Author Archives: Robert DeSimone

Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals

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I think everyone should be cognizant about how their food is packaged. A Norwegian study found nearly 10,000 chemicals leaching from plastic containers most of which are endocrine disruptor chemicals (EDC).

EDCs are chemicals that interfere with the way the body’s hormones work.

EDCs can disrupt many different hormones, which is why they have been linked to numerous adverse human health outcomes including alterations in sperm quality and fertility, abnormalities in sex organs, endometriosis, early puberty, altered nervous system function, immune function, certain cancers, respiratory problems, metabolic issues, diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular problems, growth, neurological and learning disabilities, and more.

https://studyfinds.org/plastic-packaging-chemicals-food

https://studyfinds.org/plastic-packaging-chemicals-food

Leaky Gut Syndrome

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Leaky gut Syndrome is becoming increasingly recognized in by both Functional and Conventional Medicine. It is a condition where the intestinal wall becomes inflamed and permeable to toxins, and bacteria allowing them to leak into the bloodstream.

These foreign molecules permeate through the gut barrier and activate our immune system (80% of our immune system resides in the gut). This can cause a host of problems from allergies, GI symptoms, anxiety, depression, skin conditions, and autoimmune diseases.

https://www.eatingwell.com/leaky-gut-diet-8600895