Mold refers to a type of fungus that can grow indoors and outdoors. It often thrives in damp and humid environments and can be found in various forms and colors. While some molds are harmless, others can produce mycotoxins, which are toxic substances that can be harmful to humans and animals if ingested, inhaled, or come into contact with the skin.

Environmental toxins, on the other hand, are substances found in the environment that can be harmful to living organisms, including humans. These toxins can be natural or man-made and may be present in air, water, soil, or food. They can include pollutants, heavy metals, pesticides, chemicals, and various other substances that, when encountered in significant amounts, can have detrimental effects on health and the environment. 

Mold and environmental toxins can have a range of detrimental effects on health. Mold exposure may lead to respiratory problems, allergies, and, in cases of toxic mold, more severe health issues such as neurological symptoms and immune system suppression. Environmental toxins can result in acute poisoning with symptoms like nausea and vomiting, or, with chronic exposure, lead to conditions like cancer, reproductive and developmental issues, immune system suppression, and organ damage. 

Detoxification, often referred to as detox, is a natural and essential process that the body undergoes to eliminate or neutralize harmful substances, often toxins or waste products, from the body. The natural pathways of detoxification can be enhanced and activated through different mechanisms. The body’s major organs involved in detoxification include the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal system, lymphatics and sweat glands. Detoxification processes typically involve metabolizing and excreting toxins in urine, feces, and sweat. There are different diets and interventions aimed at supporting the body’s natural detoxification processes, depending on the detox capacity, type of toxin involved and specific organs that are being optimized to carry out the process.