

1194: Endocrine Disruptors | Skeptical Sunday
75 snips Aug 10, 2025
Nick Pell, a skilled writer and researcher known for dissecting complex topics, joins the discussion on the pervasive issue of endocrine disruptors. They unravel how everyday chemicals in water, food, and packaging mess with our hormones, potentially leading to a host of health issues like declining testosterone and early puberty. Pell highlights the paradox of dosage, revealing that lower levels can be more harmful. He offers practical tips to reduce exposure while emphasizing the need for stricter regulations and greater public awareness about these hidden hazards.
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What Endocrine Disruptors Are
- Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that interfere with hormone signaling in the body.
- Nick Pell warns these can be man-made or natural and destabilize delicate hormonal balance.
How EDCs Hijack Hormone Signals
- EDCs either block hormone signals or mimic hormones, confusing receptor systems.
- Nick Pell uses simple analogies to show how fake signals stop real hormones from working.
Handle Receipts With Caution
- BPA on receipts can leach through skin and disrupt hormone function.
- Nick Pell advises high-contact workers to take precautions around handling receipts.