# Mold and Oxalates: Why You Should Watch for These Two Compounds

**By Teri Cochrane** · 2023-10-02

![Mold from autumn leaves can exacerbate allergies.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0319/0960/9603/files/mold-oxalates-300.png?v=1696268344)

Fall is here, and with it comes beautiful foliage, cozy sweaters, and... mold season.

But did you know that there's a surprising connection between oxalates and mold sensitivities that might make you think twice about your autumn menu?

[Mold](https://myvillagegreen.com/blogs/post/4-effective-tips-for-autumn-allergies?_pos=8&_sid=be1bc5be0&_ss=r), which can thrive in damp environments, releases mycotoxins. These harmful compounds can wreak havoc on our health, especially if we have mold sensitivities. But here's the twist: oxalates, those compounds found in various foods, can make the situation even worse!

[Oxalates](https://myvillagegreen.com/blogs/post/7-tips-to-reduce-oxalates-in-your-diet?_pos=1&_sid=4a13eec31&_ss=r) have a unique ability to bind to minerals like calcium, acting like a magnet for them in our bodies. When we consume oxalate-rich foods, these compounds can accumulate, making it challenging for our bodies to properly detoxify and manage mycotoxins.

**Tags:** Category_Diet, Category_Health Concerns, mold, oxalates

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> Source: [Village Green Apothecary](https://myvillagegreen.com/blogs/post/mold-and-oxalates-why-you-should-watch-for-these-two-compounds)