In this episode, Dr. Kayla Borchers and Deidre Bloomquist explore the often-overlooked impact of environmental toxins, particularly mold, on women's health and fertility. Deidre shares her personal journey of discovering how mold exposure affected her son's health and the importance of addressing mold in the home. They discuss testing for mold, the remediation process, and the various ways mold can disrupt hormonal balance, gut health, and immune function. The conversation emphasizes the need for awareness and proactive measures to ensure a healthy environment for conception and pregnancy. Takeaways:

Environmental toxins like mold can disrupt hormones.
Mold exposure can be transferred from mother to child.
Mold can hide in unexpected places like HVAC systems.
Detoxification should be approached carefully during preconception.

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33 | Hidden Infertility Triggers: How Mold Exposure Disrupts Hormones and Blocks Fertility