Toxic Tangents

Trying to conceive, carrying a child, giving birth, raising a child…all of this is hard work. We see the physical differences in mothers from their expanding bellies to carry their child, to the tired eyes of sleepless nights. However, many of us never witness the mental effects of fertility. One study of 122 women receiving fertility treatments found that 40% experienced anxiety, depression, or both. That’s why we are so glad to be joined today by Rena Gower of Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York and co-host of the Fertility Forward podcast. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Director of Social Work Services. Learn more about Rena's services: https://www.renamgfertility.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Today’s video is going to be a bit of a unique topic, as we’re going to touch upon intuition. Many of us get gut instincts, and more times than not, those feelings are correct. The reason why we’re such big fans of intuition is that many of us feel deep down that we need to change our habits. The products we use on a daily basis aren’t sustainable for the planet or our own bodies. The more we listen to our gut, the better decisions we might make. That’s why we’re so glad to be joined today by Hafsa Khan, the Mystic Med. Hafsa resides in Hong Kong and provides spiritual counseling and clarity through Sufism. We’re going to discuss intuition, how to develop it, its influence on our nervous system, and so much more. Learn more about Hafsa's services: https://linktr.ee/themysticmed 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 reducing your exposure to environmental toxins, we’re big proponents of every little bit counts. Many chemicals in common products, including personal care products, clothes, and cookware, can do harm to our bodies in small doses. The potential for health problems increases the more we burden our bodies with these types of chemicals. That’s why we’re so excited to chat on IG Live with Dr. Jordan Geller. Dr. Geller is a Physician at Geller Endocrinology, based in LA, Palm Beach, and NYC. During this Live, we’re going to discuss the endocrine system, chemicals that can disrupt your hormones, and why small amounts of exposure to these chemicals can still be dangerous to your health. Learn more about Dr. Geller's services: https://www.jordangeller.com 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 National Health Council, chronic diseases affect approximately 133 million Americans, representing more than 40% of the total population of this country. Many factors can contribute to the development of chronic diseases. Figuring out what these factors are and how to handle them can be confusing. That’s why we are so glad to be joined today by Dr. Nicole Fujiyama. Dr. Fujiyama is a Naturopathic Doctor that specializes in Naturopathic Medicine, Acupuncture, Fertility, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Auricular Acupuncture, Holistic Health, Herbal Medicine, and Prevention. She had a great post recently about 3 things that contribute to chronic disease, and we are excited to ask some follow up questions and share this information with you all! Learn more about Dr. Fujiyama's services: https://www.drfujiyamand.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Increasing research shows that the products that we use can influence the development of breast cancer cells. As we continue to use these products, the incidence of breast cancer in women has risen. In 2019, there were an estimated 3,771,794 women living with female breast cancer in the United States. Black women are at a 42% higher risk of developing breast cancer than white women, including under the age of 45. Today, we have the privilege of speaking to Tiah Tomlin-Harris, a Community Board Advisor for our friends at Bench to Community. Bench to Community’s mission is to develop community and policy interventions that reduce exposure of harmful chemicals from personal care products and perceived breast cancer risk for Black people.Tiah is also the co-founder of MY STYLE MATTERS INC, a grassroots 501c3 nonprofit organization that is dedicated to educating and providing support to underserved and disadvantaged communities impacted by cancer. Tiah is a breast cancer survivor. She is going to share her story with us and discuss the implications of black girls and breast cancer risk from a survivor’s perspective. Learn more about My Style Matters's services: https://mystylematters.org/ 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 people for toxic exposures so that they can live a healthier lifestyle. Changing your products creates a foundation to improve your physical health and mental health. However, complete wellness also includes tending to your emotions. Some might even say your spirit. That’s why we’re so happy to be joined by Lifestyle Designer and Mindset Coach, Katherine Brown. Katherine hosts the Just Bein Honest Podcast, which I was just on. She has great insights about improving a toxic mindset. And we are excited to pick her brain about some of her tips, and learn about some of her services. Learn more about Katherine's services: https://linktr.ee/kbrown1 Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Many of our followers turn to us to help their families during the trying to conceive process. Lowering your toxic chemical burdens can be useful in helping your family while trying to conceive, especially when you’re going through the IVF process. IVF has become a viable and successful option for many families, with increasing interest happening over the last few years. This option might be a good choice for your family. That is why we are so excited to be joined today by Dr. Rahi Victory. Dr. Victory is an Obstetrician Gynecologist and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility specialist. at Victory Reproductive Care in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Victory is going to tell us what to expect during the IVF process. Learn more about Dr. Victory's services: https://www.drvictory.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We’re always looking for ways to support natural wellness, as many of these align with helping your body detox from harmful chemicals. One recommendation we’re always giving people is to go outdoors, as the sun has so many health benefits. Be sure to tap our Reels feed to watch past Lives about the sun’s role in our biological clock and circadian rhythms. That’s why we were so excited to chat on IG Live with Robert Iron Shell, @TheGroundedAthlete. During this Live, we discussed grounding, tools to help with grounding, and how grounding may impact your skin, hormones, mental health, and more. Learn more about Robert's services: https://www.thegroundedathletellc.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Thank you for joining us. Many of our health, digestive, even mental health issues can be tied to a leaky gut. Leaky gut is at the root of many disease processes today, including autoimmune diseases. What’s worse is that leaky gut can become a vicious cycle, as explained in a recent Instagram post from today’s guest, Dr. Taylor Krick. Dr. Taylor Krick is the Owner of Washington Wellness Center in Illinois. He is a Doctor of Chiropractic, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and host of The Autoimmune Doc Podcast. We’re going to discuss how leaky gut happens, what foods might cause it, and how to deal with leaky gut symptoms. Learn more about Dr. Krick's services: https://www.washwellnesscenter.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

The liver is an important organ that is critical for detoxifying the body. Did you know that your gut microbes can play a role in how your liver functions? Whatever we consume in our diets can impact how our bodies detoxify. This includes how our bodies get rid of toxic chemicals like BPA, phthalates, and parabens. That’s why we’re so excited to chat today with Sophie van IJsselstein, the Holistic Health Whisperer. Sophie is certified by the Institute of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Training Program and Gut Health Advanced Program, and is currently studying for a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. We’re going to discuss the gut-liver axis, how it impacts our immune system, and liver-friendly meals. Learn more about Sophie's services: https://theholistichealthwhisperer.com/ 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 levels of bisphenols, phthalates, parabens, and oxybenzone in your body to help you pinpoint which products are causing high exposures to these toxic chemicals so that you can balance your hormones naturally. Many of these chemicals mimic estrogen, which can disrupt your overall hormonal balance. One way that your hormones can become imbalanced is due to estrogen dominance. We’re going to discuss estrogen dominance today with Dr. Daisey Anglow. Dr. Anglow is a Doctor and Owner of Rendernatural Wellness in Arizona. We are going to discuss signs of estrogen dominance, how your gut health plays a role, and ways to balance your hormones naturally. Learn more about Dr. Anglow's services: https://rendernaturalwellness.com/ 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 advocates for environmentally-friendly lifestyles. We test people for plastic chemicals not only in hopes of improving their health, but bettering the environment. Plastic isn’t going away anytime soon. So, we must do things in our everyday lives to help foster a healthier planet.That’s why we are so excited to be joined today by Heather Guidice of Kona Compost. Kona Compost Company is a food scraps collection service operating in Bucks County, PA. She is also the Co-Founder of Bucks County Seed Share. These are some amazing initiatives and we can’t wait to ask Heather more.Learn more about Kona Compost's services: https://linktr.ee/konacompost Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

You know that we love at-home body tests. At Million Marker, we have the Detect & Detox Test Kit. We measure the levels of BPA, BPS, BPF, parabens, phthalates, and oxybenzone in your urine. Many of these chemicals mimic estrogen, which can impact fertility. What we put in and on our bodies can greatly affect the health of our unborn children. That’s why we are so excited to chat today with Cheryl Sew Hoy, the CEO/Founder of Tiny Health. Tiny Health is the first microbiome test company for the whole family. They support families through preconception and postpartum. It’s such a unique company providing an important service, and we are so excited to learn more about Tiny Health. Learn more about Tiny Health's services: https://www.tinyhealth.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Many of our followers turn to us to help detox their bodies as they try to conceive. Limiting your EDC exposures is one significant way to improve your hormonal balance, but it won’t fix everything. We must also live a healthier lifestyle in general, which includes exercising. However, too much exercise can also start to have a negative effect on your hormones. Navigating this fine line can be tricky. That’s why we are so excited to speak with our guest Julie Derr. Julie is a Certified Integrative Health Coach & FASTer Way To Fat Loss Coach. She is also a Physical Therapist and Certified Athletic Trainer. We’re going to discuss how exercise impacts hormones, how often we should exercise for hormonal balance, and Julie will give us some exercise tips. Learn more about Julie Derr's services: https://linktr.ee/juliederr Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Thank you for joining us. Eating nutritious whole foods is essential for a healthy lifestyle. They’re even more important if you are a child. Whole foods provide nutrients that are crucial for child development. Unfortunately, many kids don’t seem to like these foods at first. That’s why we are so glad to be joined today by Haley Scheich & Dr. Tarek Pacha, co-authors of My SuperHero Foods, as well as my SuperHero Sleep. They also have an amazing resource coming out called “The Ultimate Guide On How to Cook Without Seed Oils.” Today, we’re going to discuss how to incorporate healthy foods into children’s lives and some tips for making whole foods fun for the whole family. Learn more about My SuperHero Foods: https://mysuperherofoods.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We are always trying to find ways to help people live healthier lives. As part of our services, we audit the foods that people eat to help them determine which foods are causing the most exposures to plastic chemicals. For the first time ever, microplastics, BPA, phthalates, and other toxic chemicals are showing up in human blood and umbilical cord blood. It gives a whole new meaning to the saying, “you are what you eat.” That’s why we are so excited to be joined on IG Live today by Dr. Marcus Cirelli, the Head Physician for Total Body Health Functional Medicine in Ohio. Dr. Cirelli specializes in gut health and autoimmune diseases. Dr. Cirelli had a really great post recently about how what we eat literally becomes the cells that create our bodies. We’re going to discuss how food influences cells, how our skin can be an indicator of nutritional deficiencies and tips for maintaining healthy cellular communication. Learn more about Dr. Cirelli's services: https://linktr.ee/drmarcuscirelli Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We’ve discussed how food can be contaminated with plastic chemicals, pesticides, and other hormone disrupting chemicals. We’ve also talked about some healthy foods you should eat, especially when trying to conceive. Today, we’re going to talk about the benefits of restricting your food intake through intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting has been around for centuries, but many people are just now waking up to its benefits. That’s why we are so glad to be joined today by Dr. Mindy Pelz. Dr. Pelz is a best-selling author, a speaker, podcast host, and an intermittent fasting expert, and Dr. Pelz will give us a bit of an intro to intermittent fasting. Learn more about Dr. Pelz's services: https://stan.store/drmindypelz Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

As many of you know, we are dedicated to helping people detox from as many hormone-disrupting chemicals as possible. Good oral hygiene is essential for a healthy body. However, the conventional oral care industry is very plastic-heavy. There’s polyurethane in toothbrushes, flavored floss can contain phthalates, and there’s even BPA in dental sealants. Transitioning to a greener oral care routine can seem impossible, but thanks to biodentistry, it’s not. That’s why we are so excited to be joined today by Dr. Staci Whitman. Dr. Staci is a Board-Certified Functional Pediatric Dentist. She is the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry in North Portland, OR where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach to her patients. We are so excited to ask about her approach to dentistry. Learn more about Dr. Staci's services: https://linktr.ee/doctorstaci Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Gaslighting is a common trick used by people in abusive relationships. Perpetrators use it to avoid taking responsibility, deny any harm they've done, and to make the other person feel guilty or confused. Many people in abusive relationships might not realize they’re being gaslit. Gaslighting can create unhealthy, codependent relationships and it can be very difficult to recover from such manipulation. Being gaslit can lead to conditions like anxiety and depression and can severely damage your self-esteem. That’s why we’re so glad to chat with Joelle Rabow Maletis. Joelle is a Trauma & Healing Therapist. During this Live, we’re going to discuss signs of gaslighting, moving on from a relationship involving gaslighting, the importance of positive self-talk, and more. Learn more about Joelle's services: https://linktr.ee/joellerabowmaletis Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Thank you for joining us. At Million Marker, we test for BPA, phthalates, and other microplastics that disrupt our hormones. While this is positive for our health, cutting back on plastic is also good for the earth. Our short-term goal is to help you feel better and help your family grow. It’s a lot of work, but it’s an easy fix. Through these changes, we’re hoping to make positive strides towards our long-term goal, which is to make a sustainable planet for our future generations. After all, what’s the point of having healthy children if they can’t survive on this planet? That’s why we’re so happy to have Green Living Guy with us today. Seth Leitman does it all. He is Green Tech Consultant, Author, Podcaster, a contributor to The Hill, and President of the Greater Hudson Valley Electric Vehicle Association. Learn more about Seth's services: https://greenlivingguy.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Million Marker’s Detect & Detox Test Kit is the only mail-in test for BPA, BPA alternatives, phthalates, parabens, and oxybenzone. We test for these chemicals because they are known to be EDCs, which is short for endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Disrupting is an understatement because these chemicals can really mess with the endocrine system, which is bad news for our health and well-being. The endocrine system is crucial for our metabolism, fertility, mood, and so much more. Understanding the endocrine system is confusing, but important. That’s why we’ve invited Dr. John Norian onto our IG Live today. Dr. Norian is a Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist for HRC Fertility in Los Angeles, California. We’re excited for him to discuss the endocrine system and how EDCs can hijack it. Learn more about Dr. Norian's services: https://www.havingbabies.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Of the over 100 billion new clothes produced each year, around 92 million tons of these items will end up in a landfill. Billions of these clothing items contain harmful chemicals, including bisphenols, PFAS, and heavy metals, among others. As these clothes break down, they contribute to microplastic pollution, which can harm marine life and eventually enter our food chain.⁠ ⁠ The rapid production of high-volume, low-cost clothing is known as fast fashion and is regularly available on SHEIN, Amazon, and in malls. Thankfully, there’s been a growing movement to help combat the environmental and health concerns associated with fast fashion. ⁠ This grassroots initiative is known as slow fashion. ⁠ ⁠ Transitioning to a slow fashion lifestyle can take some time, which is why we’re so glad to speak on IG Live with Allison Zilinek, the Imperfect Environmentalist. ⁠ Learn more about Allison's services: https://allisonzilinek.myflodesk.com Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Thank you for joining us. As many of you know, at Million Marker, we test toxic chemicals like BPA, phthalates, and other plastic toxins. These chemicals mimic estrogen, which can confuse your body and cause a number of health concerns. BPA, phthalates, and other toxic chemicals are just the tip of the iceberg for what is our environmental toxin exposures. Heavy metals are a significant cause for concern, and a recent news report found that levels of heavy metals in spices, as well as other foods, could be really high. That’s why we’ve invited Dr. Vivian Chen onto our IG Live today. Dr. Chen always has amazing tips on her Instagram at plateful.health. However, she had one post in particular about heavy metals in spices. We’re very excited to ask a little more about this topic. Learn more about Dr. Chen's services: https://www.platefulhealth.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Maintaining a healthy gut is essential for almost all aspects of wellness. Your gut microbes can influence your mood, sleep patterns, weight management, skin health, and so much more. Increasing research shows that environmental toxicants can have a negative impact on your gut microbiome. Many of these toxic chemicals are introduced to our bodies via the foods we eat, like processed and packaged foods. Eating an organic, whole foods diet is a critical step in lowering your toxic chemical burdens. One of the easiest ways to nourish your gut is by making bone broth. That’s why we are so excited to be joined today Ayesha Gambhir, founder of Nutrition by Ayesha. Ayesha is a Nutritionist who specializes in hormone and gut health. We’re going to discuss why bone broth is so good for your gut, how to make bone broth, and different ways to incorporate it into your routine. Learn more about Ayesha's services: https://www.nutritionbyayesha.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Transitioning to a toxic-free lifestyle can be overwhelming. But lowering your toxic load is necessary. For your health, for the environment, and for generations of humans to come. ⁠ ⁠ Every day is a work in progress with the smallest opportunities to make the biggest changes to your daily routine. Eventually, these "little changes" add up a lot of improvements in your quality of life. If we all make these "little changes," just imagine how much healthier the earth (and the people on it) would be.⁠ ⁠ In hopes of inspiring big "little changes," we talked on IG Live with Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes of @GreenLivingGurus. ⁠ ⁠ Tee is an educated 'Household Toxins Health Specialist' and 'Head Guru' at the Green Living Gurus and owner of Tee's Organics. She has over 50 years of hands-on, real-world experience in living a holistic, non-toxic lifestyle.⁠ ⁠ We discussed how to reduce your toxic burdens. Save this video! You will get practical tips on transitioning to a low-tox lifestyle and a clear understanding of how "little picture goals" add up to "big picture rewards."⁠ Learn more about Tee's services: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Lead and bacteria in Flint, Michigan. Petroleum in Hawaii. PFAS in North Carolina. These are just some of the recent mainstream stories about water contamination in the United States. ⁠⁠Now, imagine how many stories aren't reported. ⁠⁠It is time that we become our advocates. The most effective way of doing this is through knowledge. That's why we were so excited to be joined on IG Live by Johnny H. Pujol, CEO of SimpleLab (@GoSimpleLab), the creators of @MyTapScore.⁠⁠My Tap Score provides many types of water tests unique to your provider and community. They can test everything from tap to well to bottled water and so much more. Their multi-laboratory network allows SimpleLab to get samples in the hands of scientists sooner so people can get the results and information they need faster.⁠⁠This is revolutionary. We discuss the importance of water testing, how to do it, and so much more with Johnny. Learn more about SimpleLab's services: https://gosimplelab.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

The key to a healthier life is to make more educated decisions about the products you buy. This thoughtful approach will not only improve your health, but it will naturally support the environment. Going green can be fun, but it can also be overwhelming. That's why we invited Emma Rohmann (@Emma_greenathome) onto our IG Live!⁠Emma is an environmental engineer who helps moms and moms-to-be reduce toxins in their homes and bodies. She has over 15 years of experience as a green building consultant. Emma is also the host of The Missing Pillar of Health Podcast.⁠We had such a great chat discussing Emma's journey to choosing greener products, including the evolution of cleaner products over the last 20 years, how to approach swapping out big-ticket items like furniture, how she vets products, and so much more. Learn more about Emma's services: https://greenathome.ca/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

As many of you may know, at Million Marker, we test your urine for common toxic chemicals, such as bisphenols, phthalates, parabens, and oxybenzone. These chemicals are commonly found in personal care, cleaning, and food products. They are known as endocrine-disrupting chemicals, or EDCs, which means that they mimic hormones and throw off hormonal balance. EDCs are just some of the many reasons why our hormones can become imbalanced. That’s why we were so excited to chat on IG Live with Alexandria Smith (@alexandriasmithhealth). Alexandria is the founder of Rise Shine Health. She is a qualified fertility, PCOS, and hormone health coach in the United Kingdom. During this Live, we talked about how hormones work, ways to balance your hormones through food and self-care, and so much more. Learn more about Rise Shine Health's services: https://www.riseshinehealth.com/ 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 American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. 85% of young people between the ages of 12-24 deal with at least minor acne. However, acne is also becoming increasingly common in adults, affecting up to 15% of women. What many people don’t realize is that many foods and everyday products can actually have a negative effect on your skin, which can lead to acne. Also, not all acne is the same. Therefore, it shouldn’t be treated the same. That’s why we invited Dr. Brooke Jeffy onto our IG Live! @BrookeJeffyMD is a Board Certified Dermatologist that practices out of Arizona and Kentucky. Dr. Jeffy specializes in patient education and the application of lifestyle strategies and integrative medicine to dermatology. During this Live, we talked about common causes of acne, the types of acne, and ways to treat it. Learn more about Dr. Jeffy's services: https://www.brookejeffymd.com/ 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 15% of couples have trouble conceiving, and that number continues to increase each year. As a result, many couples are turning to alternative methods in hopes of growing their families. Millions of couples are seeing success via egg donation, sperm donation, embryo donation, and surrogacy. With these third-party methods, there could be some cause for legal concerns. That’s why we were so happy to chat with Amanda Troxler, founder of Troxlaw in Los Angeles. Amanda has been practicing family formation law since 2013. She represents hundreds of Intended Parents, Donors, and Surrogates a year. Amanda discussed things you should know about when weighing your options, the differences in potential legal problems, and more. Learn more about Amanda's services: https://troxlaw.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

About 26% of pregnancies end in miscarriage. Unfortunately, miscarriages have become increasingly common over the last few decades. Many families will struggle with miscarriages before carrying a child to term. Having a pregnancy end early can be very traumatizing for hopeful parents. Tune in for a chat with Erin Iwanusa, @TheMiscarriageTherapist. Erin is also the Owner and Founder of @TaprootTherapyNYC, a psychotherapy and social work practice in New York. We asked Erin about dealing with grief during a miscarriage, coping with PTSD, creating healthy boundaries, and more. Learn more about Erin's services: https://www.themiscarriagetherapist.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

The path to a healthy pregnancy is different for everybody. As medical advancements continue to be made, people are starting families at any age successfully.⁠ In the past, families were led to believe that there was a cut-off age as to when you can freeze your eggs. Now, we’re learning that might not be the case.⁠ ⁠That’s why we invited Dr. Zaher Merhi, Founder of the Rejuvenating Fertility Center (@rejuvenatingfertilitycenter) in New York and Connecticut., to our #IGLive! We discussed freezing immature eggs, "cut-off ages," rejuvenating older eggs, and so much more. Learn more about Dr. Merhi's services: https://www.rejuvenatingfertility.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

"Genetics is the spelling of your genetics code. While this has large implications in human health, it's only part of the picture… What if I told you your thoughts, behaviors, and environment can literally turn genes on or off like a light switch? Well that's essentially what epigenetics is!" - @drtylerpanzner. Dr. Tyler Panzner has a PhD in Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology and specializes in Personalized Health Optimization. We picked his brain about epigenetics and how environmental toxins may impact them. Learn more about Dr. Panzner's services: https://www.drtylerpanzner.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We chat with Aida Garcia-Toledo of @3littleplums, an environmental toxins expert and mom of 3! Topics include the lack of transparency in regulation of environmental toxins, the presence of 109 unidentifiable chemicals in umbilical cords, and how to vet products for safety. Plus, Aida shares her experience using the Million Marker Detect & Detox Test Kit. Learn more about 3 Little Plums: https://3littleplums.com/ 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 EPA, we spend around 87% of our lives inside of buildings, especially our households. At Million Marker, we encourage people to improve their air quality and reduce their toxic exposures by detecting their sources of toxic chemical exposures and reducing them with cleaner alternatives. Another excellent way to support your detox is by moving the energy around and cleansing your rooms through Feng Shui. Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art of arranging buildings, objects, and space in an environment to achieve harmony and balance. That's why we talked about Feng Shui on IG Live with @alejandragbradylifestyled. Alejandra Brady is the author of What Should I Feng Shui Today? We’re excited to learn more about Feng Shui and how it can enrich our lives. Learn more about Alejandra's services: https://linktr.ee/alejandrabrady Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Millions of people around the world have pets in their households. Our furbabies are a staple in our families and deserve the best care possible. Unfortunately, many pet care products are made with inferior ingredients. Pet food can contain synthetic ingredients and flavors that may do more harm than good to your companions. Some of these products, like litters, can contain fragrances made with phthalates that we inhale when scooping litter. These chemicals are detrimental to our health and the health of our pets. That’s why we invited Dr. Christine Bessent onto our IG Live. @DrChrisBessent practiced in her holistic veterinary practice treating horses, dogs, cattle, cats and birds on a daily basis in southern Wisconsin for 28 years. We’ talked about nutrition for dogs and cats, and how to help them live healthy and happy lives. Learn more about Dr. Bessent's services: [LINK] Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

A lot of what we do here at Million Marker is advocating for a healthier lifestyle by recommending cleaner products to people. Hormone-disrupting chemicals are a new concept to many people. It requires education for them to realize how these chemicals harm their bodies and the environment.To do this, we must rely on others to help spread the word about the importance of using hormone-safe products.That’s why we are huge fans of Hugh & Grace (@hughandgrace), and why I’m a Medical Advisor for them. Hugh & Grace does a great job by going around the country and educating people about the dangers of hormone disruptors. Today’s guest is a Founding Advocate for Hugh & Grace, Maria Aizpuru.Maria Aizpuru (@ml.aizpuru), born and raised in Mexico, and now lives in San Diego CA with her husband and two teenage boys. Maria is a teacher and has worked in education for 18+ years. She’s a passionate advocate for health and wellness with a focus on ingredients - the things we put in, on, and around our bodies. We chatted about advocacy and accountability among friends and family. Learn more about Maria's services: https://linktr.ee/M11lugo Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We chat with Dr. Chris Lee (@drchrislee), a Brain Coach. Dr. Lee talks about how trauma set him on a path of self-discovery that led him to help others biohack their minds. Listen for some tips on building healthy habits, loving yourself, realizing your potential, and more! Learn more about Dr. Lee's services: https://drchrislee.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

A healthy family starts with a healthy home. We were so happy to chat with Sophia Ruan Gushée (@RuanLiving) on our IG Live. Sophia is a healthy home guru and clean living expert. She has coached many households through her detox programs. She has been a guest on The Dr. Oz Show and wrote the book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures.⁠⁠Detoxing your home can be an overwhelming journey to begin. Sophia shared amazing and practical tips on starting a home detox. Plus, Sophia discussed the potential dangers of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). Learn more about Sophia and Ruan Living: https://www.ruanliving.com/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Food is essential for life. However, so much of our food is contaminated, whether it be from BPA in food packaging, heavy metals in spices, parabens as preservatives, and more. ⁠ ⁠ One of the worst offenders is glyphosate, a common herbicide found in #RoundUp. A study on rats found that glyphosate reduced levels of the CYP enzyme, which is essential for our liver to detox. This could potentially cause health problems.⁠ ⁠ Why is glyphosate used? How do we limit our exposures? What can we do as citizens to prevent the use of glyphosate?⁠ ⁠ We discussed all of this and more on IG Live with J Gulinello MS, CNSc, FNTP. J Gulinello is a Clinical Nutritionist/Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of @perpetualhealthco.⁠ Learn more about J's services: https://linktr.ee/perpetualhealthco 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 15% of couples struggle with trying to conceive, with up to 30% of couples who do conceive suffering at least one miscarriage. Increasing evidence indicates that our lifestyle choices, such as personal care and food product purchases, can impact our health and fertility. However, exposure to toxic chemicals can also impact pregnancies, as well as the development of young children. Those who struggle with conception and pregnancy already deal with emotions like guilt and shame.We’re finding that the more people learn about the role of environmental toxicants on their fertility and pregnancy, the guilt and shame have increased even more. That’s why we were so happy to be joined today by @JerryAHenderson. Jerry is a coach, author, and speaker who specializes in trauma, guilt, and shame.We talked with Jerry about the shame cycle, the power of curiosity in healing, and how to promote self-love. Learn more about Jerry's services: https://link.me/jerryahenderson Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

We’re always trying to find ways to improve your wellness, whether it be through improved fertility, health, and mental health. This Live covers social emotional learning, or SEL. SEL is a process through which children, adolescents, and adults learn skills to support healthy development and relationships. It involves the development of self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills. We chatted with our guest, James Woods. James Woods is a Marriage and Family Therapist and is the Founder of @DatYogaDude. During this Live, James talked about what is SEL, ways to cope in times of anxiety, and a few affirmations and meditation techniques. Learn more about James Wood's services: https://linktr.ee/datyogadude Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Yesterday, we discussed feng shui and how it can enrich your life and improve your stress levels. In this IG Live, we dive a little deeper into calming stress, as we discuss self-soothing techniques with our guest Andrea Evgeniou, MS, LAC. Andrea is a Therapist specializing in Trauma and Anxiety. Andrea’s Instagram feed has many great tips for handling stress and trauma naturally. She’s going to share some tips with us today, so that we can live healthier and happier lives. Learn more about Andrea: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_evgeniou/ Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

Sarah Sharp thought she would never have a second child after she needed a partial hysterectomy to treat her cancer, but her twin sister, Cathey Stoner, made it possible.⁠ We had such a great chat with @babyandme.nutrition + @sarahruthsharp of @talk2mesister podcast on our IG Live. These twins shared their story of twin surrogacy. Learn more about Sarah and Cathey: https://linktr.ee/talk2mesister 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 90% of our day is spent indoors, where air pollution can be up to five times worse! Being outdoors also allows us to spend more time in the sun. The sun does more for the body than just give us a tan or, for some of us, a burn! It also regulates our bodies’ natural rhythm. That’s why we were so excited to chat on IG Live with Erika Smith (@guts_by_erika). Erika is a scientist with a B.A. in Biology and specializes in using food, sunlight, and sleep to heal a leaky gut. We talked about how the sun is essential for your health, how it can help with digestive issues, and its role in your sleep patterns. Learn more about Erika's services: https://stan.store/Guts_by_Erika Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Detect & Detox Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/

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/