Toxic Tangents

One of the most important things we try to stress those who take our Detect & Detox Test Kit is to read your labels. There is so much information on a label, including nutrition, ingredients, greenwashing red flags, certifications, and so much more. However, reading a label can be confusing, especially if you don’t know what to look out for. That is why we are so excited to be joined today by Jen Smiley of Wake Up and Read the Labels. Jen Smiley is an expert food coach and creator of Clean Eating Academy. She has helped thousands of people make food simple so they can feel their best. We’re going to discuss how Jen helped a family member lose 35 pounds in three months by switching to clean foods, how to look through false advertising claims on labels, and some of her go-to meals when she’s in a quick pinch. Learn more about Jen's services: https://jensmiley.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Meaningful relationships have been shown to improve the physical and mental health of humans. However, nothing is more important than the relationship that we have with ourselves. We spend a lot of time pleasing others and we sometimes lose who we are. That’s why we are so excited to be joined today by Dr. Vikroiya Magid, a Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist and Life Coach from Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Learn more about Dr. Magid's services: https://www.instagram.com/dr.magid.psychologist/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Did you know that we have just as many microbial cells as we are human cells? Our microbiome is regulated by various types of microbes, with some of the most abundant being bacteria. When you hear the word bacteria, you may experience a negative association. However, not all bacteria are bad. In fact, some bacteria are essential for everything from our mood to weight to immunity. So, how do we nourish the good bacteria vs. bad bacteria? That’s why we’re chatting on IG Live with Dr. Kristina Telhami. Dr. Telhami is a Doctor of Pharmacy, Certified Functional Medicine Specialist, Certified Integrative Health Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and a best selling author. We’re going to discuss the role gut health plays in our overall health, including hormone production, how to feed good bacteria in your gut, signs that you may have too much bad bacteria, and more. Learn more about Dr. Telhami's services: https://linktr.ee/Ktelhami Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Many Detect & Detox Test users have high toxic chemical exposures due to packaged foods. Many of these users also get their exposures from over-the-counter remedies used to care for some of the physical side effects of these foods, such as antacids. It’s a common belief that heartburn or acid reflux is caused by a buildup of high stomach acid. However, that is not always the case. This can actually be caused by low stomach acid. That is why we are so glad to be joined today by Katie Morra, Founder of Gut Honest Truth. Katie has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, a minor in biology, and a Master's degree in applied nutrition. She is also a Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. We’re going to discuss symptoms of low stomach acid, how some medications can disrupt your stomach acid, and how to increase stomach acid levels naturally. Learn more about Katie's services: https://www.guthonesttruth.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

One of the side effects of long-term toxic chemical exposures is trouble losing weight. Hormone-disrupting chemicals can impact our appetite hormones, how we metabolize fat, handle inflammation, and more. While detoxing from chemicals can help you meet your wellness goals, this alone won’t help you lose weight or manage it. That’s why we are so glad to be joined by Narado Zeco Powell. Narado is a Master Trainer & Weight Management Expert and is the Host of The Matter Over Mind Experience Podcast. Narado is always sharing amazing weight management tips on his Instagram profile at Zeco Health. We’re very excited to ask some follow-ups on practical weight management tips. Learn more about Narada's services: https://www.instagram.com/zecohealth/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

An inevitable part of a woman’s life is menopause. After menopause, our bodies start to naturally produce less estrogen, which is an essential hormone for bone metabolism. As a result, many women are at an increased risk of low bone density. Low bone density is associated with osteoporosis, as well as fragile bones, and other physical health conditions. That’s why we are so excited to chat about bone density on IG Live with Hope Pedraza. Hope is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Owner of inBalance Northwest, a group class and coaching training studio in San Antonio, Texas. During this Live, Hope will explain what is happening to the bone when we have low bone density, how stress can impact bone density, and ways to help maintain strong bones. Learn more about Hope's services: https://www.instagram.com/inbalancesa/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

One of the highlights of our Detect & Detox Test Kit is providing personalized recommendations for product swaps and lifestyle changes. Truth be told, sometimes making these changes can be costly upfront. Sometimes you have to try a few products to see which one you like best. Other times, the products are more expensive than the ones you are using, even if they are cleaner and more effective. While it’s hard to see the big picture while living through our day to day lives, these changes are an investment in our health. However, the reality of financial burden is real! That is why we are so glad to be joined today by Kayley O’Brien, a Gut Health Nutrition coach. Kayley recently had a great post about making non-toxic living more affordable, and we’re going to ask her some follow up questions today. Learn more about Kayley's services: https://www.instagram.com/hearttokitchen/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Whether toxic chemicals are affecting our health, our fertility, or the health of our children, it’s common to feel a range of emotions. One of the most common emotions you may feel is anger. Anger is a common emotion in a person’s detox journey. We can become angry with the government for not stepping in, our loved ones for making it harder to make lifestyle changes, or ourselves for not making changes as fast as we think we should. Anger manifests in many ways, including how you react to others and how you treat yourself. Living with anger can cause long-term stress and rob you of happy moments. That’s why we are so glad to chat with Dr. Vanessa Ruiz. Dr. Ruiz is a PTSD expert who specializes in trauma healing and dealing with anger. During this Live, we’re going to discuss how to deal with anger and creating emotional resiliency. Learn more about Dr. Ruiz's services: https://linktr.ee/Healingtraumanaturally Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Understanding your menstrual cycle can be essential for optimizing your chances of conception. There are four phases of the menstrual cycle, with the follicular phase being the longest. The follicular phase is right before ovulation, so this is an important time window for couples who are trying to conceive. During this phase, intimacy can almost seem routine, which can add to the stress of couples. Couples should enter the follicular phase together with the education necessary to maximize their chances of conception. That’s why we’re so glad to chat on IG Live with Jessica Mckasson. Jessica is a Menstrual Cycle Syncing, Feminine Energy & Hormone Balancing Coach. During this Live, we’re going to talk about cycle syncing, getting your partner involved in the process, and how to maximize the follicular phase together. Learn more about Jessica's services: https://www.awakenthewild.net/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

There is a strong connection between environmental toxicants and the development of type 2 diabetes. However, our environment is just one of many reasons why someone may develop diabetes. We must take a holistic approach and control as many other factors as possible to help prevent the development of diabetes, or perhaps improve some of the symptoms we experience from it. Around 38% of people worldwide have insulin resistance. People with insulin resistance, also known as impaired insulin sensitivity, have built up a tolerance to insulin, making the hormone less effective. As a result, they are at greater risk of developing diabetes. That’s why we are so excited to chat today with insulin resistance expert, Shana Hussin. Shana is an integrative dietitian, online course creator, and podcast host that specializes in obesity, type 2 diabetes, PCOS, and fatty liver disease. During this Live, we’re going to discuss signs of insulin resistance, foods to eat and avoid, including some surprising ones, as well as other ways to prevent type 2 diabetes. Learn more about Shana's services: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/