Environmental Toxins
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How to Test Your Home for Mold, with Mike Schrantz
Learn how environmental professionals detect problems and improve the health of built environments. Mike Schrantz will discuss myths and truths about common mold tests, and where to start if your house needs testing.
Mercury Toxicity, Kids & Fish Consumption
Recent research suggests that kids may be more sensitive to mercury than adults. But does that mean kids shouldn’t eat fish at all?
RHR: Dr. Chris Shade on Mercury Toxicity
In today's episode, I discuss with Dr. Chris Shade how we get exposed to mercury and the right (and wrong) way to test for mercury toxicity.
Mold Illness: What It Is, 5 Common Misconceptions, and Prevention
Awareness of toxic mold illness has increased dramatically over the past few years, but it’s often misunderstood and more complex than most clinicians and patients assume. Find out more about this condition.
Could Mercury Toxicity Be Causing Your Symptoms?
Mercury levels can build up in your body, causing immune dysfunction, fatigue, anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disease, and many other complaints.
Are Cell Phones Dangerous to Your Health?
There’s growing concern over the potential adverse health effects of long-term exposure to electromagnetic radiation from cell phones. Should you be concerned?
Are Microwave Ovens Safe?
Is heating your food in the microwave safe? Microwaving your food may not be as harmful as some health enthusiasts would lead you to believe.
Are Your Skincare Products Toxic? Sunscreen.
People are told to slather on the sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun, but could we be doing more harm than good?
Are Your Skincare Products Toxic? Deodorant and Antiperspirant
The aluminum found in many deodorants could contribute to diseases such as breast cancer and Alzheimer’s. Find out what you should use instead.
