Guide for Food and Beverages During Mold and Mycotoxin Treatment

Presented by Dr. Andrew Campbell

• Over 100 published studies
• Lectured in multiple universities (e.g., University of Texas, University of Vancouver, Harvard, Oxford)
• Successfully treated nearly 16,000 patients for mold and mycotoxin effects
• Editor-in-Chief for several medical journals including Microbiology Research

Key Points on Food to Avoid

Artificial Food Dyes

• Found in: cereal, baked goods, candy, sports drinks, sodas, macaroni and cheese
• Derived from petroleum products
• Harmful to the body

Farm Salmon (Atlantic Salmon)

• Raised on unnatural diets (grains, antibiotics, other drugs)
• Flesh colored pink with synthetic dye

Brominated Vegetable Oil

• Found in: sports drinks, citrus-flavored sodas
• Contains toxic and corrosive chemicals

Olestra

• Found in: fat-free potato chips, french fries
• Inhibits vitamin absorption

Azodicarbonamide

• Found in: frozen dinners, boxed pasta, packaged baked goods, various breads
• Used to bleach flour, causes respiratory issues

Synthetic Hormones

• Found in: milk and dairy products (unless labeled hormone-free)
• Linked to several cancers

BHA and BHT

• Found in: cereal, gum, butter, meat, mixed nuts
• Preservatives linked to cancer

Arsenic in Poultry

• Used in chicken feed to boost growth and flesh color
• Classified as human carcinogen

Potassium Bromate

• Found in various bread products
• Causes kidney damage, cancer, nervous system damage

Ractopamine

• Given to pigs and sometimes beef
• Converts fat into meat causing human health risks

Simple Carbohydrates

• E.g., sugar, candy, syrup, juices, cereals, soft drinks, white bread
• Leads to insulin resistance and diabetes

Mercury in Fish

• Found in ahi tuna, swordfish, mackerel, tilefish, king mackerel, tuna sushi
• Affects brain health

Artificial Additives

• Avoid artificial flavorings, colorings, preservatives, sweeteners, soy, canned foods

Safe and Recommended Foods

General Recommendations

• Organic fruits and vegetables
• Variety of colors in veggies
• Berries (frozen or fresh)
• Local honey
• Organic chicken and beef
• Detoxifying plants (e.g., cilantro, cauliflower, broccoli, kale)

Cooking Methods

• Bake, broil, or boil (avoid fried foods)

Healthy Ingredients

• Olive oil for cooking and salads
• Probiotics (e.g., kimchi, sauerkraut)

Specific Foods

• Nuts, seeds, extra virgin olive oil
• Dark fruits (blueberries, blackberries)
• Artichokes, garlic, ginger, lemons, olives

Drinks

• Water from glass containers
• Avoid beer, liquor, tap water
• One glass of red wine a day for resveratrol benefits

Mycotoxins in Food and Beverage

• Most foods in developed countries are safe due to food safety regulations
• Small amounts of mycotoxins in food are typically excreted through urine
• Urine tests can show food intake mycotoxins
• Binders (e.g., activated charcoal, bentonite) not proven effective for humans, bind important nutrients
• Accurate tests for mycotoxins using Elisa method

Interesting Case Study

• Greek islander diagnosed with cancer survived 30+ years by switching to a Mediterranean diet, fresh foods, regular physical activity, and minimal processed foods

Contact

• Email: immune doctor at gmail.com

Conclusion

• Eat fresh, organic, and local when possible
• Understand the impact of food additives and contaminants on health