

50% of Homes Have Toxic Mold — Stop Silently Suffering w/ Ariana Thacker
6 snips Jul 4, 2025
Ariana Thacker, the CEO of MoldCo and a leading expert on mold-related health issues, shares her eye-opening journey battling toxic mold exposure. She discusses the serious health impacts of mold, the emotional toll it takes on individuals, and the inadequacies of traditional medical testing. Ariana emphasizes the importance of recognizing symptoms early and exploring innovative treatments. She reveals her insights on creating mold-free living environments and the need for better awareness about mold toxicity as a public health concern.
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Ariana's Mold Illness Story
- Ariana Thacker experienced mysterious symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and hair loss tied to mold illness.
- She found 70 times above safe mold spores in her apartment's HVAC system, triggering chronic response.
Testing for Mold Illness
- Order specific blood tests like TGF beta 1, MMP 9, and MSH via LabCorp to detect mold biotoxin illness.
- Look for a cluster of symptoms combined with lab results and mold exposure for diagnosis.
Mold Exposure Complexity
- Indoor mold exposure includes spores, fragments, and bacteria often missed in tests.
- These microbial fragments and mycotoxins accumulate in lungs and bloodstream, impacting health.