Is Your Coffee Making You Sick? Mold, Toxins & What to Avoid

You wake up, reach for your coffee, and rely on that first sip to power your day—but what if your daily brew is secretly working against you? In this solo episode, Jen breaks down what’s really in your coffee: from mold and pesticides to plastic and toxins leaching from pods. She also reveals exactly what to look for in a clean cup—from roasting practices to third-party testing—and names nine coffee brands that go the extra mile. If you’re relying on sugar-laden creamers to mask the bitter taste or feeling jittery and bloated after your morning cup, this episode will open your eyes to what’s really brewing.

Key Takeaways:

• Coffee should just be coffee — no mold, pesticides, plastic, or toxins
• That bitter taste? It’s likely low-quality beans or contaminated coffee
• Pod users beware — hot water over plastic can leach chemicals into your drink
• Organic ≠ mold-free — look for brands that test for mycotoxins and toxins
• Common symptoms of tainted coffee include bloating, fatigue, IBS, and jitters
• Creamers can be the real problem too — loaded with gums, fillers, and oils
• Clean coffee is a great first step — but full results come from clean eating overall

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