How Mold and Mycotoxins Destroy Your Immune System – Mechanisms of Immunosuppression

🌟 Welcome to the AWAKEN Health Blog

Welcome to the Awakened Health blog. Today, I will take you on a journey through one of the most underrated yet dangerous mechanisms for undermining health – immunosuppression caused by mold and mycotoxins. This intriguing area has the potential to change your understanding of why you are frequently ill or unable to recover from a lingering health issue.

⚠️ Problem

Do you often catch infections easily? Are your sinuses constantly clogged, and do you find yourself getting colds more frequently? Perhaps you’re perpetually tired, struggling to rejuvenate, and your body increasingly reacts allergically to food, dust, or odors?

These could be symptoms of chronic immune system weakness – a condition that doesn’t show up in standard tests but affects your daily life.

Increasing research points to the culprit being chronic exposure to mycotoxins – toxins produced by molds, which quietly and systematically suppress your immune system, block inflammatory responses, and even damage bone marrow and lymphocytes.

Mycotoxins wage a systematic war against your immune system, weakening it to the extent that it fails to recognize threats and respond appropriately.

Alarmingly, most doctors don’t know how to recognize symptoms of immunosuppression caused by mycotoxins. Patients are often left circling between specialists, told that “everything is fine,” while their immune system continues to deteriorate.

The statistics are frightening: about 25% of the population has genetic predispositions that affect detoxification of mycotoxins, which means one in four people are particularly vulnerable to these immunosuppressive mechanisms.

This happened to me. I didn’t just catch viruses during cold season, but also became susceptible to parasitic and skin infections, recurring thrush, and herpes. I couldn’t fight them off. I had a wart on my foot that I tried to remove by every possible means for two years, with no success. It always returned. Only by discovering hidden mold in my lungs and sinuses, and understanding the mechanisms by which mycotoxins weaken the immune system, was I able to restore my immune system and health.

🔍 What You Will Find in This Article

In this article, you will learn precisely how mycotoxins systematically destroy your immune system, based on genuine scientific research from renowned institutions. You’ll discover the specific molecular mechanisms leading to immunosuppression and understand why traditional immunological tests often fail to detect this issue.

I will present not only the scientific foundations of this phenomenon confirmed by research over the past 20 years but also practical tips on recognizing symptoms of immunosuppression in your body. You’ll also gain insight into the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which has long understood the connection between “dampness” and weakened body defenses.

This knowledge is based on real research, which could save you years of unnecessary suffering and help rebuild your body’s natural immunity.

📑 Table of Contents

1. What is a strong immune system.

🛡️ What is a Strong Immune System?

It’s not just about “not getting sick.” It’s a daily shield that works even when you’re unaware of it.

1. - You rarely catch infections—even when everyone around is sneezing
  - If you do get sick, your body quickly bounces back—without antibiotics, without lingering coughs
  - Your wounds heal rapidly
  - You don’t suffer from recurrent fungal infections, cold sores, or skin problems
  - Even when swimming or traveling, you avoid catching infections that others might bring home

This is a sign that your body functions quietly but effectively. But what happens if this shield slowly stops working?

⚠️ What are the Common Signs of a Weak Immune System?

1. 1. You start “catching everything”
    - Viruses, fungi, infections keep coming back despite treatment
    - You need antibiotics that were once unnecessary
  2. You can’t recover
    - Fatigue doesn’t go away after sleep
    - Every infection leaves you feeling shattered for weeks
  3. Your body loses environmental immunity
    - The skin reacts to mold, fungi, and moisture
    - Intolerances and allergies that weren’t there before begin to appear

📚 The Discovery of the Link Between Mold and the Immune System

🧠 Molecular Mechanisms of Immunosuppression Induced by Mycotoxins

The relationship between mold and the immune system’s weakening is not a recent discovery. The earliest observations of this phenomenon date back to ancient China, where doctors of the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) described the “damp building disease” – a condition in which people living in damp, mold-infested buildings became susceptible to various infections.

Ancient Chinese physicians noticed that people living in high humidity and mold presence developed a specific syndrome of symptoms: chronic fatigue, frequent infections, digestive problems, and “weakening of defensive energy” – what we now call the immune system.

One of the most famous legends speaks of a doctor named Zhang Zhongjing, who in the 2nd century AD observed that residents of humid regions near the Yangtze River were significantly more likely to suffer from “external diseases” – infections that a healthy body should easily combat. His observations led to the creation of herbal formulas meant to “dry out moisture and strengthen the body’s defenses.”

Modern scientific research has confirmed the wisdom of the ancients. In 1991, American researcher D.E. Corrier published a groundbreaking review in the journal Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology, where he first detailed the mechanisms of immunosuppression induced by mycotoxins. His work demonstrated that mycotoxins weaken the activity of T and B lymphocytes, suppress immunoglobulin and antibody production, and impair macrophage function – cells responsible for “devouring” pathogens. (Links to research at the end of this article)

Disruption of Immune Communication

Mycotoxins act like radio jammers on the battlefield. They block the production of cytokines – small proteins that facilitate communication between immune cells. Imagine your soldiers suddenly unable to communicate with each other – chaos is inevitable.

Cytokines function as the command system – like an operational headquarters controlling the army. Without them, there is no defensive reaction. They ensure the body knows what to do.

Studies from the University of Alabama at Birmingham found that individuals with high levels of aflatoxin B1 in their bodies had significantly reduced markers of immune cell activation.
In a study of 64 residents of Ghana, researchers discovered that high exposure to aflatoxins was associated with lower levels of CD69+ – a protein indicating whether T and B cells are ready to fight infections.

In essence – the more aflatoxins present in the body, the weaker the readiness to defend against infections.

Direct Damage to Immune Cells

Understanding Deoxynivalenol (DON) and the Mold and Immune System Connection

Deoxynivalenol (DON) is a toxin produced by Fusarium molds, which often contaminate grains like wheat, corn, and barley. DON is one of the most commonly found mycotoxins in food globally. This toxin directly attacks the cells’ “protein factories,” known as ribosomes.

Ribosomes are essentially mini-factories that produce proteins essential for life and the immune system’s defense.

🔨 A Simple Metaphor:

1. - Imagine your body is preparing for a battle – it needs a new army of soldiers.
  - To create them, it must produce uniforms, weapons, and supplies. This is the job of the ribosomes.
  - DON destroys the weapons factory.
  - The result? Soldiers (lymphocytes) cannot multiply, the army doesn’t grow, and the body cannot defend itself.

A British study highlighted dramatic effects: DON at a concentration of 216 nanograms per milliliter of blood reduced human immune cell proliferation by 50%. Moreover, this toxin completely disrupted immune communication – the IL-2 level (one of the critical “messages” between immune cells) surged up to 12-fold, creating chaos in the body’s defense system.

Trichothecens – Protein Production Blockers and the Impact of Mycotoxins on Human Health

Trichothecens are a family of around 200 different toxins mainly produced by Fusarium fungi. The name originates from the Greek word meaning “hair” (trichos) due to their thread-like structures. This group includes T-2 toxin, DON, and nivalenol. These mycotoxins are among the strongest natural inhibitors of protein synthesis, meaning they stop cells from producing proteins necessary for life.

This toxin not only blocks ribosomes like DON but can also damage cell membranes and induce apoptosis (cell suicide).

T-2 toxin – the most potent of the trichothecenes – acts as a “universal saboteur” within cells.

Research from an Italian team at the University of Bari showed that T-2 toxin is lethal even in microscopic doses. At a concentration of just 0.2 nanograms per milliliter, it kills 50% of human B cells – those responsible for antibody production.
In comparison, T cells are slightly more resistant – it takes 0.6 micrograms per milliliter to kill half of them.

1. - B cells – are like ammunition factories – they produce antibodies, which are targeted projectiles aimed at specific enemies.

🧪 Key Mycotoxins and Their Impact on the Immune System

1. - T Cells – much like soldiers on the front line – identify and directly destroy invaders.

T-2 first destroys factories (B cells) before attacking the soldiers.

Additional information: Nanograms and Micrograms: A nanogram is one-billionth of a gram, while a microgram is one-millionth of a gram. These quantities are so minuscule that they are almost unimaginable – a drop of water weighs about 50 million nanograms.

Ochratoxin A – The Kidney and NK Cell Destroyer

Ochratoxin A (OTA), a mycotoxin primarily produced by the molds Aspergillus ochraceus and Penicillium verrucosum, has particularly destructive effects on NK (Natural Killer) cells, which serve as the “elite special units” of your immune system.

NK Cells (Natural Killer): These are the “natural assassins” in your body – specialized immune cells that can recognize and destroy virus-infected or cancerous cells without the need for prior “training.”

Studies have revealed a fascinating phenomenon: short-term exposure to OTA (24 hours) stimulates the immune system, but long-term exposure (72 hours and beyond) causes profound immunosuppression. This means that initially, the body tries to combat the toxin but eventually succumbs, leading to the collapse of the immune system.

Immune system collapse means that:

1. - no new defense cells are created
  - enemies are not recognized
  - cannot defend itself
  - and begins to succumb to infections, viruses, fungi, or cancers.

Aflatoxins – The Most Potent Natural Immunosuppressors

Aflatoxins are a group of about 20 different toxins produced by molds Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. The name comes from Aspergillus flavus toxin. These fungi love warm, humid conditions and often attack peanuts, corn, rice, and nuts.

Groundbreaking research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, which included 64 residents of Ghana, demonstrated the dramatic effects of aflatoxin exposure. Individuals with high levels of aflatoxin B1 in their bodies had significantly reduced activation markers of their defense cells. Particularly affected were:

1. - T Cells (CD3+) – the “generals” of the immune system that coordinate defense strategies
  - B Cells (CD19+) – “antibody factories” producing weapons against pathogens

Impact of Mycotoxins on Human Health

Furthermore, individuals with high exposure to aflatoxins had significantly reduced levels of perforin in CD8+ cells—a protein that acts like “a hole in the wall,” allowing T cells to kill infected cells.

Common Enemy: Viruses Including HIV and Aflatoxins

Particularly alarming are the research findings regarding the interaction between aflatoxins and viruses, including HIV. A 2008 study involving 116 HIV-positive individuals and 80 healthy controls from Ghana revealed a terrifying synergistic effect.

HIV-positive individuals with high aflatoxin levels showed:

1. - Significantly lower levels of regulatory T cells (Tregs)—those that control immune responses
  - Fewer naive CD4+ cells—”fresh soldiers” of the immune system
  - Decreased levels of B cells—antibody producers

This finding might explain why AIDS progression in Africa—where exposure to aflatoxins is common—often occurs more rapidly than in developed countries.

Fumonisins – Attacking the Gut Barrier

Fumonisins are mycotoxins produced by Fusarium verticillioides and Fusarium proliferatum—fungi that particularly favor corn. Studies have shown that fumonisins not only weaken the immune system but also damage the intestinal barrier—the body’s first line of defense.

Research on chicks found that exposure to fumonisin B1 significantly reduced the ability of immune cells from the spleen to proliferate and dramatically increased levels of the enzyme LDH—a marker of cell damage. Fumonisins also triggered programmed cell death (apoptosis) by activating proteins from the Bcl-2 family.

🩺 Clinical Symptoms of Mycotoxin-Induced Immunosuppression

Early Symptoms (2-4 Weeks of Exposure)

Initial warning signs are seemingly innocuous symptoms that most people ignore:

🤧 Frequent “colds” and upper respiratory infections

1. - Colds lasting longer than 7-10 days
  - Recurrent sinus infections
  - Chronic cough without an obvious cause

⚡ Chronic fatigue and weakness

1. - Feeling as if the body “has no strength” to fight infections
  - Needing significantly more time to recover from illness
  - Decreased tolerance for physical exertion

🧠 Concentration issues and “brain fog”

1. - Difficulty making decisions
  - Problems with short-term memory
  - A sense of mental “cloudiness”

Intermediate Symptoms (2-6 Months of Exposure)

🦠 Recurrent opportunistic infections

1. - Oral thrush (fungal infections)
  - Recurring urinary tract infections
  - Skin infections that are slow to heal

🩸 Hematological disorders

1. - Reduced white blood cell count (leukopenia)
  - Decreased neutrophil count (neutropenia)
  - Reduced natural killer (NK) cell activity

🔥 Chronic inflammation

1. - Elevated inflammatory markers (CRP, ESR)
  - Joint and muscle pain
  - Problems with wound healing

Advanced Symptoms (6+ Months of Exposure)

⚠️ Autoimmunization

1. - Development of autoimmune diseases
  - Food and environmental allergies
  - Allergic reactions to previously tolerated substances

🧬 Increased cancer risk

🔬 Scientific Evidence on Immunosuppression Mechanisms

1. - Particularly lymphomas and leukemias
  - Cancers linked to weakened immune surveillance
  - Recurring viral infections (HSV, EBV)

🫁 Multisystemic Syndromes

1. - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
  - Fibromyalgia
  - Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)

Groundbreaking Study on Children in Gambia

The strongest evidence of immunosuppression caused by mycotoxins comes from a study conducted by a team from the University of Leeds on 472 children aged 6-9 in Gambia. Published in Environmental Health Perspectives in 2003, this study was the first to demonstrate the direct impact of mycotoxins on the immune system in humans.

Key findings:

1. - 93% of children had detectable levels of aflatoxins in their bodies
  - Children with high levels of aflatoxins had significantly reduced sIgA in saliva – the first line of defense against infections
  - Weakened responses to vaccines – some pneumococcal vaccines were less effective in children exposed to aflatoxins

sIgA (secretory immunoglobulin A): This is your body’s “first line of defense” – antibodies found in saliva, tears, and intestinal secretions. They protect against infections before pathogens penetrate deeper into the body.

This study was groundbreaking because it showed for the first time that even “normal” levels of exposure to mycotoxins weaken the immune system in humans, particularly in children.

Systematic Review of the Top Three Mycotoxins

In 2023, a team of Chinese researchers published a comprehensive review in the journal Toxins on the impact of the top three mycotoxins on the immune system. They analyzed dozens of studies and demonstrated “bidirectional immunotoxicity” of mycotoxins.

Key findings:

1. - Short-term exposure (hours-days) often stimulates the immune system
  - Long-term exposure (weeks-months) invariably leads to immunosuppression
  - Mechanism of action involves mitochondrial damage, oxidative stress, and disruption of cell communication

A particularly concerning discovery is that mycotoxins can increase susceptibility to bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections by weakening the gut barrier and disrupting microbiota balance. This is a notable aspect of how mold can affect health.

WHO and IARC on Mycotoxins

The World Health Organization (WHO), in its latest position paper from 2023, clearly states: “Chronic effects of certain mycotoxins in animals include immune system suppression” and “long-term health effects include immune deficiency and cancer”. This underscores the significant impact of mycotoxins on human health.

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) – part of WHO – published a report in 2015 focused on mycotoxin control in developing countries. The expert panel unequivocally concluded that mycotoxins not only cause acute toxicity and cancers but likely contribute to high levels of growth inhibition in children in affected populations.

Belgian Studies – Population Biomonitoring

🌿 Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective

The latest biomonitoring study conducted in Belgium (published in 2015) included 155 children and 239 adults and revealed the widespread exposure to mycotoxins within the so-called “normal” European population, highlighting the impact of mycotoxins on human health.

Shocking findings:

1. - Deoxynivalenol (DON) was detected in 100% of children’s urine samples
  - 91% of children had detectable DON metabolites in their urine
  - Exposure levels often exceeded safe doses set by authorities

This study demonstrated that exposure to mycotoxins is not just an issue in developing countries; it also affects populations in Western Europe.

Mold and the Immune System: A Traditional Chinese Medicine View

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has understood the connection between “dampness” and the weakening of the body’s defenses for over 2,000 years. What modern science refers to as immunosuppression from mycotoxins, Chinese physicians have described as “dampness invasion disrupting Wei Qi”.

The Concept of Wei Qi (Defensive Energy)

Wei Qi (衛氣) is the body’s defensive energy – essentially what we know today as the immune system. According to TCM, Wei Qi circulates just beneath the skin, protecting the body against “external pathogens” like viruses, bacteria, and other disease-causing agents.

Ancient Chinese doctors observed that “dampness” (湿, shi) has a unique ability to weaken Wei Qi. In the classic text Huang Di Nei Jing (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine) from around 100 AD, it’s stated:

“When dampness penetrates the body, Wei Qi becomes sluggish and cannot protect against external pathogens. The person becomes susceptible to wind and cold diseases.”

Molds as “Dampness-Phlegm”

In TCM, molds and their toxins are classified as “Dampness-Phlegm” (湿痰, shi tan) – a particularly harmful type of pathogen that:

🌊 Blocks the flow of Qi – the body’s life energy in the meridians 🧠 Clouds the Shen – mind and consciousness (manifested as “brain fog”) 🔄 Disrupts Spleen function – an organ responsible for transformation and transport within the body

The famous Ming Dynasty physician, Li Shizhen (1518-1593), in his monumental work Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), described the “damp cellar disease” – a condition we would recognize today as sick building syndrome:

“Those who live in damp places, where green mold grows, suffer from chronic fatigue, frequent colds, and weakened spirit. Their Wei Qi is dispersed like mist.”

Chinese Herbs to Strengthen Wei Qi

Traditional Chinese medicine has developed numerous herbal formulas specifically designed to fortify Wei Qi and eliminate “dampness” from the body:

🌿 Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus) – “Main Tonifier of Wei Qi”

1. - Boosts the body’s defensive energy
  - Supports immune functions
  - Traditionally used by warriors to enhance immunity

🌾 Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala) – “Dampness Dryer”

1. - Strengthens the Spleen and removes dampness
  - Supports digestion and transformation
  - Improves overall vitality

🍄 Fu Ling (Poria cocos) – “Moisture Harmonizer”

1. - Facilitates drainage of dampness without harming Yin
  - Supports kidney and bladder functions
  - Calms the mind and improves sleep

My personal experience with Chinese medicine was groundbreaking. While Western medicine offered only steroids for symptoms, Chinese Medicine provided a complete system to address root causes through natural methods.

Traditional Formula for Supporting Immune Function

Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan (甘露消毒丹) – also known as the “Pill of Sweet Dew Neutralizing Toxins”

1. - Specially formulated for “damp-heat toxins”
  - Contains 15 herbs working synergistically
  - Supports detoxification and boosts immunity

✨ Next Steps – Practical Immune Support Plan

🎯 Step 1: Urinary Mycotoxin Test – Your First Diagnostic Line

Before starting any treatment, know what you’re up against. The urinary mycotoxin test is the most crucial step, revealing:

1. - Which specific mycotoxins are in your body
  - The levels of these toxins
  - Whether the issue is current or historical

🧪 Recommended Laboratories:

1. - RealTime Laboratories (USA) – the gold standard for mycotoxin tests
  - Mosaic Diagnostics (USA) – comprehensive panel
  - Mycotox (Poland) – available in Europe

Important: 7 days before the test, take liposomal glutathione, as it helps more toxins reach the surface for a fuller picture.

🔍 Step 2: Identify Mold Infection vs. Mycotoxin Poisoning

This key distinction determines your treatment plan:

Active Mold Infection = Live Fungi in the Body

🚨 Symptoms:

1. - Recurring infections despite treatment
  - Reactions to antifungal substances (die-off)
  - Positive test for mold antibodies
  - Conduct a reliable bioresonance test to detect active molds.
  - Symptoms worsen in humid environments

Mycotoxin Poisoning = Toxins Without Live Fungi

💊 Symptoms:

1. - Stable symptoms regardless of surroundings

Identifying Mycotoxin Symptoms and Their Impact

1. - Lack of response to antifungal substances
  - High mycotoxins in urine without an active infection
  - Neurological and immunological symptoms

🧹 Step 3: Introduce Binders – Your Weapon Against Mycotoxins

Whether you are dealing with active mold or mycotoxin poisoning, binders form the cornerstone of treatment. They act as “magnets,” drawing toxins out of the body.

The Most Effective Binders for Mycotoxins

🌿 Activated Charcoal

1. - Dosage: 1-2 g daily
  - When: 2 hours after eating and supplements
  - Best for: Aflatoxins, ochratoxins
  - Notes: Drink plenty of water, may cause constipation

🌊 Bentonite Clay and Zeolite

1. - Dosage: 1 tablespoon in water
  - When: On an empty stomach, in the evening
  - Best for: Deoxynivalenol (DON), trichothecenes
  - Notes: Do not combine with medications – can block absorption

🟢 High-Quality Chlorella

1. - Dosage: 3-6 g daily
  - When: Between meals
  - Best for: Wide range of mycotoxins
  - Notes: Choose organic, purity-tested varieties

🍄 Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP)

1. - Dosage: 5 g twice daily
  - When: On an empty stomach
  - Best for: Aflatoxins, supports liver detoxification
  - Notes: Does not interfere with minerals like other binders

⏰ Binder Timing Protocol – This is Critical!

Golden Rule: Take binders at least 2 hours after eating, medications, and supplements (ideally 3-4 hours).

Why timing matters: Binders do not distinguish toxins from nutrients – they can “absorb” vitamins, minerals, or medications if taken too close together.

NOTE: Binders may cause constipation. Water intake is crucial

💧 Step 4: Hydration – 80% of Detoxification Success

Without proper hydration, binders are ineffective. Research indicates that insufficient hydration can reduce detoxification effectiveness by up to 80%.

🚰 Hydration Protocol:

1. - At least 3 liters of high-quality water daily
  - Drink in small sips – 50-100ml every 10-15 minutes
  - Add a pinch of Himalayan salt to improve cellular hydration
  - Prepare in the morning two 1.5-liter bottles with a bit of salt

☕ Beware of dehydrating beverages: Coffee, black tea, yerba mate, and matcha have a diuretic effect. For every cup (250ml), add an additional 250ml of water to your daily intake.

⚠️ Step 5: Monitor Detox Reactions

When binders start pulling out toxins, you might feel worse before you feel better. This is normal, but you must keep track of it.

🤒 Common Detox Reactions:

1. - Fatigue in the first 1-2 weeks
  - Headaches
  - Rashes
  - Changes in bowel movements

⚡ If symptoms are too strong – slow down:

1. - Severe headaches lasting more than 3 days
  - Extreme exhaustion
  - Rash with itching
  - Stomach upset

Solution: These are signs you are going too fast!! Reduce the binder dosage by half and increase hydration.

🕐 Step 6: Treatment Duration – Be Realistic

A minimum of 100 days is the standard for mycotoxin detoxification. This isn’t a mere suggestion—it’s wisdom backed by a 2000-year-old Chinese medicine protocol.

Depending on whether you have active mold or are only contaminated by mycotoxins, treatment time ranges from 100 days to usually up to 12 months.

📅 Realistic Timelines:

1. - First 2-4 weeks: Possible detox reactions, gradual improvement
  - 2-3 months: Significant improvement in energy and immunity
  - 3-6 months: Stabilization of results
  - 6+ months: Full recovery of the immune system

⚠️ Important Note

⚠️ Important: Patients who do not adhere to the diet (especially those consuming sugar) may take up to 2 years for full recovery!

🍯 Step 8: Supportive Diet – Do Not Feed Mold

During detoxification, avoid foods that feed fungi or contain mycotoxins:

❌ Avoid:

1. - Sugar and sweeteners (feed fungi) (Fruits are also prohibited)
  - Gluten
  - Dairy products
  - Fermented products (kombucha, kefir, pickles)
  - Nuts (especially peanuts, pistachios)
  - Corn and corn products
  - Alcohol (weakens the liver)

✅ Consume more:

1. - Leafy greens (support detoxification)
  - High-quality protein (tissue repair)
  - Omega-3 fats (anti-inflammatory)
  - Herbs: turmeric, ginger, garlic (natural antifungals)A low-carb diet is recommended.

💊 My Personal Experience with Immunosuppression

At 30, my health completely collapsed. What I went through over the next 6 years is a textbook example of how a hidden pathogen – mold in the lungs and sinuses – systematically destroys the immune system, while doctors fail to recognize it. Understanding how mold affects health is crucial.

Collapse – Living Like a Zombie

One day, after coming back from a workout, I slept for 16 hours. I thought it was temporary, but to my surprise, this condition persisted for weeks and months… In the 8 hours that I wasn’t sleeping, I felt like a zombie. I couldn’t think, I couldn’t function. My energy was practically non-existent. Every task demanded a heroic effort.

⚡ This wasn’t just ordinary fatigue – it was as though someone had drained all the life force from my body.

🧠 “Brain fog” was so intense that I would forget what I wanted to say mid-sentence. Sometimes I stood in the middle of a room, unable to remember why I was there.

The Wrong Path – Chasing the HPV Virus

For 5 years no one realized we were dealing with mold in the lungs and sinuses. No blood tests detected it, no doctor recognized it, none of my natural medicine mentors considered this path. Mold in the home effects can often be overlooked, leading to prolonged health issues.

🦠 I had warts that indicated the presence of the HPV virus. We thought my health problems were due to the virus – it seemed logical.

Temporary Triumph and Painful Setback

💊 I spent nine months on a very strong antiviral protocol, which, to my teacher’s surprise, did not progress as quickly as expected. Something seemed to be blocking my recovery process.

Momentary Victory and Heartbreaking Setback

After nine months, the warts disappeared for the first time. My body “consumed” them naturally, and there was no need for external removal. I thought we had won!

🍎 Feeling very relieved, after many months of a restrictive diet, I allowed myself to enjoy fruits during the summer. After all, I was healthy, right?

💔 Within two months, the warts returned with a vengeance. I was deeply disappointed. The sadness was overwhelming – all that effort, all those sacrifices… for nothing.

Breakthrough Discovery – Biorezonance Showed the Way

I conducted a biorezonance test to check for fungal presence. The biorezonance indicated four active mold infections. Later, a blood test for fungal DNA confirmed what the biorezonance showed, and a mycotoxins test completed the picture.

🔍 Then everything began to make sense:

1. - Mold in the lungs and sinuses
  - Constant mycotoxin production
  - Chronic immunosuppression
  - Impaired and disturbed immune system
  - Inability to eliminate viruses

The Truth About the Hidden Enemy

Now I understand why the antiviral protocol wasn’t working:

🍄 Mycotoxins caused immunosuppression. Despite the intensive support for my body, I was regaining my independence – but only partially.

🍯 Sugar in the form of fruits effectively nourished the mold and weakened my immunity, allowing the virus to return even stronger.

This perfectly confirms everything I have learned so far – a hidden pathogen was hindering my full recovery.

Diagnosing, learning, and overcoming the issue took me a total of six years since my health collapsed. Of course, there were better and worse moments when I was functioning very well.

⚠️ But just a slight deviation from the diet and stopping the herbs, and the problem returned. This should not happen to a healthy person – it was a clear sign that something fundamental was wrong.

A Lifelong Lesson

The greatest discovery was understanding that:

1. 1. Standard diagnostics often fail with hidden fungal infections

Frequently Asked Questions about the Mold and Immune System 🌿

Surface symptoms (HPV) can mask a deeper issue (mold), and a viral infection attacks the body because the system is already weakened. It is a result of a deeper problem.
Without removing the root cause (mycotoxins), treating the symptoms is destined to fail or become extremely difficult.
Sugar in any form can negate months of progress in treatment.

Today I am full of strength, and my immune system functions as it should – although it took me 6 years of learning, mistakes, and discoveries to get here. The knowledge I share with you can shorten your journey back to health by years.

❓ FAQs on Mycotoxins and Immune Health

🤔 How can I check if mycotoxins are affecting my immune system?

The best first step is a urine mycotoxin test at a qualified laboratory. I also recommend:

A reliable biorezonance test,
An antibody test against molds

Keep in mind that standard immune tests often miss subtle disruptions caused by mycotoxins.

For instance, I have a friend whose urine mycotoxin test results were off the charts, yet blood tests for antibodies showed nothing.

💊 Can medication help with mycotoxin-induced immunosuppression?

Conventional medicine typically focuses on symptoms rather than causes:

Steroids may further weaken immunity
Antibiotics destroy the gut microbiome, which can lead to further fungal growth in cases of fungal infections.
Antifungal drugs – THEY DAMAGE THE LIVER – CHECK THE RESEARCH – THERE’S PLENTY. Antifungal drugs should be a last resort.

The most effective approach combines conventional medicine (for diagnosis) with natural methods (to address causes).

📚 Valuable Resources

Books for further reading:

“Mold Warriors” – Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker
“Toxic” – Neil Nathan

🌟 Final Words

Remember, regaining health after mycotoxin-induced immunosuppression is possible. My story is proof that even after years of suffering, it’s possible to rebuild the body’s natural immunity.

The key is perseverance, proper knowledge, and a holistic approach. Don’t give up if doctors say “everything is fine” – often the issue lies in areas where standard medicine doesn’t look.

Your immune system has an incredible capacity for regeneration – you just need to provide the right conditions and support.

📖 References

Clinical Studies on Humans

1. Jiang, Y. et al. (2005) – “Aflatoxin B1 albumin adduct levels and cellular immune status in Ghanaians”
  - DOI: 10.1093/intimm/dxh262
  - PMID: 15944194
  - Link: https://academic.oup.com/intimm/article/17/6/807/671262
2. Turner, P.C. et al. (2003) – “Modification of immune function through exposure to dietary aflatoxin in Gambian children”
  - DOI: 10.1289/ehp.5753
  - PMID: 12573908
  - Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1241353/

Molecular Mechanisms Research

1. 1. Pestka, J.J. et al. (2010) – “Mechanisms of Deoxynivalenol-Induced Gene Expression and Apoptosis”
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