Is Mold the Root Cause of Your Toughest Gut Cases?

Is Mold the Root Cause of Your Toughest Gut Cases?

Bridgit Danner LAc has been a licensed acupuncturist since 2004 and certified Functional Diagnostic practitioner since 2015. She gave over 12,000 treatments in her years working as an acupuncturist & led a staff of 10 at her practice. While busy running an integrative wellness center in Portland, Oregon, she developed an environmental illness due to toxic mold in her home. Already experienced in hormone management and nutrition, she became acutely aware of the powerful impact of the environment on her health. Bridgit now educates about toxins and detoxification through her blog, online programs, product shop and Facebook group. She also works with private clients on customized functional medicine protocols for healing.
Bridget shares her personal experience of health issues caused by mold exposure.
Mold can grow in various ways and surfaces, leading to chronic health problems such as infections, skin rashes, and hormonal imbalances.
Bridget emphasizes the importance of mold testing and the need to address mold exposure through environmental remediation and gut restoration.

Combating Enviromental Toxins with The Gut Microbiome

Combating Enviromental Toxins with The Gut Microbiome

The focus of the talk is on detoxification of xenobiotics (foreign substances) and heavy metals in the body, with a particular emphasis on the role of the gut microbiome in this process.
The gut microbiome’s diversity plays a critical role in detoxifying and neutralizing environmental toxins, and dysbiosis (microbial imbalance) can lead to reactivation of toxins, contributing to health problems.
Toxins can be neutralized by the liver through conjugation, and then the liver uses bile to remove them from the body through the gut.
Certain factors, such as exposure to mycotoxins, pesticides, and heavy metals, can lead to dysbiosis, compromising the detoxification process, and contributing to health issues like fatty liver disease and systemic inflammation.
Kiran is trained as a research microbiologist, he left academic research to help bridge the translational gap between research and commercial innovation. He has held leadership roles in international health and wellness companies. Kiran has also founded and scaled research and technology development companies including, most recently, Microbiome Labs, the preeminent microbiome therapeutics company in the US integrative medicine market. Kiran has published numerous studies in peer-reviewed, scientific journals and holds international patents in his name. Kiran is a frequent lecturer at nutritional and medical conferences, and he is a sought-after expert on the human microbiome for health programs. Kiran is currently the General Manager of Novozymes OneHealth North America and is a science advisor to 5 other companies in this market.

Adverse Childhood Events (ACE’s) and Microbiome Health

Adverse Childhood Events (ACE’s) and Microbiome Health

Kirsty Terry MSc, NPAPH, is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist, Nutrigenomics and Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner (RTT™) and founder of Equilibrium Health. She is passionate about how the mind and body works together in creating the epigenetics of ill health. After working with clients for over twelve years she has developed ‘The Equilibrium Approach™. The 7-Step Framework to help her clients understand how their genetic expression, environment, early childhood experiences, lifestyle and behaviour habits are at the root cause of their health challenges and provides a truly comprehensive and wholistic approach to help them heal and achieve optimal health and wellness.
The human microbiome plays a crucial role in maintaining health by aiding digestion, producing vitamins, and supporting the immune system.
Genetic variations, known as SNPs, can be affected by environmental interactions and impact health outcomes.
Environmental factors like industrial chemicals, infections, and stress can alter the composition of the microbiome and lead to chronic diseases. Addressing ACE’s is crucial, as they are linked to various health problems, including anxiety, depression, autoimmune disorders, and other mental health conditions.

Toxic Burden in Pediatrics

Toxic Burden in Pediatrics

Greer McGuiness, MS RD is a biomedical clinician with over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She holds a Bachelor of Food Science from SUNY Plattsburgh and a Master of science from Central Michigan University. She is also a Certified Leap Therapist with extensive experience in helping those with food allergies and intolerances and a Registered Dietitian. She developed a passion for alternative medicine after her son was diagnosed with autism in 2016 and understands the struggles parents face when learning to find the most effective interventions for their children. Her goal is to provide individualized and affordable one-on-one consultations to parents as they try to navigate the complex world of biomedical healing.
Detoxification is not just about using supplements or temporary dietary changes; it involves significant lifestyle changes.
Humans come into contact with over 800,000 toxins daily, including man-made substances like pesticides, which can cause harm to our health.
Environmental factors, accounting for 40-50% of autism diagnoses, can have a substantial impact on pediatric health compared to genetic factors (10-15%).
To reduce toxic burden in children, it is essential to test for toxins, avoid exposure through food, water, and personal care products, and support the body’s detoxification pathways with appropriate interventions and supplements.

Back To School: Addressing Chronic Health Conditions In Children

Back To School: Addressing Chronic Health Conditions In Children

Dr. Nicole Berkins and Dr. Sheila Kilbane discuss chronic health conditions in children in a clinical grand rounds session. This presentation includes specific cases and practical tips to address children’s health issues using a seven-step process and integrative medicine. They emphasize the importance of restoring gut health, cellular integrity, and addressing food sensitivities in children with chronic health conditions. The discussion covers topics like eczema, constipation, behavioral issues, and the use of probiotics, enzymes, and vitamin supplements in treatment.