Toxic Tangents

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/

Thank you for joining us. We are so excited to chat today with a person who used our Million Marker Detect & Detox Test Kit. Today, we are going to go over their Chemical Exposure Report on this live. Our guest is Jennifer Cicci, an Integrative Health Practitioner and an advocate for Hugh & Grace products. I am an advisor to Hugh & Grace, and appreciate the brand’s commitment to clean living advocacy and transparency. Speaking of transparency, we are also thankful that Jennifer was open to sharing her results with everybody today. Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Many of our followers are in the process of trying to conceive. In order for conception, a sperm must fertilize an egg. However, women have a finite number of eggs, which means that good egg quality is of the utmost importance. One of the best ways to support good egg quality is through proper nutrition and supplementation. That is why we are so excited to be joined today by Dr. Camille Krause, a Naturopathic Doctor at Conceive Health. Dr. Krause is going to give us some tips about supplements for egg quality. Learn more about Dr. Krause's services: https://conceivehealth.com/staff/camille-krause-naturopathic-doctor/ 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 famous saying by Judith Stern that we are big proponents of when it comes to preventative health. It goes, “Genetics loads the gun, but the environment pulls the trigger.” Environmental toxicants can disrupt our hormones, which can result in everything from cancer to type 2 diabetes to infertility. One of the most effective ways to control your environmental exposures is by making small changes around your home. That’s why we are so glad to chat on IG Live with Kirsty Maginness. Kirsty is a retired Registered Nurse, low-tox educator, and advocate for Hugh & Grace. During this Live, we’re going to talk about little things that you can do to create a low-toxic home, making low-tox living more affordable, and clean beauty care. Learn more about Kirsty's services: https://www.instagram.com/KirstyMaginness/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We’re always trying to instill good habits into our followers. One of the most efficient ways to create good habits is to do them at the same time everyday. There’s a reason for this. Humans are creatures of habit that are designed with an internal biological clock. This 24 hour cycle is known as our circadian rhythm. Our circadian rhythm plays a vital role in so many aspects of our health, including our digestion, sleep patterns, hormone production, and more. That’s why we are so glad to be joined on IG Live by Dr. Catherine Clinton. Dr. Clinton is a Naturopathic Physician and Quantum Biology specialist. During this Live, Dr. Clinton is going to explain how our biological clocks work, the role the sun plays in maintaining our circadian rhythm, and other tips for helping us feel grounded when life feels out of balance. Learn more about Dr. Clinton's services: https://www.drcatherineclinton.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Leah Segedie, an expert in environmental health, discusses the alarming prevalence of PFAS in the blood of Americans. She highlights the health risks associated with PFAS exposure and the importance of choosing PFAS-free products. The podcast also covers challenges faced by smaller brands in testing for PFAS, the need for consumer activism in pushing for regulation, and insights on clean green beauty brands.