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454: How Clean Is Your Water? The Truth About Fluoride, PFAS, and Everyday Toxins | Aly Cohen, MD

Jan 13, 2025
Dr. Aly Cohen, a board-certified rheumatologist and environmental health expert, dives into the alarming effects of everyday toxins like PFAS and fluoride on our health. She discusses the significant gaps in U.S. water regulations and calls for greater awareness around drinking water contaminants. Cohen highlights research linking fluoride exposure to cognitive issues in children and emphasizes the critical role of iodine and filtration in health. With actionable steps, she empowers listeners to detoxify their lives and make informed decisions for healthier living.
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  • Dr. Aly Cohen underscores the inadequacies of the Safe Drinking Water Act, highlighting the unregulated chemicals like PFAS that threaten public health.
  • The potential cognitive effects of fluoride exposure, particularly in children, are raising renewed concerns about its continued use in drinking water supplies.

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The Hidden Dangers of Drinking Water

Many contaminants in drinking water can significantly harm the immune system, with a shocking number of chemicals going unregulated in the U.S. Dr. Ailey Cohen highlights substances such as PFAS and lead that may be present in municipal water supplies, pointing out the inadequacies of the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, which only monitors a limited number of chemicals. She emphasizes the need for consumers to be proactive by investing in water filtration systems, particularly reverse osmosis, which has proven effective in removing harmful pollutants. This underscores a broader concern regarding the quality of water we consume daily, and the potential long-term impacts of these toxins on overall health.

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