50% of Homes Have Toxic Mold – Signs, Causes, And Recovery With Dr. Jill Carnahan
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In this eye-opening episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with Dr. Jill Carnahan, leading expert in mold toxicity and environmental medicine, to expose how hidden mold, contaminated water, and modern construction are quietly eroding our health. Watch the video episode on YouTube and listen to the audio episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your other favorite podcast spots – follow and leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying the show!
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Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal Episode #83: 50% of Homes Have Toxic Mold – Signs, Causes, And Recovery With Dr. Jill Carnahan
What if the fatigue, brain fog, or anxiety you’ve been feeling isn’t “all in your head,” but in your home? In this eye-opening episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with Dr. Jill Carnahan, leading expert in mold toxicity and environmental medicine, to expose how hidden mold, contaminated water, and modern construction are quietly eroding our health.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, parent, or simply someone who wants to feel well in both body and mind, this conversation will help you recognize the unseen risks around you and take empowered action.
Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:
- Why over 50% of U.S. homes have detectable mold and how it affects mental health and physical health.
- The genetic variants (1 in 4 people) that make you more vulnerable to mold-related illness.
- The early warning signs you’re surrounded by mold (including subtle symptoms most doctors overlook).
- The worst-case scenarios if mold exposure goes unchecked and how to test and recover.
- The top 3 things you can do today to protect yourself — easy, at-home steps.
- Why healthcare education and self-advocacy are your best defense against misdiagnosis.
Learn more about Dr. Jill Carnahan at JillCarnahan.com, on Instagram @DrJillCarnahan, and check out her book, Unexpected.
Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal.
Show Notes
- 50% of Homes Have Toxic Mold – Signs, Causes, And Recovery With Dr. Jill Carnahan
- [0:44] Welcome to Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal
- [1:14] Welcome to the show, Jill Carnahan
- [1:40] The elephant in the room: environmental toxins & the toxic soup we're swimming in
- [5:14] Dr. Jill's personal mold toxicity story after the 2013 Boulder flood
- [7:09] How common is mold toxicity? The shocking connection to early-onset dementia
- [8:32] Mold in lunch boxes vs. mold in walls: Understanding ingestion vs. inhalation
- [12:44] How mold spreads through your home via HVAC systems
- [14:35] Testing for mold: Timeline analysis, visual contrast testing, and urinary mycotoxins
- [17:00] Air quality meters and the Atmotube Pro device for real-time monitoring
- [18:54] Common symptoms of mold toxicity: Brain fog, fatigue, skin issues & more
- [20:15] Worst case scenarios: Can mold toxicity cause death?
- [22:34] The path to recovery: Remediation, detoxification, and timeline expectations
- [27:37] How much mold is acceptable? Understanding toxic vs. non-toxic mold types
- [30:24] How long does it take for mold to affect you?
- [32:09] Dr. Jill's final advice: Clean air, clean water, clean food
- [32:31] Learn more about Dr. Jill Carnahan at com, on Instagram @DrJillCarnahan, and check out her book, Unexpected
- Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal
- Theme Song: “Upbeat Motivational Pop Rock” by Alexey Anisimov
What is Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal?
Thanks for listening to Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal. Being an eye doctor makes life easy, right? Not so fast. Join us as we uncover our lives as healthcare professionals. In each episode, you will face reality and vulnerability. You’ll hear how to manage your wellbeing, culture, and physical and mental health. You’ll also navigate self-improvement and professional development, all while uncovering innovation in patient care from experts in our healthcare system. Let’s do this while keeping it “real” and authentic. Hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, Expert Optometrist, Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Mom of 3.
Who is Dr. Meenal Agarwal?
With three clinics in Toronto and sought-after experience, Dr. Meenal Agarwal is an expert in vision and eyecare innovation. She is a leading voice on patient care, technology, professional development, and wellness in the healthcare industry.