Toxic Molds, Fossil Fuels, Antibiotics Linked to Chemical Intolerance
September 1, 2023
What initiates chemical intolerance (CI)? In a newly released survey of thousands of U.S. adults, respondents most frequently cited exposures to biological sources, such as mold and algae “blooms,” and/or fossil fuels, their combustion products and syn …
Study of Interest: Landscape of Mast Cell Populations across Organs in Mice and Humans
August 22, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important external study: “Landscape of Mast Cell Populations across Organs in Mice and Humans” from researchers at the Toulouse Institute f …
Interactive Poster: Do Fragrances Compromise Your Health?
August 10, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important interactive poster on fragrances and health: “Do Fragrances Compromise Your Health” from the Fragrance Free Coalition. View the in …
Psychologists and Psychiatrists: How to Recognize Chemical Intolerance in Patients
July 18, 2023
Psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers need to understand chemical intolerance and be able to rule it out in their patients and make appropriate referrals, said Dr. Claudia Miller, allergist/immunologist, professor emeritus, and leader of the …
Psychologists and Psychiatrists: How to Recognize Chemical Intolerance in Patients
July 18, 2023
Psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers need to understand chemical intolerance and be able to rule it out in their patients and make appropriate referrals, said Dr. Claudia Miller, allergist/immunologist, professor emeritus, and leader of the …
Article of Interest: Best Non-Toxic Fashion Brands For Chemically Sensitive People
July 14, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important external article: “The Best Non-Toxic Fashion Brands For Chemically Sensitive People” from EcoCult. But toxic chemicals in fashion …
Article of Interest: Best Non-Toxic Fashion Brands For Chemically Sensitive People
July 14, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important external article: “The Best Non-Toxic Fashion Brands For Chemically Sensitive People” from EcoCult. But toxic chemicals in fashion …
Article of Interest: Mothballs, A Short History and Guide For Use
July 12, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important external article: “Mothballs: A Short History & Guide For Use” from Rinse. Clothing care has evolved over time as trends and t …
Article of Interest: Mothballs, A Short History and Guide For Use
July 12, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important external article: “Mothballs: A Short History & Guide For Use” from Rinse. Clothing care has evolved over time as trends and t …
Study of Interest: Significance of Conversation between Mast Cells and Nerves
June 16, 2023
Our team at the Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT) Program at UT Health San Antonio wanted to share this important external study: “Significance of Conversation between Mast Cells and Nerves” from researchers at St. Joseph’s Healthcare and McMas …
How chemically sensitive are you?
Answer these three questions from the Brief Environmental Exposure and Sensitivity Inventory (BREESI):
- Do you feel sick when you are exposed to tobacco smoke, certain fragrances, nail polish/remover, engine exhaust, gasoline, air fresheners, pesticides, paint/thinner, fresh tar/asphalt, cleaning supplies, new carpet or furnishings? By sick, we mean: headache, difficulty thinking, difficulty breathing, weakness, dizziness, upset stomach, etc.
- Are you unable to tolerate or do you have adverse or allergic reactions to any drugs or medications (such as antibiotics, anesthetics, pain relievers, X-ray contrast dye, vaccines or birth control pills), or to an implant, prosthesis, contraceptive chemical or device, or other medical/surgical/dental material or procedure?
- Are you unable to tolerate or do you have adverse reactions to any foods such as dairy products, wheat, corn, eggs, caffeine, alcoholic beverages, or food additives (e.g., MSG, food dye)?
If you answer YES to any of these three questions, take the Quick Environmental Exposure and Sensitivity Inventory (QEESI) and share the results with your doctor!