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Episode 81: A Toxicology Expert Weighs In

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Episode 81: A Toxicology Expert Weighs In Stacey Heiny

Dr. Yvonne Burkart, PhD, DABT is a Board-Certified Toxicologist, Coach, and Corporate Consultant. She is a 21-year veteran of Toxicology with expertise in reproductive toxicity, particularly endocrine disruption, infertility, and cancer. She has also served as a Senior Toxicologist in the flavor and fragrance chemical industry where she helped to ensure the safety of flavor ingredients.

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. She lives in California with her husband and two children.

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What we talked about:

5:30- Introduction to Yvonne

10:10- Types of toxins

13:55- Things that have the highest levels of endocrine disrupting chemicals

15:15- Negative impact of the endocrine disruptors

16:15- Plastic

17:20- Importance of wooden toys versus plastic toys for kids

19:45- Silicone

21:00- Aerosol

24:35- House plants

26:00- Dusting

27:30- The negative effects of fragrances

31:45- Flavorings

34:20- Citric Acid

36:25- How to reduce environmental toxins

39:30- Wrap-up

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