587: Toxicologist Shares the Everyday Products in the Home That Slowly Poison You | Dr. Yvonne Burkart

The Ultimate Health Podcast

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/4Nbm8jEenmw

Dr. Yvonne Burkart (IG: @dryvonneburkart) is a PhD Toxicologist, Coach and Consultant.

She is a 23-year veteran of Toxicology with expertise in reproductive toxicity, particularly endocrine disruption, infertility, cancer, and glutathione homeostasis.

After witnessing firsthand the power of a low tox lifestyle, Dr. Yvonne began a mission to help consumers slash their toxic exposure with confidence and ease.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The top 3 toxin exposures in your home
• Tips to improve your indoor air quality
• Stop using scented candles, incense & plug-ins
• Are essential oils safe long-term?
• Dr. Yvonne’s thoughts on indoor wood burning fires
• Is indoor air quality worse than outdoor air quality?
• The best air-purifying plant
• Air purifier recommendations
• Signs of mold toxicity
• Why filtered water is important
• Organic food has a lower toxic load
• The plastic chemicals hiding in your food
• Supplements are not tested for purity
• Shocking facts about disposable cups!
• The worst types of cookware + what to use
• Cooking methods that make your food toxic
• Toxins hiding in your oral care products
• Your skin absorbs toxic chemicals
• Why antiperspirant makes you stink!
• The truth about greenwashing in skincare
• Avoid microplastics in your clothes/textiles + what to buy
• Non-toxic mattress & pillow options
• The #1 furniture material to avoid
• How to minimize off-gassing in the home
• Non-toxic diaper recommendations
• Choosing safer household cleaners
• How to reduce your toxic burden
• Ways to increase glutathione naturally
• Test your body for chemicals
• Detox your body safely
• The problem with natural flavours
• 3 ways to start reducing toxins
• What to look for in a water filter

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