What if your dream home was slowly poisoning you and your kids—and you didn’t even know it?
In this eye-opening episode, host Katherine Williams sits down with wife, mother, and health warrior Julia Albritton, who shares her family’s jaw-dropping journey through toxic mold exposure and the chronic illnesses it triggered. From mysterious symptoms like brain fog and migraines to full-blown autoimmune diagnoses like Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Hashimoto’s, POTS, and Lyme, Julia’s story is a masterclass in advocating for your family’s health when the answers just don’t add up.
She opens up about the emotional toll, medical gaslighting, and the intense detox path her family took after mold was found in not one—but two—of their homes.
This episode is a must-listen for moms navigating mystery symptoms, chronic fatigue, or simply feeling dismissed by doctors. Julia not only breaks down what worked for their healing (think binders, infrared saunas, and mitochondrial support), but she also reminds us that healing is possible when you listen to your gut—literally and figuratively.
Key Topics Covered
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Julia’s story: how hidden mold led to multiple chronic illnesses
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The wide range of symptoms her family experienced
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Diagnoses that finally brought clarity: Lyme, Epstein Barr, Hashimoto’s, and more
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Holistic detox steps that helped their recovery
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How mold impacts different family members in unique ways
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Tips for checking hidden mold in your home
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The emotional and spiritual journey of healing
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The importance of finding supportive health practitioners and community
About the Guest:
Julia Albritton is a passionate voice in the chronic illness community and a mom of four who’s walked the long road of environmental illness and healing. Her mission is to educate and empower families to look deeper when something feels “off,” and to offer hope and holistic resources for navigating mold exposure and autoimmune conditions.
Recommended Action:
If you or a loved one is experiencing unexplained symptoms, consider speaking with a functional medicine doctor and exploring potential environmental factors like mold. Your health is worth fighting for.
Connect with Host Katherine Williams:
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