The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 415. 80% of Homes are Fostering Chronic Illness | Dr. Scott McMahon & Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker
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Jan 18, 2024 
Dr. Scott McMahon, a pediatrician specializing in Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), and Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, a global expert on mold illnesses, dive into the prevalence of CIRS. They discuss how mold exposure in water-damaged buildings might underlie illnesses like fibromyalgia and depression, bringing attention to modern construction's role in health degradation. The duo also highlights biomarkers crucial for diagnosing chronic conditions, advocating for individualized care in treating complex symptoms linked to environmental triggers. Intriguing insights await!
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CIRS and Common Illnesses
- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) may be the underlying cause of conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and even Alzheimer's.
- It's linked to biotoxins produced by mold in water-damaged buildings, especially those built with drywall and antifungal paints.
Building Conditions and Genetic Susceptibility
- Water damage in buildings, combined with antifungal paints, creates an environment for biotoxin production.
- About 25% of the population has a genetic predisposition to an immune response triggered by these biotoxins.
The Role of Antifungal Paints
- Modern buildings might not be inherently more susceptible to water damage than older structures.
- However, the use of antifungal paints in modern construction has inadvertently selected for more toxic mold species.
