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Welcome to the Let's Talk Toxins show!
Are you struggling with unexplained weight gain, mood swings, or early menopause symptoms despite your best efforts to stay healthy? These issues might be caused by "forever chemicals" lurking in your environment, silently disrupting your hormones.
In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Gala Gorman, a licensed acupuncturist, naturopath, and author of "What's Your Kryptonite?" delves into the concerning world of endocrine disruptors and their impact on menopause. She explores the sneaky "forever chemicals" that are causing chaos in our bodies and offers practical strategies for avoiding these toxins and supporting hormonal health during menopause.
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What you’ll learn in this episode:
- The impact of endocrine disruptors, particularly PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), on hormonal health during midlife
- How forever chemicals can accelerate hormonal shifts and potentially trigger early menopause
- Practical steps to reduce exposure to forever chemicals and protect hormonal health
- The connection between forever chemicals and various health issues, including cancer, liver damage, and decreased fertility
- How these chemicals accumulate in vital organs and disrupt brain development
- The link between forever chemicals and kidney cancer, especially in women
- Strategies for managing exposure to these chemicals and supporting the body's natural detoxification processes
- The impact of forever chemicals on thyroid function and metabolism
- Symptoms to watch for that may indicate forever chemical toxicity
Resources mentioned:
- "What's Your Kryptonite?" - Dr. Gala Gorman's book that helps women understand the effects of chronic stress turned toxic
- MOLT Method™ - A strategy developed by Dr. Gorman to help shed stress, cruise through midlife symptom-free, and address issues like chronic fatigue, insomnia, and weight gain
- MOLT Membership - A program that applies the MOLT Method™ to help women turn their knowledge into real change
- Chapter 12 "Tricky Toxins" from "What's Your Kryptonite?" - Offers guidance on reducing toxin exposure and supporting detoxification
- Dr. Gala's Wellness Weekly Newsletter - Sign up at DrGala.com/Links for regular health tips and update