The Silent Household Toxins Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones, Brain, and Energy with Dr. Yvonne Burkhart (Rebroadcast)

Nov 19, 2025

Dr. Yvonne Burkhart, a board-certified toxicologist and expert in reproductive toxicity, reveals the hidden dangers lurking in common household products. She discusses how scented candles, air fresheners, and even toilet paper can release harmful chemicals, potentially disrupting hormones and increasing health risks. Dr. Burkhart shares practical tips for adopting a low-tox lifestyle, highlights safer product alternatives, and emphasizes the importance of air purification. Her personal journey from health crisis to advocacy adds a compelling layer to this eye-opening conversation.

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ADVICE

Ditch Scented Candles

Avoid scented candles and incense because they emit formaldehyde, benzene, and other inhalation carcinogens.
Replace them with low-polluting options like beeswax candles and untreated wooden wicks when you want a candle.

INSIGHT

Fragrance Is A Hidden Chemical Cocktail

Fragrance on labels often hides thousands of undisclosed chemicals including phthalates and musk carcinogens.
Those fragrance chemicals attach to house dust and recirculate, creating chronic exposure until cleaned out.

ANECDOTE

Headache Goes Away After Candle Avoidance

Dhru shared how his wife used to get headaches from scented candles but stopped after removing them from their home.
The story illustrates how removing fragrances can quickly improve symptoms like headaches.

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Unseen toxins lurk in everyday household products, increasing the risk of cancer and chronic disease. They can contaminate the air we breathe and the water we use, and they’re more common than most people realize. Understanding where these toxins hide empowers us to make safer choices and protect our health and the health of the people we love

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru, we’re bringing back one of our most impactful conversations with Dr. Yvonne Burkart, a board-certified toxicologist. Dr. Burkart shares the top sources of hidden toxins in everyday household products, including candles, air fresheners, laundry detergents, and toilet paper. She also discusses the latest research on toxin exposure from household items, common toxic ingredients, and expert tips for minimizing exposure and enhancing detoxification. If you are looking to reduce your toxic exposure, this episode is a must-listen!

Dr. Yvonne Burkart is a 22-year veteran of Toxicology with expertise in reproductive toxicity, particularly endocrine disruption, infertility, and cancer. She has also served as a Senior Toxicologist in the flavor and fragrance chemical industry, where she helped to ensure the safety of flavor ingredients. After going through her own health crisis from exposure to harmful chemicals and witnessing firsthand the power of a low-tox lifestyle, Dr. Yvonne began a mission to help consumers slash their toxic exposure with confidence and ease.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Burkart dive into:

The number one source of toxins in the home (00:40)
Exposure to toxic chemicals over a lifetime (3:30)
Endocrine disruption and the impact on our body (9:13)
A low-tox life and alternative options (15:49)
Nine ways to detox your lungs (24:53)
Supporting your detox pathways (44:52)
Dr. Burkart’s journey (48:04)
Glutathione depletion, supplementation, and natural sources (49:21)
Toxic toilet paper and alternatives (52:16)
Menstrual products and the hidden source of toxins (57:22)
The worst types of cookware (1:07:49)
Microplastic exposure in tea, water, and processed foods (1:17:35)
Detoxification with saunas (1:33:48)
Hacking your rice to remove arsenic and eating cleaner oats (1:40:16)
Dry cleaning, the dangers of greenwashing, and laundry detergents (1:48:11)
Final thoughts and key takeaways (2:04:01)

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