A recent Purdue University study found that air fresheners, wax melts, floor cleaners, and scented sprays release tiny nanoparticles that can pollute indoor air—even more than car exhaust or gas stoves.

To study this, researchers set up a “tiny house lab”—a fully functional home equipped with advanced air quality sensors.

This unique space allowed them to track how everyday household products release volatile chemicals and interact with indoor air, forming pollutants small enough to penetrate deep into the lungs.

Key Findings:
👉Scented products like air fresheners and wax melts release chemicals that form airborne pollutants when mixed with indoor ozone.

👉 These nanoparticles are so small they can travel deep into the lungs and even reach other organs.

👉Just 20 minutes of exposure can introduce billions of these particles into your respiratory system.

This study highlights how common household products alter indoor air chemistry—often in ways we don’t realize.

When you use scented products like air fresheners, wax melts, and cleaning sprays, the fragrances don’t just fade away—they mix with other substances in the air and create new chemicals.

One of the biggest factors in this process is ozone, a gas that can enter your home through windows, doors, and ventilation systems. When fragrance particles come into contact with ozone, they change chemically and break down into tiny airborne pollutants.

Some of these particles are so small that they can be inhaled deep into your lungs, affecting your health. 😳

See slides for natural alternatives to help reduce these harmful particles and improve indoor air quality.

If you would like to learn more about toxins and your health-download my free guide, How to Be Safe in a Toxic World, link in bio.

Dr. Ann

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Exciting new research from DO-HEALTH explored how vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, and regular strength training affect biological aging in adults over 70.

Researchers tracked 777 adults over 70 for three years, using epigenetic clocks—advanced tools that measure DNA changes like methylation—to assess biological age.

Key Findings:

✅ Omega-3 supplements (1g daily) slowed biological aging, regardless of gender, age, or body weight.

✅ The combo of omega-3, vitamin D (2,000 IU daily), & strength training (30 mins, 3x/week) was even more effective!💪

✅ This powerhouse trio also reduces the risk of cancer, infections, falls, and frailty.

Why it matters:

Slowing biological aging, even by a few months, can lead to better health outcomes—like reduced risk of chronic diseases, improved cognitive function, and enhanced longevity.

Want to know how epigenetics influences aging? Check out my blog, Get Better With Age™ – The Role of Epigenetics and Aging—link in bio.

Thinking about adding omega-3s to your routine? Tap the link in my bio to shop my top picks: Omega Balance and Omega Active PRM. You’ll also find Vitamin D3 5000 and a variety of supplements to support your health journey.

Dr. Ann

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Feeling bloated, tired, foggy, or stuck in a cycle of recurring infections?

It could be candida overgrowth.

Candida is a natural yeast that’s normally kept in check by a healthy immune system and beneficial bacteria. But in today’s world, this balance is often disrupted, allowing candida to overgrow and trigger a range of health issues.

Here are some signs that you may have candida overgrowth:

👉 Gas, bloating, heartburn
👉 Food sensitivities
👉 Chronic infections (sinus, UTI, yeast)
👉 Fatigue, brain fog, mood swings
👉 Hormonal symptoms and skin rashes
👉 Causes of candida overgrowth include:
👉 Antibiotics
👉 High-sugar, high-carb diets
👉 Mold exposure
👉 Chronic stress
👉 Birth control pills, steroids
👉 Environmental toxins (mold, heavy metals)
👉 Leaky gut

To best way to know if you have candida overgrowth is to do a stool test like the GI MAP. And work with a healthcare professional who can guide you through healing.

Diet is a crucial part of candida treatment, but eliminating sugar, which directly feeds yeast, is only the beginning.

You’ll also need to avoid alcohol, refined carbohydrates, and sometimes even natural sugars and high-starch foods until Candida is back in balance. These foods can all fuel yeast overgrowth and interfere with healing.

In some cases, antifungal medications may be necessary, especially when overgrowth is severe or resistant. However, many people can successfully control candida with a comprehensive approach that includes a targeted diet, lifestyle changes, and the right supplements.

Swipe through the slides above for a list of key supplements that support candida healing!

You can often find combinations of these ingredients in formulas, like the Every Life Well®️Candida Complete (shop link in bio).

A quick word about die-off: As candida dies, toxins can cause temporary symptoms like fatigue, rashes, headaches, or brain fog. Another reason it’s important to work with your healthcare provider- to support you through these challenges and to ease the healing process.

Dr. Ann

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New research confirms—microplastics don’t just pollute the environment, they also make toxins more harmful to human health. 😳

Two recent studies found that these tiny plastic particles increase the absorption of toxins both in plants, like lettuce, and in the human gut, raising serious concerns about food safety and long-term health risks.

Key Findings:

✅ Plants absorb more toxins when microplastics are present. Lettuce exposed to these particles took in significantly higher levels of arsenic and pesticides.

✅ The gut absorbs nearly six times more arsenic when microplastics are present, making these toxins even more dangerous inside the body.

✅ Microplastics and toxins reinforce each other. When environmental toxins are present, the body absorbs even more plastic particles, creating a dangerous cycle of contamination.

👉 Exposure to microplastics and environmental toxins may be an overlooked factor in many chronic health concerns, including:

➡️ Brain fog and headaches
➡️ Hormone imbalances and infertility
➡️ Metabolic dysfunction and weight gain
➡️ Digestive issues and leaky gut
➡️ Autoimmune conditions
➡️ Chronic fatigue and poor sleep
➡️ Skin problems such as eczema, acne, and rashes
➡️ Anxiety, depression, and mood imbalances

Reducing exposure to both microplastics and environmental toxins is critical for protecting gut health, lowering inflammation, and reducing toxic burden that can contribute to the conditions above and more!

👉 See the slides for other health conditions linked to microplastics and other environmental toxins, plus practical steps to reduce exposure.

For more tips, download my free guide: “How to Be Safe in a Toxic World,” or if you are planning pregnancy How to Conceive a Healthy Baby in a Toxic World.”

Dr. Ann

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Toxic mold could be the hidden reason behind weight loss resistance.

Mold exposure doesn’t just affect the lungs or sinuses — it impacts key systems that regulate metabolism.

Here’s how:

Mold triggers inflammation that can block leptin receptors, disrupting the hormone that controls appetite, cravings, and fat burning.

Mold also alters the mycobiome — the fungal community in your gut — leading to imbalances that promote inflammation, cravings, and insulin resistance.

This combination makes it harder to regulate hunger signals, balance blood sugar, and lose weight.

If you’ve been struggling with:

➡️ Stubborn weight gain
➡️ Intense cravings (especially sugar and carbs)
➡️ Gut dysfunction
➡️ Brain fog, skin issues, or headaches...
…it’s important to consider hidden mold as a root cause.

Next steps:

👉 Test your body (RealTime Labs Mycotoxin 👉 Test Mosaic Diagnostics or MycoTOX
👉 Test your gut (GI-MAP)
👉 Test your environment (home, workplace, or even your car)

Healing your mycobiome and restoring leptin sensitivity begins by identifying and addressing mold exposure.

To learn more about mold toxicity, testing options, and solutions — visit my Mold Hub Page (link in bio).

Dr. Ann

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Mold toxicity is a complex and multi-system illness, affecting everything from the respiratory system and digestion to hormone balance, brain function, and immune health.

At a deeper level, mold exposure disrupts cellular function, damaging mitochondria (the body’s energy producers), impairing detoxification pathways, and triggering chronic inflammation.

Because mold impacts the body in so many ways, recovery requires a comprehensive approach that supports cellular repair, immune resilience, and detoxification.

Supplements play an important role in this process.

Even if you are eating a clean, nutrient-dense Paleo diet, your body will likely need extra support to heal and function optimally.

👉Plus, mold toxicity can deplete essential vitamins and minerals, making it harder for your body to detox, produce energy, and repair damaged cells. 😬

Replenishing antioxidants and key nutrients through diet and supplementation helps protect cellular function, optimize detox pathways, and reduce inflammation—all critical for recovery.

👉Swipe through to see 12 key supplements that support mold recovery.

While this is a great starting point, it’s not a complete list—many other supplements may be beneficial depending on your individual needs and symptoms.

Working with a knowledgeable practitioner can help tailor a protocol that’s right for you.

Want to learn more? Head over to my Mold Hub resource page, link in bio.

Dr. Ann

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