Uncover the Hidden Toxins in Your Daily Life and Take Control of Your Health

Have you ever considered just how many toxins you encounter daily, lurking in the background of your routine activities?

The reality may surprise you. In our modern world, toxins are ubiquitous, invisible, tasteless, and impossible to detect with the naked eye. Yet, once inside your body, they can wreak havoc.

Below are common toxins you need to be aware of and actively work to avoid:

Phthalates

Ranked among the most prevalent toxins in our modern environment, present in a diverse array of items encountered or used daily.

Phthalates can be found in:

• Plastic containers (with potential leaching into fatty foods)
• Health and beauty products, especially those with fragrances
• Fast foods (potentially cooked using ingredients containing phthalates)

Linked to lower IQ, higher rates of ADHD, increased diabetes risk, and reduced male fertility, phthalates' damaging effects are concerning.

To steer clear of phthalate-induced harm, refrain from using plastic containers in microwaves. Additionally, avoid vinyl toys and scented cosmetics, including fragrances in shampoos, lotions, and creams.

BPA (Bisphenol-A)

Found in plastics, it can leach into your food and disrupt endocrine function (Regulates body functions via hormones).

To minimize BPA exposure in your daily life, considering the widespread use of plastics, prioritize reducing plastic usage.

Opt for glass food containers, steer clear of single-use plastics, refrain from subjecting plastics to high heat (like in the microwave), and exercise caution with canned goods that might contain BPA in their linings.

Trans Fats

Trans fats, fully synthetic lipids, result from hydrogenating unsaturated oils like corn or soybean oils, transforming liquids into solids.

Common daily consumables, such as pastries, chips, cookies, snack foods, margarine, and packaged baked goods, often contain trans fats. 

Linked directly to body inflammation and detrimental effects on cardiovascular health, trans fats can lead to artery blockages, heightening the risk of heart attack and stroke. 

Fortunately, the U.S. banned trans fats in 2020. Nonetheless, products with ingredients that generate trans fats may persist during the industry's transition away from such components. 

To steer clear of trans fats, avoid fried foods, eliminate hydrogenated oils from your kitchen, and stay away from packaged baked goods and snacks.

Sugar

Excessive consumption of sugar leads to the binding of sugar molecules with proteins and fats in your bloodstream, forming "advanced glycation end-products" or AGEs.

AGEs contribute to oxidative stress and induce inflammation in your body's cells, linked to conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and kidney disease. They are also among the three biomarkers signaling accelerated biological aging. 

To sidestep AGEs, significantly reduce your sugar intake. By limiting sugar, you prevent the binding of sugar to fats and proteins, halting the production of AGEs in your body.

Acrolein

Released during combustion, it's present in smoking, certain foods, and as a byproduct of burning fossil fuels.

Despite being employed as a biocide or contact herbicide, acrolein may also be found in various food items such as cheese, alcohol, coffee, donuts, and products cooked using wood or fossil fuels. Upon ingestion, your body recognizes acrolein as a toxin and relies on glutathione for elimination. However, this process depletes your body's limited glutathione supplies.

Acrolein has the potential to cause DNA damage and oxidative stress, overwhelming your diminished glutathione levels. This, in turn, prompts the release of C-reactive proteins (biomarkers of inflammation) and disrupts lipid balance by increasing triglyceride levels while lowering HDL cholesterol in your bloodstream.

PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons)

These are pollutants released during the combustion of organic materials. However, they can also be present when fat drips onto hot surfaces, such as grilling vegetables coated with olive oil. 

While PAHs are commonly found in meat and meat products, especially those smoked or grilled, they can also be present in vegetables cooked with fat, like olive oil, on high heat. 

Additionally, processed foods are a frequent source of PAHs. 

PAHs are toxic and pose a significant threat to your health, acting as potent carcinogens that elevate the risk of cancers such as prostate, kidney, breast, and colon. 

To minimize exposure to PAHs, opt for lower-heat cooking methods like braising, baking, or slow-cooking. Avoid high-heat methods like grilling and searing, and reduce the production of smoke when cooking your food.

Perchlorate

While not the most prevalent toxin, it poses a higher risk of exposure than anticipated. 

Commonly affecting industrial workers and residents near factories through air and water contamination, perchlorates are also present in rocket fuel, highway flares, and fireworks. Surprisingly, they are used in plastic packaging to prevent static electricity. 

Perchlorates bind to iodine, disrupting the thyroid's function, hindering the production of vital hormones crucial for metabolism and energy regulation. Coupled with iodine deficiency, increasingly common in modern diets, elevated perchlorate levels can contribute to hypothyroidism and other thyroid-related issues.

Coumarin

Found in cinnamon, excessive consumption can be linked to liver damage and higher cancer risk.

Yes, the cinnamon from your local grocery store contains coumarin, a compound associated with liver damage and an increased risk of cancer. The reassuring aspect is that it poses a concern mainly when consumed in significant amounts. So, you only need to be cautious if you regularly use large quantities of cinnamon in your food. 

For added safety, consider avoiding cinnamon types with elevated coumarin levels, such as C. burmannii, C. cassia, and C. loureiroi. Opt for C. verum, albeit more expensive and predominantly found online, as it contains significantly lower levels of coumarin.

While it's impossible to eliminate all toxins, and there are many more than just the ones listed above, knowledge empowers you to minimize exposure. Consider supplements to support your body's natural detoxification pathways, particularly if you've already been exposed to high toxin levels.

At New Being Wellness, we offer a selection of high-end practitioner-grade supplements crafted to effectively aid the body's healing process.

Choose a quality formula with all-natural ingredients, focusing on liver support, anti-inflammatory properties, and heavy metal detoxification.

Take proactive steps to reduce toxin intake and give your body the support it needs. Your health is worth the effort.

To a toxin-free life!