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TMHS 727: Toxicologist Shares Why You Should STOP Using These Products – with Dr. Yvonne Burkart

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Oct 4, 2023
Dr. Yvonne Burkart, a board-certified toxicologist, discusses the impact of toxins on our health. Topics include the dangers of plastics, the harmful effects of chemically crafted flavors in food, the importance of glutathione as a master antioxidant, avoiding toxic bedding and pillows, using organic products, and promoting consciousness and awareness in our lives.
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ANECDOTE

Unexpected Interest

  • Dr. Burkart's interest in toxicology began serendipitously during a summer job in a toxicology lab.
  • She was fascinated by the research, even though her tasks were simple, like washing dishes.
INSIGHT

Toxicology's Appeal

  • Toxicology captivated Dr. Burkart because of its relevance to daily life.
  • This connection drove her passion to study how environmental chemicals interact with our bodies.
INSIGHT

Plastic's Pervasiveness

  • Plastics, derived from crude oil, have become ubiquitous and persistent pollutants.
  • Microplastics and nanoplastics now contaminate the environment, posing health risks.
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