{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64753e790754340012f0ff9e/6a1810c069630795d88ca174?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"483. Preventing common health hazards in your home with Dr Nicole Bijlsma","description":"<p>This week, I’m joined by Dr Nicole Bijlsma for a deep dive into the invisible threats in our homes and how to minimise risk: mold, electromagnetic fields (EMFs), dust mites, and poor air quality, and how they’re so often missed by doctors and naturopaths alike.</p><ul><li>Nicole shared her powerful story of turning personal health battles into a mission to educate others, emphasising that <strong>exposure history is the key to uncovering root causes of chronic illness</strong>.</li><li>We tackled the alarming effects of Wi-Fi and baby monitors on sleep, with Nicole’s groundbreaking research showing how even adults are impacted by EMFs: disrupting non-REM sleep and increasing insomnia risk within just seven nights.</li><li>Practical, actionable advice: <strong>HEPA vacuums, hard-wired tech, and proper ventilation</strong> are non-negotiables, especially in humid climates like Sydney. Nicole also broke down how to manage dust mites, maintain mattresses, and avoid steam cleaning carpets (a hidden mold risk!).</li><li>There’s hope on the horizon: <strong>New Work Health and Safety legislation now classifies mold as a biological hazard</strong>, giving renters and homeowners stronger rights to demand proper remediation.</li><li>Nicole’s call to action? <strong>Educate yourself, document everything, and push back using the right language</strong> because your health is worth the fight.</li></ul><p>This episode is packed with eye-opening insights and tools to help you create a safer, healthier home. Don’t miss it!</p><p>Alexx Stuart</p><p>Your Host, Low Tox Life</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Fancy a few more podcasts we’ve done over the years, related to this one?</strong></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.lowtoxlife.com/podcast-52-electromagnetic-frequencies-with-building-biologist-nicole-bijlsma/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Podcast #52: Electromagnetic frequencies with Building Biologist Nicole Bijlsma</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.lowtoxlife.com/show-145-nicole-bijlsma-on-the-potential-dangers-of-5g/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Show #145: Nicole Bijlsma on the potential dangers of 5G</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Want to learn more about this week’s guest?&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Website:<strong> </strong><a href=\"http://www.buildingbiology.com.au\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.buildingbiology.com.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"http://www.instagram.com/homehealthdoc/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.instagram.com/homehealthdoc/</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Facebook: <a href=\"http://www.facebook.com/nicolebijlsma1/?fref=ts\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.facebook.com/nicolebijlsma1/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thank you to this month’s show <strong>partners</strong> for joining us to help you make your low tox swaps!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/waterscofilters/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@waterscofilters</a> giving you additional cashback on any new system you buy on subscription. 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