Episode 223: Fragrances, Hormones & Simple Steps to Healthy Living
In this re-release, Erin answers your questions about the effect of fragrance on your hormones - plus what to be aware of with the products we use on our bodies and in our home.
Most people have no idea how harmful synthetic fragrances can be - or how often we are using them! The chemicals used to create or prolong these “fresh” scents impact our neurological health, metabolism, and immune system.
We’re bringing this topic back to the forefront because Erin will be doing a deep dive on autoimmunity here on the show soon, and exposure to certain chemicals is part of why autoimmune diseases are on the rise.
Tune in to hear why cutting out fragrance is a simple, easy step to healthy living.
In this episode:
Small steps we can take to get closer to non-toxic living [9:04]
Starting with the basics [11:08]
Fragrance and endocrine disruptors [12:22]
“Overly sensitive” or canaries in the coalmine? [14:37]
A non exhaustive list of product types that contain artificial or synthetic fragrances [16:29]
The real problem with fragranced products [20:44]
How these fragrances can affect our health [22:56]
Why and how synthetic fragrances linger [28:03]
VOCs: what they are and common sources [29:22]
Best way to protect yourself from outdoor pollution [31:14]
Let’s talk about phthalates [31:56]
Xenoestrogens and estrogen dominance [33:46]
How these chemicals impact our metabolism [34:43]
Mitochondrial dysfunction symptoms [36:55]
Resources mentioned:
Body Intentions Breakthrough (Available for free within the Funk’tional Nutrition Collective)
Organifi supplement powder (Save 20% on your order with code FUNK)
LMNT Electrolyte Replenishing powder (Use code FUNK get a free sample pack with any purchase)
Ned Natural Remedies (get 15% off your order with code FUNK)
Dry Farm Wines Natural, Organic, Paleo Wine (get an extra bottle for only a penny)
Studies:
FRAGRANCE IN THE WORKPLACE IS THE NEW SECOND-HAND SMOKE
Scientific American’s Scent of Danger: Are There Toxic Ingredients in Perfumes and Colognes?
The Danger of Toxic Consumer Products, Fragrances
Fragranced consumer products: exposures and effects from emissions
Exposure to Environmental Endocrine Disruptors and Child Development
Baby Care Products: Possible Sources of Infant Phthalate Exposure
Adipose Tissue as a Site of Toxin Accumulation
Phthalates and Metabolism: Exposure Correlates with Obesity and Diabetes in Men
Fragranced consumer products: exposures and effects from emissions
Learn More About Autoimmunity & Hormones
Related episodes:
185: Practical Strategies to Reduce Chemical Exposure with Lara Adler
184: Our Non-Toxic Home Renovation - All Your Questions Answered
