Barbell Shrugged cover image

Barbell Shrugged

Cortisol, Mold Exposure, and Gut Health w/ Lacey Dunn, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash #771

Nov 6, 2024
Lacey Dunn, a functional medicine dietitian and author of "The Women’s Guide to Hormonal Harmony," shares her journey from hormonal chaos to wellness. She discusses the impact of mold exposure on health, emphasizing the importance of gut health and cortisol management. Practical strategies for improving hormonal balance are explored, including lifestyle choices and light exposure. The conversation also highlights the dangers of microplastics and their potential links to cognitive decline, stressing the need for holistic approaches in modern health.
52:06

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Mold toxicity often goes unnoticed and can lead to severe long-term health issues, including hormonal imbalances and immune suppression.
  • Chronic high cortisol levels can disrupt various bodily functions, including sleep, menstrual cycles, and overall hormonal balance.

Deep dives

Understanding Mold Toxicity

Mold toxicity is highlighted as a significant environmental stressor that often goes unnoticed in people's lives. It can be hidden within homes, behind walls, or in HVAC systems, leading to severe health issues many years after exposure. Symptoms of mold toxicity include chronic stress responses, increased anxiety, immune suppression, and hormonal imbalances, particularly in testosterone levels. Individuals may only discover the presence of mold after years of unexplained health problems, often necessitating extensive testing and possibly costly remediation.

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner