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Protecting Our Children from Chemical Toxins - David Steinman : 1166

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May 28, 2024

David Steinman, an environmental journalist and activist with over 30 years of experience, discusses the alarming presence of chemical toxins in our food supply. He reveals the significant health risks these substances pose to pregnant women and children. Steinman shares practical tips for reducing exposure, advocates for organic foods, and discusses the effectiveness of water filtration. He emphasizes the importance of informed consumer choices and the role of community initiatives in promoting healthier options for future generations.

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ADVICE

Water Filtration Advice

Filter your drinking water with faucet filters and pitcher filters like ZeroWater.
Add a shower filter and a garden hose filter to further reduce exposure.

ADVICE

Choose Organic Foods

Buy organic foods whenever possible, especially common staples.
Organic food is now more affordable and significantly cleaner than conventional options.

ANECDOTE

Hairdresser Baby Boom

During the pandemic, hairdressers experienced a baby boom.
This was linked to reduced exposure to quaternium compounds in hair products, highlighting their impact on fertility.

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In this episode, environmental journalist and seasoned activist David Steinman, with over 30 years of experience fighting against chemical toxins, shares his expertise on the impact of these harmful substances in our food supply. He highlights the serious health risks they pose, particularly to pregnant women and children, and offers practical tips on how to shield oneself and future generations from these dangers. Steinman delves into the benefits of organic foods, the effectiveness of water filtration, and the impact of making informed consumer choices.

Through insights from his latest book, "Raising Healthy Kids," he equips listeners with the necessary tools to reduce toxin exposure and advocate for a healthier lifestyle. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge on how to safeguard your health and the environment from chemical toxins.

Timestamps:

(00:00:00) Introduction to the Crisis in America’s Food System

(00:01:12) Introduction of David Steinman

(00:02:22) Discussion on "The Better Baby Book"

(00:05:09) The Impact of Pesticides on Fertility

(00:10:20) Practical Advice on Water Filtration

(00:21:03) The Importance of Organic Foods

(00:35:30) Political Influence on Environmental Safety

(00:39:46) Hope for Environmental Change

(00:41:57) Personal Choices in Reducing Toxin Exposure

(00:45:25) Discussing Systems Change for a Healthier Environment

(00:52:15) The Significant Impact of Individual Actions

(01:00:00) Conclusion: Steinman’s Call to Action

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Resources:

"Raising Healthy Kids" by David Steinman is available on June 4th, 2024
Dave Asprey's book, 'Smarter Not Harder' is out now.
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