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How to Safeguard Your Hormone Health & Fertility | Dr. Shanna Swan
Nov 4, 2024
Dr. Shanna Swan, a leading expert in environmental medicine at Mount Sinai, unpacks how everyday chemicals like phthalates and BPA are wreaking havoc on our hormones and fertility. She reveals alarming trends in declining sperm quality linked to environmental toxins. The discussion emphasizes proactive lifestyle changes to reduce exposure, such as ditching disposable plastics and selecting safer products. Listeners will learn about the significant consequences of prenatal exposure and the generational impact on reproductive health.
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- Environmental toxins significantly impact reproductive health, leading to declining fertility rates and conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
- The main endocrine disruptors, such as phthalates and bisphenols, adversely affect hormone levels and reproductive health in both genders.
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Impact of Environmental Toxins on Reproductive Health
Exposure to environmental toxins significantly affects reproductive health. Chemicals found in our air, food, and household products can disrupt hormonal pathways, particularly those involving testosterone and estrogen. These endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) have been linked to declining fertility rates, diminishing testosterone levels, and increasing conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in women. The evidence suggests that both prenatal and ongoing exposure can lead to long-term reproductive health consequences for both males and females.
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