The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Unexpected Ways to Deal with Medical Gaslighting, Biotoxins & Trauma – Jill Carnahan, M.D. : 1035
Mar 29, 2023
In this engaging discussion, guest Jill Carnahan, a board-certified Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine expert and cancer survivor, shares her insights on overcoming health struggles. She explores the detrimental effects of medical gaslighting and highlights the importance of recognizing invisible illnesses like mold toxicity. Carnahan discusses her unique healing approach, integrating science and spirituality, to empower individuals in their health journeys. Tune in for insights on trauma, emotional healing, and the link between mental health and resilience.
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Mold Illness Worse Than Cancer
- Jill Carnahan found mold-related illness harder than cancer or Crohn's because it was invisible.
- People, including doctors, dismissed her suffering, making it isolating and difficult to address.
Mold and Limbic Activation
- Mold exposure triggers limbic system activation, similar to PTSD, causing a lasting trauma response.
- This limbic activation can strain relationships and contribute to issues like depersonalization.
Mold's Impact on Relationships
- Carnahan's own mold exposure led to a PTSD response and difficulties dealing with overwhelm, ultimately contributing to her divorce.
- She observes similar patterns in her patients, highlighting the widespread relational impact of mold.
