Root Cause Radio Ep 191- Small Particle Cleaning, Dr. Shoemaker vs Dr. Campbell Mold Toxicity Treatments, CIRS, and Mold Remediation with Katie Driessens
Dec 10, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Katie Driessens, a registered dietitian and expert in mold-related illness, shares her personal journey coping with mold toxicity and Lyme disease. She delves into the differing treatment approaches of Dr. Shoemaker and Dr. Campbell, emphasizing the importance of individualized care. Katie also explores the nuances of small particle cleaning and effective mold remediation techniques. With practical advice on what to keep or toss and thoughts on urine mycotoxin testing, she highlights the multifaceted approach needed to combat mold issues.
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Personal Mold Discovery And Recovery
- Katie Driessens lost health after moving into a moldy house and only found the problem on a third inspection.
- Her family had different symptoms and remediation plus treatment eventually led to recovery.
Mold vs SIRS As Different Layers
- Katie frames mold as an umbrella where SIRS is one possible outcome, not the sole diagnosis.
- She stresses testing to determine if biotoxins triggered a chronic inflammatory response.
Start With A Visual Contrast Test
- Do a free VCS (visual contrast sensitivity) screen as an initial biotoxin exposure check.
- Follow a positive VCS with targeted labs to confirm and refine diagnosis.