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Top Essential Oils For Toxic Mold Exposure

Lemongrass, Fennel, and Caraway. These essential oils have been shown to help stop the growth of mold.3 Adding these to your diet is beneficial since mycotoxins could be microscopically showing up in your food.

Lemon Balm, Sage, Coriander, Thyme, Cinnamon, and Peppermint. All of these have been shown to be beneficial in stopping some mycotoxins.4

Lemon and Clove. These have studies backing them that show how they can help mold from spreading.5

Thyme. This herb has been used for centuries. Now science backs up the benefits of using this essential oil.6 Thyme essential oil is rich in thymol—a terpene that is an especially active anti-spasmodic that can help reduce coughs.7

Tea Tree Oil. Also known as Melaleuca, Tea Tree Oil is a powerful anti-fungal. It is often used for treating small mold issues on fabrics and countertops. Add it to a spray bottle with some water and spray your shower walls. It can also be used to heal skin irritations.

Clove. Clove extract and clove oil have studies showing they stop fungus.7 This essential oil is also beneficial for the immune system.