Case Study: A Family’s Journey from Toxic Air to Total Relief
Background
Three years ago, the Medina family moved into what they thought would be their forever home. But almost immediately, their health began to deteriorate. The mother Blanca, two months pregnant with her third child, experienced an unusually difficult pregnancy, marked by constant illness. Her two-year-old developed sudden and severe asthma, often waking in the night struggling to breathe. Her three-year-old began exhibiting neurological symptoms later identified as PANS/PANDAS.
The Hidden Problem
After months of unexplained symptoms and numerous home inspections, the source of their health issues was finally discovered: a hidden leak in the plenum of their HVAC system had allowed toxic black mold—Chaetomium—to grow and spread through the ductwork. Chaetomium is a water-damage mold known to produce the toxic mycotoxin sterigmatocystin. The family was forced to replace the entire system, including all ductwork and the plenum.
The SuperStratum Solution
Following remediation, the Medina family knew the importance of detoxifying the home from residual mycotoxins. The family turned to SuperStratum’s three-step detox system to ensure their home was safe.
- Clean: They began by fogging their entire home with Superstratum Building Cleaner. The impact was immediate—they claimed “the air felt noticeably lighter and cleaner.” Building Cleaner is a unique HE-HOCl cleaner that is proven to destroy mycotoxins left behind from mold.
- Gas: Next, they deployed the Superstratum Deodor Bombs. These chlorine dioxide gas bombs reach every corner and crevice of the home, eliminating lingering mold odors, VOCs, and mycotoxins.
- Coat: Finally, they applied Superstratum Endurance Coating in all the areas where moisture might reappear. Endurance Coating’s water-resistant invisible film completely resists the growth of mold on any surface.
They made a habit of regularly cleaning walls and bedrooms with Superstratum’s Everyday Cleaner—especially during allergy season—leveraging the power of HE-HOCl to maintain a fresh and balanced environment.
The Results
By not just remediating mold, but by detoxifying the home, the effect on the family’s overall health was immediate and pronounced. The Medina family reported:
- Their two-year-old’s asthma symptoms completely disappeared
- Their three-year-old no longer showed signs of PANS/PANDAS
- The mother’s postpartum recovery improved significantly compared to previous pregnancies
- The entire family now breathes easier, sleeps better, and feels healthier in their home
A Lasting Impact
The Medina family continues to use SuperStratum’s products as part of their regular home maintenance routine. They’ve shared their experience with friends and community members, becoming passionate advocates for toxin-free living.
“Clean air and a mycotoxin free home is necessary, and I’m so thankful to have found a safe and effective solution.”
