[The LOdown] Are Heavy Metals to Blame for Hormone Problems?
In small amounts most heavy metals are safe for us. They are naturally found in the soil and are a natural substance. However, in larger quantities they can become toxic. They can impede cellular function, thereby impacting processes like metabolism, energy and fertility. One study compared 82 infertile and 42 pregnant women in the US and found positive associations between blood concentrations of lead and cadmium and women’s infertility. Lead and cadmium are two very common metals found in everyday foods like protein powders, dark chocolate and spices. In this episode I discuss the many implications that heavy metal exposure can have on reproductive health, thyroid function and metabolism. Tune in to learn more!
A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇
- What are heavy metals and where are they found?
- The role of minerals in our health
- What the research says on heavy metals in fertility, reproduction and thyroid function
- Testing methods I recommend for determining if heavy metals are an issue
- How to support safe elimination of heavy metals in the body
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Timestamp:
00:00 Introduction
00:31 What are heavy metals and where are they found?
01:28 The importance of balancing minerals
03:10 The impact of heavy metals on reproductive function
06:23 Research on heavy metals and reproductive health
08:46 Infertility and heavy metal exposure
09:42 Exposure to heavy metals in food and supplements
11:41 Testing for heavy metal exposure
14:52 Heavy metals in herbs and spices
16:37 Symptoms of heavy metal toxicity
20:15 Testing for heavy metals
24:02 Treatment options for heavy metal toxicity
25:22 The importance of heavy metal testing in supplement products
30:17 Water filtration methods
32:38 The importance of chelators and fiber
35:36 The benefits of sauna and sweat for heavy metal removal
36:22 Conclusion
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