Camilla Thompson is a fellow biohacker and wellness coach. She shares her journey into biohacking, starting with her own health struggles and eventual diagnosis of mould poisoning. She discusses the importance of personalised health and the need for more education and access to healthcare.
The conversation also touches on the state of health and wellness in Australia, the rise of obesity and chronic diseases, and the influence of big food companies.
We share our favourite biohacks, including hydration, fasting, sauna, cold showers, and supplements like NMN and magnesium.
We discuss various biohacking techniques and our personal experiences with different hacks. We talk about the importance of quality supplements, the potential risks of certain biohacks, and our excitement for the Biohacking Conference in Dallas.
Episode Summary
In this episode of BiohackHER, Camilla Thompson shares her deeply personal journey from chronic illness to recovery through biohacking. After years of unexplained symptoms, Camilla was eventually diagnosed with mould poisoning — a condition that had been slowly undermining her health through exposure to toxic mould in her rental property.
Camilla discusses the importance of personalised health approaches, explaining why cookie-cutter solutions often fail for mould-affected individuals. She advocates for greater education and access to mould-literate healthcare providers, highlighting that Australia’s high humidity and aging housing stock make mould illness a widespread but underrecognised problem.
Key Takeaways
- Hydration is foundational: Proper hydration supports every detoxification pathway in the body. Camilla recommends filtered water with added electrolytes for optimal cellular function.
- Intermittent fasting aids detoxification: Giving your digestive system regular breaks through intermittent fasting can enhance your body’s ability to clear mycotoxins and reduce systemic inflammation.
- Sauna therapy accelerates recovery: Regular infrared sauna use helps mobilise and excrete mycotoxins through sweat. Start slowly and build up duration over time to avoid herxheimer reactions.
- Cold water exposure builds resilience: Cold showers and ice baths stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation and improve mitochondrial function — all crucial for mould recovery.
- Quality supplements make a difference: NMN, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids and targeted binders like cholestyramine or activated charcoal can support the body’s detoxification processes. Work with a qualified practitioner to find the right protocol.
- Chronic disease in Australia is rising: Obesity and chronic illness rates continue to climb, and undiagnosed mould exposure may be a significant contributing factor that mainstream medicine overlooks.
About This Episode
This episode features Camilla Thompson, founder of MouldSafe and a certified biohacking wellness coach. Camilla’s recovery from mould toxicity inspired her to create MouldSafe, helping Australian families identify and eliminate mould from their homes through professional testing and remediation.
If you’re experiencing unexplained health issues and suspect mould may be involved, visit our mould illness page or contact us for a comprehensive mould assessment.