#187: Balancing Hormones and Health with Low-Tox Living

2023-10-19

This episode is sponsored by PearsonRavitz– an agency dedicated to supporting physicians on their journey to getting the right insurance. In this conversation, Alexx Stuart discusses the impact of ultra-processed foods on health, the importance of transitioning from products to produce in our diets, and the significance of eliminating synthetic fragrances in personal care products. She emphasizes the role of phthalates in disrupting hormones and fertility. The conversation provides insights into the journey of...

This episode is sponsored by PearsonRavitz– an agency dedicated to supporting physicians on their journey to getting the right insurance.

In this conversation, Alexx Stuart discusses the impact of ultra-processed foods on health, the importance of transitioning from products to produce in our diets, and the significance of eliminating synthetic fragrances in personal care products. She emphasizes the role of phthalates in disrupting hormones and fertility. The conversation provides insights into the journey of low-tox living and how it can lead to improved well-being.

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00:00:16 Importance of questioning healthcare practices.

00:08:49 Importance of natural, toxin-free living.

00:14:49 Understanding the history and ethics of processed food can help overcome unhealthy cravings.

00:19:40 Prioritize water and clean up breakfast and dinner.

00:22:47 Transition to real food gradually.

00:29:28 Avoid synthetic fragrances for health.

00:36:30 Eliminate synthetic fragrances for health.

00:39:12 Reduce artificial fragrances at home.

00:49:58. Prevent mold with proper humidity control.

00:51:13 Focus on gratitude and positivity.

Bio:

Alexx Stuart coined the term 'low tox' in 2009, founding the online education platform Low Tox Life shortly afterward. 2 published books, 350 podcast episodes on the Low Tox Life podcast, 10 E-Courses and over 300 blog posts later, the Low Tox Life is a thriving online community coming from a place of our overlaps and empowerment, rather than judgement or silos. We all have far more in common than we have differences, and we're all at different stages and capacities when it comes to bringing in positive changes into our daily lives.

Alexx is a sought after speaker and consultant in the health and environment space and all resources can be found at the following links:

Website: lowtoxlife.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowtoxlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lowtoxlife And the Low Tox Life Podcast - on Audible, Spotify, iTunes and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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