Toxic Tangents

Between societal beliefs to the ways traditional medicine has been taught, women are usually treated as the cause for infertility in relationships. Increasing research shows that this is not the case. ⁠ 1 out of 8 couples have trouble conceiving after 1 year of unprotected sex, with 1/3 of causes being attributed to women, 1/3 being attributed to unknown reasons, and 1/3 being attributed to men.⁠ Male-factor infertility is continuing to rise, and it’s an avenue that more couples should consider during their trying to conceive journey. ⁠ ⁠ Such was the case for Alex and his wife, Laurin. ⁠Alex and Laurin had a lot of struggles in their journey as they uncovered Alex’s azoospermia.⁠ Through sperm donor treatment, their miracle named Delaney was born. ⁠ ⁠ We are so glad that Alex was willing to share his inspirational story with us, and we hope that it can be a useful resource for many couples who are having trouble conceiving.⁠ Learn more about Alex and Pursuing Fatherhood: https://www.instagram.com/PursuingFatherhood/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

According to the CDC, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is one of the most common causes of female infertility, affecting as many as 5 million US women of reproductive age. If you have PCOS, you may not have periods very often. Or you may have periods that last many days. With the increasing number of cases of PCOS, you may find comfort in knowing that there are resources out there that could help you. That’s why we were so excited to chat with Rachel Ruha of Teal Health (@tealhealth.pcos). Teal Health is a community that provides reliable, science-backed information about PCOS that will empower you to learn what lifestyle choices are best for your body. During this Live, we discussed how to support your body and mind when you have PCOS. Learn more about Teal Health's services: https://linktr.ee/tealhealth.pcos Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Do ever feel like you’re doing all the right things, but you’re still not feeling better? Or perhaps you’re not meeting your fertility goals? ⁠Sometimes things are a little deeper than we realize. ⁠ ⁠ For instance, you may be experiencing the long-term effects of nervous system dysregulation. That is when all of the components that make up your nervous system are out of balance. ⁠ ⁠ As a result, you may feel more stressed mentally or have physical symptoms like digestive issues. That’s why we hosted an IG Live with Haley Fountain of Holistic in Houston (@holistic_in_houston).⁠ Haley is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach + Certified International Health Coach with a specialty in hormonal health for women. ⁠ ⁠ We talked about how the nervous system works, what can cause dysregulation, and how to help get everything back in balance. ⁠ Learn more about Haley Fountain's services: https://linktr.ee/holistichaley Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

At Million Marker, we test your urine for chemicals like bisphenols, phthalates, parabens, and oxybenzone and audit your products so that you can determine which products are causing exposure to these chemicals. These chemicals are known as endocrine-disrupting chemicals because they interfere with the endocrine system, which is essential for regulating our hormones. Hormonal imbalances caused by endocrine disruption impact more than just fertility. In fact, they can have severe effects on the brain and mental health. That’s why we were so glad to chat on IG Live with Dr. @deannaminich. Dr. Minich is a functional medicine-trained clinician, researcher, speaker, and author and is the Chief Science Officer for @SymphonyNaturalHealth and Advisor to the Institute for Integrative Health. During this Live, we chatted about the endocrine system, its role in hormone production, and the psychoneuroendocrine system. Learn more about Dr. Minich's services: https://linktr.ee/deannaminich Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Dr. Lauren Tessier is a mold illness specialist who has dedicated herself to helping folks understand and overcome illness and medical issues caused by mold exposure. Dr. Tessier strictly focuses on those suffering from illnesses relating to mold, biotoxins, mycotoxins and water damaged building exposures. You can learn about her project Life After Mold here: https://www.lifeaftermold.com/Learn more about Dr. Tessier's services: https://shor.by/V4kK Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

You may have heard the news recently talking about forever chemicals, known as Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, or PFAS.⁠ PFAS are extremely persistent in nature, as they are not easily biodegradable. ⁠In addition, PFAS have been detected in human blood, brain, and even umbilical cord blood. ⁠ ⁠ A recent report found that PFAS are commonly used in soft contact lenses throughout the United States. ⁠What does this mean for our eyes and health?⁠ ⁠ We chatted about PFAS in contact lenses with Dr. Taylor Degroot (@optimeyezinghealth). Dr. Degroot is a holistic optometrist that looks beyond what meets the eye.⁠ During this Live, we discussed what PFAS are, why they are used in contacts, and natural ways to improve your eye health. ⁠ Learn more about Dr. Degroot's services: https://linktr.ee/Optimeyezinghealth Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

When it comes to health and fertility, our bodies are always trying to communicate with us. However, with our fast-paced lives, we often miss the messages our bodies are trying to send us.⁠⁠For people with a cervix, bodily fluids can be a key indicator of what is going on inside your body. To the untrained eye, it might be challenging to interpret what your cervical fluids are trying to tell you.⁠⁠That’s why we chatted on IG Live with Krystal Kirton-Somlai (@krystal.kirton). Krystal is a fertility health coach that uses the Fertility Awareness Method to prevent pregnancy naturally and help you conceive when you’re ready.⁠⁠During this Live, we discussed how your cervical mucus can tell you what’s going on with your hormones and how to maintain optimal cervical mucus production.⁠

We’ve done a lot of education about looking at the body as a whole when it comes to supporting our health. So many parts of our health impact other aspects of our wellness. This is extremely true when speaking about menstruation and the immune system. The immune system is involved in so many aspects of our health, including our skin, digestion, and more. When we are menstruating, it can disrupt what’s going on in our immune system and make some of our problems even worse. That’s why we were so glad to be joined on IG Live by Dr. Setare Taabodi-Wilkoff (@dr.setare.np). Dr. Setare is a Doctor of Nursing Practice, Natural Medicine Health Consultant, and CEO and Founder of Star Health and Wellness LLC. Learn more about Dr. Taabodi's services: https://linktr.ee/dr.setare.np Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Up to 77% of people experience foot pain at some point in their lives. Our feet carry the heavy burden of carrying us throughout the day. However, they are one of the most neglected parts of the human body.⁠ By showing your feet some care, you could potentially improve your overall quality of life. That is why we chatted on IG Live with Dr. Emily Splichal (@TheFunctionalFootDoc). ⁠Dr. Emily is a Functional Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist.⁠ During this Live, we’re going to discuss exercises for healthy feet, the importance of being barefoot, minimalist shoes, and more. ⁠ ⁠ Learn more about Dr. Splichal's services: https://linktr.ee/thefunctionalfootdoc Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

At Million Marker, we are huge proponents of preventative health care, especially through proper nutrition. There is an old saying that we believe holds a lot of merit in today’s world, “Let thy food be thy medicine.”⁠Today’s guest is always sharing amazing tips on superfoods and creating content that helps us better understand nutrition, preventative health care, and treating root cause problems rather than symptoms. ⁠⁠We went on IG Live with Muneeza Ahmed, the Intuitive Medicine Woman (@muneeza_medical_intuitive). Muneeza has helped over 10,000 clients in over 85 countries support their health through intuition and nutrition.⁠⁠We talked about the importance of food in healing, how to create a balanced meal for health, and using food-based ingredients for everyday purposes, such as hair and nail care Learn more about Muneeza Ahmed's services: https://muneezaahmed.com/links/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/