The conversation delves into the understanding of mold and mycotoxins, their impact on health, mold sensitivity, genetic susceptibility, how mold affects the body, and detecting/addressing mold in homes. Mycotoxins are the byproduct chemicals put off by fungus to eliminate other fungus that it's competing with. Mold exposure can cause a wide range of symptoms, and some people are more sensitive to mold than others due to genetic susceptibility. The conversation covers the importance of mold testing, the cost of testing, and the prevention of mold exposure. It also delves into the recovery process from mold exposure, symptoms, and treatment of mold toxicity, and concludes with a book recommendation and a food item related to the topic.

Takeaways

• Mycotoxins are the byproduct chemicals put off by fungus to eliminate other fungus that it's competing with.
• Mold exposure can cause a wide range of symptoms, and some people are more sensitive to mold than others due to genetic susceptibility. Mold testing can be expensive but is essential for reassurance
• Recovery from mold exposure involves detoxification, resilience building, and creating a healthy indoor environment

Book Shoutout this week: Break the Mold by Dr. Jill Crista

https://bookshop.org/lists/two-many-cooks-in-the-kitchen-booklist

Other helpful links:

Mold test - https://vibrant-wellness.com/tests/toxins/mycotoxins

Chapters

• 00:00 Detecting and Addressing Mold in Homes
• 23:30 Mold Testing and Prevention
• 37:08 Symptoms and Treatment of Mold Toxicity
• 43:22 Book Recommendation and Food Item

The conversation delves into the interconnectedness of soil health and human health, emphasizing the importance of regenerative agriculture for nutrient-dense food. It explores the barriers to adopting regenerative practices, the impact of current farming practices on soil health, and individual actions for promoting soil health. The discussion provides valuable insights into the critical role of soil health in sustainable agriculture and human well-being.

Takeaways

• Soil health and human health are interconnected
• Regenerative agriculture is essential for soil health and nutrient-dense food

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Soil Health and Agriculture
• 16:34 Barriers to Adoption of Regenerative Practices
• 28:06 Impact of Current Farming Practices on Soil Health
• 35:00 Individual Actions for Soil Health

Book Review: The Hidden Half of Nature: The Microbial Roots of Life and Health

Book by Anne Biklé and David R. Montgomery

Find our book recommendations here: https://bookshop.org/lists/two-many-cooks-in-the-kitchen-booklist

Recipes can be found at www.ohletzgrow.com/recipes

Join us for our very first podcast episode. Lauren and Janel discuss inflammation, what it is and why it can affect us so deeply. There is also a little friendly recipe competition.

The conversation covers the definition of inflammation, misconceptions, symptoms, prevention, and reduction. It also includes a book review and introduces the concept of a featured food for each episode.

Takeaways

• Inflammation is a natural response to damage or infection in the body.
• Chronic inflammation can lead to serious health issues and should be addressed with dietary and lifestyle changes.
• Book recommendation: The Inflammation Spectrum by Dr. Will Cole
• Recipe showdown featuring Swiss chard. Recipes can be found at www.ohletzgrow.com/recipes

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Kitchen Banter
• 09:05 Misconceptions and Symptoms of Inflammation
• 17:48 Preventing and Reducing Inflammation
• 27:58 Book Review and Featured Food