The Genius Life 428: The True Dangers of Industrial Additives in Our Water and Food Supply | Yvonne Burkart, PhD
Oct 14, 2024
Dr. Yvonne Burkart, a board-certified toxicologist with over 15 years of experience, sheds light on the hidden dangers of industrial additives in our food and water. She discusses harmful pollutants lurking in both tap and bottled water, spotlighting the Flint water crisis as a cautionary tale. The conversation also critiques U.S. chemical safety regulations compared to Europe’s standards, advocating for a low-tox lifestyle. Burkart emphasizes the importance of being informed about food ingredients, organic produce, and the health impacts of pesticides, encouraging proactive consumer awareness.
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Water Filtration
- Invest in a good quality water filter to remove contaminants from your drinking water.
- Avoid exclusive consumption of tap water, especially if you haven't checked your local water report for contaminants.
Bottled Water Concerns
- Bottled water isn't necessarily a safer alternative to tap water.
- Bottled water often contains microplastics and endocrine disruptors leached from the plastic bottle.
Water Purification Methods
- Boil tap water to remove up to 80% of microplastics and nanoplastics.
- Adding lemon juice to water can prevent the formation of harmful disinfection byproducts.