Hi Reader, In the upcoming month, our Salugenex theme invites you to marinate in the good. So often, our days rush by and even our happiest moments fade before we’ve fully felt them. But when we pause to truly savor a positive emotion or experience for just thirty seconds, we can profoundly influence our well-being. Savoring is a practice that also optimizes our heart rate variability and coherence, or union of body, mind and heart, for enhanced resilience and performance. As a certified...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, If you had hoped to join the Equipped to Overcome CIRS (ETOC) live cohort that started earlier this month but didn’t quite make it (whether the timing wasn’t right, the price felt out of reach, or the idea of group learning felt intimidating) I completely understand. Life is full, and healing is already a lot. That’s exactly why I created a self-paced version of this program (aka Complete CIRS Empowerment Kit), so you can still access everything I teach in the live cohort, on your...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Over the years, I’ve had the honor of supporting many of you through group coaching programs, online courses, and community spaces like the CIRS Healing Collective and Salugenex. But something I haven’t highlighted yet is that I also offer one-on-one consultations for those who feel they could use more personal guidance on their wellness journey. If you’re navigating CIRS (or supporting a loved one who is), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The decisions pile up fast: testing,...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, One of the hardest parts of navigating a chronic illness is knowing that something is wrong in your body, but not having clear answers. Blood labs, stool tests, and even MRIs can be very useful in identifying concerning patterns and getting on the right treatment path. But oftentimes, questions remain… Why am I still so tired despite doing all the things? Is there an infection that we’ve missed? Is PTSD holding me back? Am I reacting to a new biotoxin? Is my body ready to start...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Today is World Mental Health Day, and I’ve been thinking a lot about how many of us (especially those navigating chronic illness) know what it’s like to carry an invisible weight. Whether it’s burnout, anxiety, depression, or the deep fatigue that comes with complex conditions like CIRS, too often the emotional toll is overlooked or brushed aside. And when we do ask for help, what we’re offered rarely feels like enough. But that does not have to be your reality. Dr. Melissa Mondala...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, If you struggle with concerning symptoms that doctors are stumped by, or if you believe you may be sick from mold exposure or Lyme Disease, this podcast episode will give you great hope, direction with next steps, and maybe even some laughs! I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Dr. Rob Downey for his podcast called “Field Notes,” all about Functional Medicine. Dr. Downey invited me to share about my family’s downfall into chronic illness while trying on the organic...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, On Saturday, September 20, 2025, join us for the one-day IBD/CIRS Summit, a free, patient oriented online event created to educate, support, and empower families. If you or someone you love is navigating Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD is a common symptom of CIRS), this event is definitely for you. AND you might find some of the topics or speakers (listed below) to be valuable, even if IBD is not something you personally navigate. Reserve your free spot now. Learn how CIRS can...
8 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Chances are, you already use dust sampling to monitor the inflammatory burden of mold and bacteria in your home, school and work. Kudos to you! We all know that these exposures can prevent healing or instigate a CIRS relapse. Step One of any mold illness protocol is to minimize our exposure! The most common hurdle I hear is, of course, the cost. I have really great news. I secured a rare and significant 15% discount with Envirobiomics for all of us! Woohoohoo!! It is technically a...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, When we realize that our pain and fatigue stem from our amazing immune system trying its best to protect us from toxic overload, it’s common to start connecting dots and asking more questions. Is it mold or bacteria in my home? Is it my perfume, personal care products, or cleaning products? Is it something I’m eating or drinking? Could my breast implants be making me sick? If you ever wondered where these toxic exposures overlap, and what the wisest steps would be to unravel the...
9 months ago • 1 min read