Episode 633

70% of Homes In the U.S. Have Mold. Here’s How to Protect Your Health and Your Home from Toxic Mold

With Michael Rubino

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Air quality and mold are major factors in overall health and wellness. In fact, 70% of homes in the United States contain at least one species of mold. Exposure can trigger chronic inflammation, fatigue, and brain fog, but with the right knowledge, you can take proactive steps to protect your health.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Michael Rubino to explore how and why mold is so prevalent in most homes and how it can worsen autoimmune disease. Michael breaks down the most common sources of mold people encounter and why the problem is getting worse. He also highlights the four most toxic types of mold and explains how their presence in the body can cause damage through self-preservation mechanisms. Finally, Michael explains why some people are more susceptible to the effects of mold than others.

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I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Dhru Purohit

In this Episode, you will learn

  1. Why mold is the number one toxin found in homes
    (1:56)
  2. The most common sources of mold people encounter
    (6:11)
  3. Why the mold problem is getting worse
    (7:28)
  4. Memorable client stories
    (13:22)
  5. Types of mold to watch out for
    (18:32)
  6. The four most toxic molds
    (20:08)
  7. How mold damages the body through self-preservation mechanisms
    (24:01)
  8. Why some people are more affected by mold than others
    (26:08)
  9. Final thoughts
    (28:03)

Guest

 
Dhru Purohit

Dhru is the host of the Dhru Purohit Show, a top 30 health podcast with over 30 million downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dhru Purohit is also a serial entrepreneur and investor in the health and wellness industry.

 
Michael Rubino

Michael Rubino is the Founder of HomeCleanse, President of the Change the Air Foundation, and Host of the Never Been Sicker podcast. With a background in construction and remediation, Michael noticed flaws in the industry’s approach to mold remediation, leading him to establish HomeCleanse. As a council-certified Mold Remediator, he specializes in helping immunocompromised individuals with mold exposure reactions. His upcoming book, set for release in 2024, serves as a comprehensive guide to mold remediation, reflecting his dedication to improving global indoor air quality.

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