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Can Mold Cause a Sinus Infection? (From Someone Who Had 4 Sinus Surgeries)

Can mold cause a sinus infection? According to the 1999 Mayo Clinic “bombshell” report, almost all sinus infections also have a fungal component as well as bacteria. In fact, my Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor who specializes in fungal sinusitis taught me that bacteria is only a symptom of the real problem. That bacteria is […]

Meatball Soup (Kaufmann Diet Friendly)

At a loss for dinner ideas on the Kaufmann diet? This Meatball soup is Kaufmann diet friendly and packed with nutrients. This would be considered Kaufmann Phase 1 (also known as Kaufmann 1). For more information about the Kaufmann diet read my article titled What Can I Eat or visit KnowtheCause.com. Lastly, I was invited […]

Doug Kaufmann and Erin Porter pointing to a sign that says Know the Cause

The Link Between Autoimmune Disease and Mold Exposure

The link between autoimmune disease and mold exposure. If you landed here, you are probably wondering if there is a connection. I believe, as many do, there most certainly is. Autoimmune disease and its link to mold illness is nothing new to people who study mycology. The havoc and diseases mycotoxins (mold poisons) can create […]

Tomatoes Caprese (Kaufmann Diet Friendly)

These Oven Fried Green Tomatoes are grain free, gluten-free, and are Kaufmann diet friendly. If you are following Doug Kaufmann‘s diet this would be just fine on the Phase 2, also known as Kaufmann 2. If you are not sure what the Kaufmann diet is, I have a full explanation in my article titled What […]

How to Eat More Vegetables On the Kaufmann Diet

It seemed only natural to do a post regarding ways to eat more fruits and vegetables after my interviews with Supermodel Carol Alt, Joe Cross and Tommy Rosa. We all, at some point end up changing our eating habits when our health starts to slip away. In my case, I turned to the Kaufmann diet. […]

Chocolate Nut Crust (Kaufmann Diet Friendly)

This no bake chocolate nut crust takes less than 3 minutes to make and if you are following the Kaufmann diet, it would be considered Kaufmann 2 friendly. This chocolate nut crust is so versatile, lately I have been filling the crust with sugar free puddings and I also use it for my almond butter […]

Chocolate Brownies (Kaufmann Diet Friendly)

These Kaufmann diet friendly brownies make it hard to believe you have just given up wheat and sugar. When I realized my 20 year sinus infection was due to mold and not just bacteria, I knew I was going to have to make a life change because all the surgeries and antibiotics in the world […]

Kaufmann Diet Phase 1 Food List (With Delicious Recipes)

The fact that you are here to gather the Kaufmann diet Phase 1 food list is exciting! I embarked on this journey over 15 years ago due to decades of chronic illness. Unbeknownst to me, this illness misery was due to toxic mold I was exposed to as a teenager in Manhattan. I also didn’t […]

Stuffed Cabbage (Kaufmann Diet Friendly)

My stuffed cabbage is a great Kaufmann diet dinner recipe as it’s both savory and hearty. Believe me it will not make you feel deprived. If you are not sure what the Kaufmann diet is, it’s a diet similar to keto in which you are consuming less sugar and carbs. The Kaufmann diet is a […]

Does IV Therapy Work?

You may hear a lot about IV therapy for situations such as hangovers, but what about the role it plays when it comes to chronic illness? Many times mold, intestinal permeability (leaky gut), endless rounds of antibiotics, a tick bite, can rock our world and our once healthy selves are now struggling to recuperate from […]

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About Erin

About Erin

I have been fortunate to be featured on national Television including PBS American Health Journal, Know the Cause, CTN, ABC, NBC, CBS and more. I was sick for decades, endured many surgeries, took over 100 courses of antibiotics, and then I changed everything and everything changed. My book Eat Pray Get Well is about overcoming a tumultuous childhood, decades of chronic illness, and finding God in the process. Includes exclusive interviews with renowned Cardiologist Dr. Stephen Sinatra, Supermodel Carol Alt, Doug Kaufmann, and many more. Plus 55 gluten free recipes woven throughout.

Favorite Health Posts

Lyme Disease And Mold (What to Treat First)

Why Carol Alt Rarely Gets Sick Anymore (My Interview with Carol)

How to Recover from Mold Exposure And How Long Does it Take (Video)