
Toxic Tangents
Welcome to the Toxic Tangents powered by Million Marker! DID YOU KNOW...We are all exposed to many man-made chemicals in our daily lives. The food we eat and water we drink, the air we breathe, and the products we use can all contain these chemicals. Exposures to toxic chemicals begin from the moment of conception and continue throughout life. WE CAN HELP! In this podcast, we share practical, science-based strategies that can help reduce your exposure to toxic chemicals so you can live your best life. From the latest environmental health studies to some real-world health problems, this show brings you current information from experts so you can make more confident decisions for you and your family.
Latest episodes

May 10, 2025 • 31min
Low-Tox Home Rentals with Amanda Klecker
Around 44 million families live in rental homes, making up over one-third of the American population.Indoor air pollution is two to five times worse than outdoor air pollution. When you own a home, you may have more control over the indoor air quality. However, those who rent their homes may feel like they have less control over their living space.That’s why we’re so glad to be joined on IG Live by Amanda Klecker of Healthy House on the Block. Amanda is a Certified Home Inspector and Building Biologist who is passionate about helping homeowners create their own healthy living environment.During this Live, we’re going to discuss what to look for when low-tox rental searching, things you can do to control toxic chemicals inside your home, how to have conversations with your landlord about environmental toxicants, and more!Learn more about Amanda's services: https://healthyhouseontheblock.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

May 8, 2025 • 28min
New Mom Stress Management with Elizabeth Joy Sandoz
Thank you for joining us. Many customers seek our Million Marker’s services to help balance their hormones in hopes of improving their chances of conceiving. Bringing a child into this world is rewarding, but it’s also a lot of hard work. Being a new mom brings a whole new world of stress that we’ve never experienced before. Thankfully, there are some things we can do to help make stress management a bit easier. That’s why we’re so excited to be joined today by Elizabeth Joy Sandoz. Elizabeth Joy is a birth doula and prenatal coach. Plus, she is the host of the Miraculous Mamas podcast. Today, we’re going to talk about managing stress as a new parent.Learn more about Elizabeth's services: https://elizabethjoy.co/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

May 6, 2025 • 37min
What Your Menopause Symptoms Are Telling You... And What to Do About It! with Dr. Jila Senemar MD
Your body is trying to tell you something.Hot flashes, mood swings, brain fog—these symptoms aren’t random. But understanding them? That’s where it gets complicated. Menopause can feel like a puzzle with too many pieces and no clear picture.Today, we’re breaking it all down. What do your symptoms mean? Why are they happening? And most importantly—what you can do to feel better?That’s why we’re so glad to chat on IG Live with Dr. Jila Senemar, a Board-Certified OBGYN at FemCare.During this Live, we’re going to discuss how to soothe hot flashes, nurture healthy sleep patterns, ease physical discomfort, and so much more.Learn more about Dr. Senemar's services: https://www.toplinemd.com/femcare-obgyn/jila-senemar/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 30, 2025 • 32min
Light & Eye Health with Dr. Valerie Giangrande
What if I told you that you have free eye care outside? Sunlight does more than brighten your day. It can actually shape the health of your eyes. In fact, spending time outdoors in natural light can reduce the risk of nearsightedness in children?Sunlight stimulates dopamine production in the eyes, which supports healthy eye growth and proper focus. For adults, sunlight helps regulate sleep cycles by influencing melatonin production, which improves rest and overall well-being. But how much sunlight is enough, and how can you protect your eyes from its harmful rays?That’s why we’re so glad to chat on IG Live with Dr. Valerie Giangrande (@QuantumEyeDoc).During this Live, we’re going to discuss how light affects your metabolism, what your eyes can tell you about your health, why Dr. Giangrande doesn’t always wear sunglasses anymore, and so much more! Learn more about Dr. Giangrande's services: https://www.southnassaueyecare.com/dr-valerie-giangrande/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 22, 2025 • 20min
Reducing Preventable Disease Incidence with SafetyNEST with Alexandra Destler
The average person spends up to 18 hours in their home. Therefore, our homes are not just places to rest. They’re also environments that significantly impact our health and well-being.Spending so much time indoors makes it important to ensure our homes have as minimal harmful chemicals in the environment as possible. Our homes are often considered our safety nests, where we seek comfort and security, but they can also harbor hidden dangers if not properly maintained.That’s why we’re so glad to chat on IG Live with Alexandra Destler, Founder and CEO of SafetyNEST.SafetyNEST is an award-winning digital platform committed to providing the most credible information about the effects of toxic chemicals on prenatal and early childhood health in order to safeguard children’s health and reduce the incidence of preventable diseases.During this Live, we’re going to discuss overlooked environmental health factors in our homes, how they impact pregnancy outcomes, resources and tools people can use, and so much more!Learn more about SafetyNEST: https://www.mysafetynest.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 16, 2025 • 32min
Lesser-Known Sources of Mold with Taylor Sappington
Approximately 6-10% of the general population and 15-50% of persons who are genetically prone to develop allergies are allergic to mold. Over 21 million people with asthma are suspected of having symptoms exacerbated by mold allergies.It’s important to assess your house regularly to see any signs of potential water damage and mold growth. While bathrooms and basements are usual suspects for harboring mold, there are over 1,000 types of mold and we are exposed to them in various ways every day.That’s why we’re so glad to chat on IG Live with Integrative Health Practitioner Taylor Sappington. Taylor is an Integrative Health Practitioner who has really useful tips on her feed about mold.During this Live, we’re going to discuss symptoms of mold exposure that are common and uncommon, as well as foods that are high mold, myths about mold, and so much more.Learn more about Taylor's services: https://beacons.ai/tayloredwellbeingGet tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 13, 2025 • 25min
Optimizing Fertility Through the PUZZLE Method with Dr. Kela Smith
Thank you for joining us. What makes trying to conceive so challenging is that everyone is different. That is why we are such proponents of getting tested with the Million Marker Detect & Detox Test Kit. Testing is the only way to know your exact levels of toxic chemicals, pinpoint what is causing them, and then eliminate these items. This process is going to look different for everyone. The same is true for fertility. We describe environmental toxins and how they ignite genes as a lock and key mechanism. Fertility is much the same. That’s why we’re so excited to unlock the secrets to a healthy pregnancy with today’s guest, Kela Robinson Smith, Founder of the Puzzle Method.Kela is the CEO and program director of the Hormone Puzzle Society, a woman’s health hub for fertility, hormones, and pregnancy. Coach Kela holds four different qualifications: Board Certified Integrative Holistic Health & Wellness Coach as well as a functional nutritionist. Learn more about Dr. Kela's services: https://coachkela.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 11, 2025 • 21min
Natural GLP-1 Production & Stress Management Tips with Dr. Stephanie Dunlop
Are you intrigued by the growing interest in weight loss drugs and wondering if there's a more natural way to boost your metabolism? Let's talk about GLP-1, the hormone that can help you feel fuller, manage blood sugar, and support weight loss. If you can foster natural GLP- production, there’s a chance you might not need medications like Ozempic. Furthermore, managing your stress can also play a crucial role in managing your weight. Understanding healthy ways to manage your weight can be confusing and overwhelming.That’s why we’re so glad to welcome Dr. Stephanie Dunlop, Founder + Instructor of Club MVMNT, back to our IG Live. Dr. Dunlop offers online coaching and is Founder of the Elite Mom Movement. She joined us back in February to discuss weight gain and hormones. Be sure to check out our Reels feed for part 1 of our chat with Dr. Dunlop. Today, we’re focusing on natural GLP-1 production, and we’re going to talk about how hormones impact weight, ways to manage your weight without pharmaceuticals, the role of stress in weight maintenance, and so much more. Learn more about Dr. Dunlop's services: https://www.clubmvmnt.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 8, 2025 • 19min
Environmental Chemicals & Men's Health with Dr. Katherine Carvlin
There are thousands of chemicals in our environment that we are exposed to daily. Repeated exposure to many of these chemicals can lead to adverse health effects that may impact women and men differently. Today, we’re going to discuss the impact of environmental chemicals on men’s health.Many environmental chemicals can impact hormones, which, in turn, male fertility rates have decreased by over 50% over the last 50 years. Also, exposures to harmful chemicals has been linked to ADHD, mood disorders, and developmental, and reproductive issues in growing boys. That’s why we’re so glad to chat on IG Live with Dr. Katherine Carvlin, a Naturopathic Physician and holistic nutritionist focused on helping men and women revitalize their health and make sustainable lifestyle changes. During this Live, we’re going to discuss the correlation between toxic chemicals and male infertility and health problems, the importance of environmental medicine in wellness, and how to reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals.Learn more about Dr. Carvlin's services: https://www.drkatherinecarvlin.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Apr 5, 2025 • 41min
Intro to Kinesiology with Andrew Harveson & Levi Garrett
We have a special IG Live today, as two guests will be joining us. We are going to be joined by Andrew Harveson and Levi Garrett.Both Andrew and Levi are two university professors of Kinesiology. Kinesiology studies the mechanics of human movement and how they impact our health and wellbeing.Andrew and Levi are hosts of the Move 101 Podcast, which I had a great time on recently.We’re going to discuss Kinesiology and other tips to stay active and healthy.Learn more about Andrew and Levi: https://open.spotify.com/show/1I1LHyOzWwOOU46QgrdnOA?si=4c585f242b544d46Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/