[#41] Scary or not: What are PFAs ("Forever Chemicals") and How to Avoid Them? |
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In our quest for holistic wellness, setting boundaries for our health becomes paramount.
In this episode, I’m shedding light on the pervasive issue of "forever chemicals" and offering a roadmap to safeguard your well-being. Join me as I delve into the staggering truths about PFAS chemicals, the secrecy surrounding their dangers, and the industries that have profited from their unchecked use. From identifying everyday items that harbor high levels of PFAS to recommending high-quality water filtration systems, I’m here to equip you with the knowledge you need to protect yourself and your loved ones. Make sure you stay until the end because I also share info about an app that's a powerful tool for assessing the health impact of food products and cosmetics. I hope today’s episode helps empower you to make informed choices and embark on a path to holistic well-being! In today’s episode, we cover: [00:01:34] The topic of "forever chemicals" and its significance. [00:08:41] Importance of trusted sources [00:15:42] Brief history of forever chemicals [00:20:36] Forever chemicals are getting into nearly all of the living organisms in the world [00:25:13] Drinking water as the source of PFAS exposure [00:29:09] The health risks that are significant to understand and know about PFAS [00:35:44] What items contain above the safe amount of PFAS? [00:49:07] Water solutions and recommendations Resources mentioned S01E20 Macronutrients: All About Protein (https://rss.com/podcasts/rebelwellness/951139/) S01E21 Macronutrients: All About Carbohydrates (https://rss.com/podcasts/rebelwellness/960336/) S01E22 Macronutrients: All About Fats (https://rss.com/podcasts/rebelwellness/970193/) The Environmental Working Group https://www.ewg.org/ Yuka app https://yuka.io/en/ Protecting against ‘forever chemicals’ (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/protecting-against-forever-chemicals/) ‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Everywhere. What Are They Doing to Us? (https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/16/magazine/pfas-toxic-chemicals.html) Get your FREE Grocery Guide (https://stan.store/kailes/p/get-my-macrofriendly-grocery-list-template) at https://stan.store/kailes Your Hormone Balance Testing (https://www.yourhormonebalance.com/) [Code: REBELWELLNESS15] Sprout Living (https://go.sproutliving.com/coachedbykailes) [Code: CBK20] Iconic Protein (https://www.drinkiconic.com/) [Code: CBK15] Connect with me: @kaileighlauren (https://www.instagram.com/kaileighlauren/) // @RebelWellnessPodcast (http://instagram.com/rebelwellnesspodcast) Quotes: Forever chemicals are legit, they are a real thing, they're a real issue and they're bad enough that now our government is finally starting to respond to the risk factors, |