EP. 206: In today's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Ken Cook, the president and cofounder of the Environmental Working Group, or EWG. You might know them for their Skin Deep database that helps you check the safety of household and skincare products, or their tap water database—both of which I've relied on for years. Ken and I explore how EWG is tackling the growing problem of toxins in our daily lives and discuss practical steps we can take to make safer choices. Plus, Ken shares some incredible actionable advice on how we can influence regulatory changes for the better. Don't miss this insightful conversation about safeguarding our health and making a difference!

Topics Discussed

08:26 - EWG & healthcare professionals
10:45 - EWG’s databases
14:53 - Legal doesn’t equal safe
18:50 - The FDA & brominated vegetable oil
21:21 - It takes science 17 years to catch up
22:34 - Studying dangerous chemicals & industry pushback
25:34 - Centering people in the regulatory process
32:07 - Consumer impact and organic products
37:25 - The cultural impact of environmental health
38:38 - Products that you don’t know are having an effect on your health
42:11 - Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good
44:42 - Choosing safer options
50:05 - Regulation & lobbying
56:08 - Calling your representative
58:22 - Staying motivated and positive
01:02:20 - The people making change
01:05:51 - Ken’s health non-negotiables

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