing, you've come to the right place. In this episode, we unpack these topics and share how and why you can cleanse your space to create more Zen in your life.

Author and expert in the fields of plant and vibrational medicine, Adora Winquist, is a visionary in the nascent arena of Quantum Alchemy. She intertwines divine knowledge, essential oils, and energy medicine. Adora founded and built the essential oil brand ADORAtherapy, from the ground up to a globally recognized and award-winning leader in the field of aromatherapy. She is the co-author of, Detox Nourish Activate: Plant & Vibrational Medicine for Energy, Mood, and Love, a revolutionary guide to healing at the DNA level for self-mastery, and is the founder of the Soul Institute for Quantum Living.

Key Takeaways:

1. Why it's important to be intentionally aware of your surroundings
2. How our everyday activities and spaces affect us
3. How can we can cleanse from internal energy, space energy, and digital energy
4. Why a digital cleanse is needed today and who should do one
5. The importance and ways to Zen out and cleanse our space
6. The power of crystals and when and how we should be using them
7. The proper way to smudge and why this ancient form of energy clearing is so essential
8. The powerful nature that essential oils hold and when, where, and how to incorporate them into our lives
9. The healing power of music, frequency, and vibration

Our very own FDA doesn't require cosmetic products and ingredients to have FDA approval before they go into the market. So, if you thought that the products you purchase – and often pay premium dollars for – are vetted by the government for safety before they hit your favorite drug store, department store, or online shop – think again. Most skin care products DO contain ingredients that are known carcinogens. And, it's not just chemicals in cosmetics; it's allergens, too.

Hold on to your toxic tubes because, in this episode, we're showing you how to Ensure the Safety of the Beauty Brands you buy. Our guest today, Dr. Liia Ramachandra, has over 30 years of pharmaceutical medicine development experience and is the founder and CEO of EpiLynx by Dr. Liia. EpiLynx was born from her struggle with a gluten allergy, psoriasis, and arthritis and realized that she wasn't alone. Not being able to find skincare products that could guarantee to be allergen and gluten-free, she decided to create her own line of vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free, and clean skincare products to help patients and people struggling with autoimmune diseases and allergies.

Key Takeaways:

1. Ingredients you MUST avoid when shopping for cosmetics
2. Some of the negative effects the harmful chemicals in cosmetics can have on our health
3. Why products labeled "clean" may not actually be clean
4. What beauty brands should be doing to reduce the harmful effects of their products
5. Tools and apps to help determine whether a product is clean and safe
6. Safe skincare swaps to replace the harmful ones

A previous sufferer of cystic acne, our guest, Amber Rose Johnson, The Skin Whisperer, shares the importance of taking a holistic and all-encompassing approach to skincare that looks at every factor of life that can affect the skin including diet, current beauty products, allergies, sensitivities, and lifestyle. Today, the founder of The Facial Lounge, Amber is an expert esthetician whose 25-plus years of in-depth industry experience are behind every innovative, organic treatment including her signature vegan custom facial.

Amber shares the importance of nutrition for good skin, the best foods to nourish the skin (and the big no-no's to avoid), tips for everyday skincare, the difference between exfoliating and stripping the skin, the best drugstore products to fit any budget, how some treatments can be too much of a good thing, why quality ingredients are essential and how our gut is affected by the products we put on our skin. Plus, she reveals why cold is great for your skin and her magical wands that can help with lymphatic drainage and puffiness.

You can visit The Facial Lounge in Corona del Mar, California, or shop their online store.

Question: are you one of the 93% of people experiencing chronic sinus infections that have been attributed to mold? Or, are you part of the 25% of the population that has a genetic predisposition that makes you more susceptible to mold illness? Maybe your asthma attacks are being triggered by mold or other allergens like 40% of people. In any case, mold in your home is a serious issue and can be deadly. Sometimes you can see mold, and sometimes you can't. Even mold that isn't visible can remain hidden behind walls, in the ceiling, and under the carpet for years. Our guest, Mark Levy, founder and president of The Mold Guy, Inc. is here to shed light on this dark, damp subject. Before you reach for a bottle of bleach, listen to this full episode to learn the proper way to handle mold. Mark is dedicated to performing mold inspections specifically for hypersensitive individuals with complex health issues like CIRS, Lyme, Autoimmune Issues, and more. Mark answers questions like, will mold make me sick?" and "do I need to leave my home right now?" Mark explains how the stress and uncertainty that comes along with a mold problem are very real and as big of an issue as the mold itself. He and his team of Certified Mold Inspectors and Certified Microbial investigators have performed over 7000 mold inspections and are passionate about helping clients have happy homes so they can breathe easier. Mark leaves listeners with tips such as testing for bacteria, the need for environmental testing to complement medical labs, the 3 sample types that are critical to evaluate the health of your home, and the truth about fogging.

Bad air, toxic household products, and everyday materials that we take for granted could be making us and our loved ones sick. And they are. Approximately 25 million Americans have asthma today; that's about 1 in 13 Americans.

Studies reveal the average pillow contains millions of fungal spores, with four to 16 different species per pillow tested. While that's enough to make anyone's skin crawl, our guest today is going to help us sleep more soundly and safely.

Robin Wilson is a U.S. lifestyle brand, author, designer, a two-time #1 Amazon bestselling author, and was named to the Inc. magazine Female Founders 100 List in 2020. Robin has created a protocol for wellness with protective coverings and cotton textiles in bed and bath. Her life mission is to help the 60 million Americans who suffer from allergies or asthma via her Clean Design protocol to educate consumers about hypoallergenic, sustainable, and eco-friendly lifestyle options.

Robin shares The Rule of 3's when it comes to our bedroom, what a CLEAN DESIGN HOME® sleep experience means, whether the type of pillow you sleep on matters depending on what type of sleeper you are (back, side, stomach) and what makes her packaging eco-conscious. Robin leaves listeners with simple steps to sleep better and breathe easier.

You can find Robin's Clean Home Design line now in Macy's at 168 stores and online.

Today, 97 percent of Americans own a cellphone of some kind; an increase of over 50 percent in the past decade. An average cell phone user today interacts with their phone more than 2,000 times every day. But is all of this smart technology improving our quality of life or harming our health? Our guest today, founder, CEO, and president of AiresTech, Dimitry Serov, is here to tell us.

Dimitry explains the effect of EMFs on our health and the environment. He reveals the importance of science-backed products that offer sound research when it comes to protection from electromagnetic radiation from wireless devices. Like noise-canceling headphones, Dimitry shares how the Aires Tech EMR Modulation Technology works with our own biological EMR to neutralize the physiological impact of radiation emitting from data-transmitting electronics such as cell phones, cordless phones, wireless earpieces, wireless headsets, computers, laptops, monitors, smart TVs, baby monitors, Wi-Fi routers & more. Dimitry identifies which groups of people are the most vulnerable and leaves listeners with the hot spots found in our homes and other techniques to reduce one's exposure to dangerous radiofrequency radiation.

You may remember her for winning the coveted Miss USA title. Or, perhaps seeing her don the 1998 Doritos commercial (still to this day the most memorable Super Bowl commercial of all time). Either way, Ali Landry leaves an impression wherever she goes. This Louisiana-born southern belle was touted as one of People's 'Most Beautiful,' but she isn't just another pretty face. Ali's got the talent and brains that have led her to acclaim as an actress, television host, and brand ambassador.

Ali's journey wasn't all glitz, glamour, and salty snacks. In fact, after turning 40 she started experiencing numerous health issues ranging from chronic fatigue, brain fog, and poor sleep, to digestive issues, low sex drive, and bouts of depression. Ali decided to take back her health and get to the bottom of her health woes, she let her pain become her path by finding the root causes of her health challenges; the inspiration behind her RE/SHAPE lifestyle platform focused on overall health & wellness, beauty, and fitness. Ali leaves listeners with key takeaways:

1. Why making yourself a priority is key
2. How real beauty comes from confidence
3. Her 'get up and go' technique to tackle dreaded digestion woes
4. Why daily movement is a must
5. Her mindfulness and meditation ritual that keeps her sane

Ali is committed to researching and curating the very best resources, products, and services along with sharing her personal network of the most trusted specialists with women around the world via her new book and online platform.

Wireless radiation. It's all around us. From Wi-Fi routers, cell phones, cordless phones, wireless earpieces, and headsets to computers, smart TVs, baby monitors, smart meters, gaming devices and the thousands of towers stretched across the United States that transmit and receive signals.

Otherwise known as radiofrequency radiation, electromagnetic radiation emits from everyday devices that make our lives fast, efficient, and convenient – but at what cost to our health? R. Blank is here to shed light on this dark subject. R is a technologist, entrepreneur, author, and host of The Healthier Tech podcast. He is the CEO of Shield Your Body, which creates products that make it easy and affordable for people to reduce their exposure to wireless radiation.

R reveals the health effects of electromagnetic fields (EMFs), how we can build a healthier relationship with technology, who is at the highest risk (and why), simple action steps we can take now to reduce exposures, and the problem with regulations that should be protecting us.