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• Link between dementia and MCS?
  Dear Dr. Rea, Wondering if you or others have seen a link between MCS and dementia, especially if it is untreated and exposures are not avoided.
• Best window materials for MCS?
  Dear Dr. Rea, I am extremely chemically sensitive and it is necessary for me to replace the windows in my home. How do I choose windows that will be the least reactive to me?
• Physician to treat phenol sensitivity in Kansas
  Dear Dr. Rea, Is it possible to eliminate a phenol sensitivity by taking graduated exposures over time? Can you recommend an allergist in Kansas to help me with this?
• Face and eye burning with MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, I have been diagnosed with MCS by 3 different specialists; however, none have addressed the burning in my face and eyes after an exposure.
• My experience with an Earthing sheet
  I had an immediate, powerfully positive response to the Earthing bedsheet during a recent stay at a retreat center that offers all its guests an Earthing experience. I ordered my own sheet online the very next day.
• Can toxic mold cause MCS?
  Dear Dr. Rea, I have read that only a few types of molds are known to cause MCS. Could Aspergillus fumigatus potentially cause or contribute to MCS?
• Boosting serotonin levels for MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, In one of your past Q and A's, you state that "serotonin is frequently more effective for headaches and gastrointestinal reactions." I have G-I reactions to chemical exposures, and I'm wondering how I can increase my serotonin level.
• Emergency help for MCS housing crisis
  Dear Dr. Rea, I have severe MCS, much worse due to a recent "engineered wood" floor that was to replace the previous bad carpet. I need either a place that doesn't make me sick or treatment that will allow me to tolerate my place.
• Dr. Rea’s thoughts on MCS brain retraining programs
  Dear Dr. Rea, Are you familiar with brain retraining treatments for MCS, CFS, FMS and related conditions, and how do you feel about them given your knowledge of the biology of these illnesses?
• How to win FREE non-toxic, organic stuff online!
  There are plenty of opportunities for chem-free freebies on Facebook, Twitter, blogs and other online venues.
• Marketing help for those wanting to start an online biz
  Registration for Marie Forleo's legendary Rich, Happy and Hot B-School 2013 opens today!
• Mast cell disease and MCS – are they related?
  Dear Dr. Rea, My daughter has mast cell activation disease and is reactive to smells, foods, drugs, etc. How are mast cell disease and MCS related, or do they overlap?
• $100 Hope Grants for homeless MCS and EHS people
  A private, anonymous donor is awarding $100 cash grants to people who are homeless due to chemical and//or electromagnetic sensitivity. Applications are due by March 25, 2013.
• WiFi blocking wallpaper available soon
  French researchers have designed wallpaper that can selectively filter out WiFi signals without interfering with radio or cellphone signals.
• Environmental medicine M.D. in New York City
  Dear Dr. Rea, I live in NYC and have what I believe is chemical sensitivity. I am searching for someone who can help me locally here. Any help you can provide will be most appreciated.
• Safer anesthesia and materials for dental work
  Dear Dr. Rea, My 15 year old daughter needs dental work. Are there any anesthetics we need to avoid? And do you have any recommendations as far as filling materials for her teeth?
• The best little car corral in Arizona
  a how-to on protecting your vehicle from local critters that love to nest in your car engine - without the use of harmful chemicals
• $13.5K in Safe Oasis grants awarded to prevent MCS homelessness
  Housing non-profit re|shelter awarded $13,500 in Safe Oasis housing renovation grants last week.
• Make your online business idea profitable with B-School
  Want to work from home on your laptop, decide your own hours, and bring your change-the-world business idea to life? Then Marie Forleo's B-School might be just the thing for you. Enrollment closes tomorrow, Friday, May 25 at 3pm EST. Sign up now!
• Brainstorming about our survival
  A proposal for a 21st century hunter-gatherer economic model for the chronically ill, incorporating ideas from traditional micro-businesses and small women’s cooperatives, the local currency movement, transition towns and other creative ideas.
• Minerals for post-menopausal bone health
  Dear Susun, I know you like to use minerals for bone health after menopause. Can you talk more about that and share some recipes? Also, are hormonal supplements necessary when you reach menopause? Thank you for all your wisdom.
• Fierce Bodies: Non-toxic products for the fiercely natural
  Introducing Fierce Bodies, a new, start-up personal care product company committed to making products as natural and allergen-free as possible for those with sensitive skin and bodies.
• Re|shelter Holiday Auction: A call for in-kind donations
  Re|shelter, the non-profit 501(c)(3) charity recently formed to address the housing crisis for those displaced by disabling environmental intolerances, is planning their first fundraising event: a Holiday Auction on eBay.
• Throat hoarseness and constriction with MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, What causes your throat to go husky or hoarse upon exposures to chemicals - is it dangerous?
• My notes on the Byron White lyme disease interview
  Late stage lyme patient Candice shares her notes from the very informative September 4 Blog Talk Radio interview with Byron White Formulas founder, Byron White.
• Paleo dirty rice
  by Elana Amsterdam | Using anitoxidant rich low-carb cauliflower, this dirty rice recipe makes one heck of a savory Paleo side dish.
• Allergies, asthma and MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, Can I use allergy shots if I have MCS? What kind of organic supplements do you recommend for allergies and asthma?
• Beet and black bean chili
  by Kim Christensen | Easy to prepare, and full of protein, fiber, and loads of vitamins and minerals, this soup is ideal for a chilly night.
• Severe weight loss with MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, I have had MCS for 15 years and am challenged by poor nutrient absorption, resulting in an underweight condition of 30 pounds and low energy regardless of consumption.
• Paleo spiced nuts
  by Elana Amsterdam | With black pepper, chili powder and cumin, any nut lover will enjoy the supercharged flavor of these spicy nuts!
• Wood smoke and MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, We have Austin air purifier machines running full time but I am still being affected by the wood burning smoke from neighbors. Would the AirPura T600 for smoke be useful?
• Post-polio syndrome and environmental toxins
  Dear Dr. Rea, What is your latest thinking on post-polio syndrome and environmental toxins? Is there a connection between food sensitivities and post polio syndrome?
• Herbal treatment for dogs and cats with lyme
  Dear Stephen, Do you have any links for herbal treatments for dogs and cats with lyme?
• Strawberry sorbet
  by Elana Amsterdam | Loaded with wholesome vitamin C-rich, antiinflammatory strawberries, this sorbet is a perfectly refreshing dessert for any summer meal.
• Lung issues with MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, I have severe MCS, right bundle branch block and a breathing problem. Three CAT scans have shown a very small nodule and tree in bud inflammation in both lungs unchanged. How can I clear up the inflammation?
• What to eat when you can’t eat anything
  by Candice, late stage lyme sufferer | It's possible that my personal diet has the longest name out of all documented diets known to mankind.
• Arugula with raspberry vinaigrette
  by Elana Amsterdam | The flavors in this salad complement each other nicely --the sweet raspberries offset the sharp flavor of the savory (spicy) arugula.
• Slow heart with MCS
  Dear Dr. Rea, Since radiation treatment I am on a walker with a left leg brace and can not stand for more than ten minutes. Is there a way to check my heart without getting any more radiation?
• Doctor-induced horror herxes
  by David Jernigan, D.C., D.N.M. | A severe Herxheimer reaction (herx) is a sign of a poor lyme disease treatment plan and is unnecessary.
• Rhubarb-apple compote
  by Kim Christensen | Sweet and aromatic, this compote is excellent served warm or chilled. For a simple fruit dessert, it can be served alone, or spooned over yogurt or ice cream.