Our family of 11 moved into our dream home in June 2000. Symptoms started immediately. It took a botched mold remediation to make the connection between our illnesses and the home. We vacated in October of 2008. We left everything behind.
Within a few months it became clear that it would take more than leaving the home to restore our family's health. We fled to the dry climate of Arizona and began the process of rebuilding our weary immune systems.
We radically altered our lifestyle. We got rid of all chemicals in the home. We completely changed our diet. We took out all grains, sugar, and even fruit for a period of time. We ate thick bone broth soups and lots of green juices. We did colonics and acupuncture. We also continued to practice strong mold avoidance. While lingering issues remain, our kids are now able to attend school, work, and participate in life again.
Andrea is the Founder and President of momsAWARE.