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One of the arguments for stopping the sale of DDT in the US was that it was threatening to cause extinction of various species of bird because it caused them to lay eggs with very weak shells. Several other synthetic estrogenic substances, ethynylestradiol, lindane, PCBs, cause eggshell thinning, partly by altering carbonic anhydrase activity (Holm, et al, 2006). Estrogen and serotonin activate carbonic anhydrase in some tissues, progesterone tends to inhibit it. DDE, a metabolite of DDT, reduces medullary bone formation in birds (Oestricher, et al., 1971) and bone mineral density in men (Glynn, et al., 2000). Among its estrogenic effects, DDE increases prolactin (Watson, et al., 2007); one form of DDT inhibits progesterone synthesis and increases estrogen (Wojtowics, et al., 2007)“ -Ray Peat

 

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“As we react to unsuitable environments, our internal environments become limiting for our cells, and instead of renewing themselves, repairing damage, and preparing for new challenges, our cells find themselves in blind alleys. Looking at aging in this way suggests that putting ourselves into the right environments could prevent aging.“ -Ray Peat

 

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“Republican lawmakers criticized the regulation, saying it will impose an undue burden on businesses since PFAS chemicals have been found in a wide range of products including carpets, waterproof clothing and food packaging, including some microwave popcorn bags. In a scientific ruling earlier this year, the E.P.A. found there is no safe level of the chemicals and lowered the health risk thresholds close to zero, replacing 2016 guidelines that had set them at 70 parts per trillion.“

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“Republican lawmakers criticized the regulation, saying it will impose an undue burden on businesses since PFAS chemicals have been found in a wide range of products including carpets, waterproof clothing and food packaging, including some microwave popcorn bags. In a scientific ruling earlier this year, the E.P.A. found there is no safe level of the chemicals and lowered the health risk thresholds close to zero, replacing 2016 guidelines that had set them at 70 parts per trillion.“

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UK drinking water has high amounts of this too - upper limit is set to 50x higher than european limit, its 100ng/l. and i think US is 35x higher than EU.

danes just changed it to <2ng/l of all 4 of the related substances Danish EPA more tough on PFAS in drinking water

https://setac.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/etc.4863

As of May 2020, 9 US states had concluded that the USEPA Health Advisories are insufficiently protective and developed more stringent PFOA and PFOS guidelines.
At the USEPA Health Advisory of 70 ng/L, an average rate of drinking water ingestion is predicted to increase serum PFOA levels by approximately 5-fold and serum PFOS levels by approximately 4-fold from the US general population means (New Jersey Drinking Water Quality Institute Health Effects Subcommittee 2017a, 2018).

Several states, including New Jersey (New Jersey Drinking Water Quality Institute Health Effects Subcommittee 2017a, 2018) and Michigan (Michigan PFAS Scientific Advisory Panel 2018), concluded that these predicted serum levels are well above those associated with several human health effects, and that a Health Advisory that results in increases of this magnitude is therefore unlikely to be sufficiently protective of public health


apparently activated carbon filtering can help remove some of it but may be with a special method, maybe reverse osmosis filters cover that i'll have to find out if the portable ones are any good.
adding lye to water & heating it transforms the PFAS to flouride Simple method destroys dangerous 'forever chemicals,' making water safe: Using common reagents in heated water, chemists can 'behead' and break down PFAS, leaving only harmless compounds but probably not good for households to do as leftover lye is harmful
& taurine can protect from flouride Neuroprotective influence of taurine on fluoride-induced biochemical and behavioral deficits in rats - PubMed
i wonder about how to lower existing levels in body, if it just resolves itself when lowering intake?

 

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UK drinking water has high amounts of this too - upper limit is set to 50x higher than european limit, its 100ng/l. and i think US is 35x higher than EU.

danes just changed it to <2ng/l of all 4 of the related substances Danish EPA more tough on PFAS in drinking water

https://setac.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/etc.4863

As of May 2020, 9 US states had concluded that the USEPA Health Advisories are insufficiently protective and developed more stringent PFOA and PFOS guidelines.
At the USEPA Health Advisory of 70 ng/L, an average rate of drinking water ingestion is predicted to increase serum PFOA levels by approximately 5-fold and serum PFOS levels by approximately 4-fold from the US general population means (New Jersey Drinking Water Quality Institute Health Effects Subcommittee 2017a, 2018).

Several states, including New Jersey (New Jersey Drinking Water Quality Institute Health Effects Subcommittee 2017a, 2018) and Michigan (Michigan PFAS Scientific Advisory Panel 2018), concluded that these predicted serum levels are well above those associated with several human health effects, and that a Health Advisory that results in increases of this magnitude is therefore unlikely to be sufficiently protective of public health


apparently activated carbon filtering can help remove some of it but may be with a special method, maybe reverse osmosis filters cover that i'll have to find out if the portable ones are any good.
adding lye to water & heating it transforms the PFAS to flouride Simple method destroys dangerous 'forever chemicals,' making water safe: Using common reagents in heated water, chemists can 'behead' and break down PFAS, leaving only harmless compounds but probably not good for households to do as leftover lye is harmful
& taurine can protect from flouride Neuroprotective influence of taurine on fluoride-induced biochemical and behavioral deficits in rats - PubMed
i wonder about how to lower existing levels in body, if it just resolves itself when lowering intake?

I bought a gravity filter to remove fluoride, and I am confident that it is clearing everything else toxic from the water, but unfortunately it removes the minerals too. I don’t even drink water anymore. Often when I am out I get offered a bottle of water and I say no thanks. It is no wonder EVERYBODY has health problems.

 

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“A new study in Nature has identified an environmental chemical agent that might promote gastrointestinal inflammation or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Herbicides with the active ingredient propyzamide, which is the subject of the research, are available in Australia.

The report says propyzamide may boost inflammation in the small and large intestine by disrupting an anti-inflammatory pathway.

Inflammatory bowel disease is a term for two conditions – Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis – which are complex chronic inflammatory disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

Research has shown that there are about 200 genetic loci associated with the disease, but less is known about the specific environmental factors that influence the risk and severity of IBD.

Now, the Nature study has systematically identified environmental chemical agents that promote gastrointestinal inflammation, and specifically identified a common herbicide called propyzamide, that may boost inflammation in the small and large intestine by disrupting an anti-inflammatory pathway.

Senior author Francisco Quintana, a neurology professor at the Centre for Neurologic Diseases at Harvard Medical School’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the US, says environmental factors are known to be important in influencing autoimmune and inflammatory disease.

Propyzamide is widely used to control certain grasses and broad-leaf weeds in sports fields, crops and pastures. It’s used in Australia under various brand names.“

Herbicide which might promote IBD in humans

Study identifies a common herbicide called propyzamide, that may boost inflammation in the gut by disrupting an anti-inflammatory pathway.

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At the 1:10:55 mark RP talks about nano particles on clothes passing through sweaty skin into the body…


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“One injection of estrogen can induce a large increase in the number of sympathetic nerves in the ovaries. At menopause, a similar “invasion” of sympathetic nerves occurs. The polycystic ovary (which is even more common after menopause than before, and some studies have found the condition in 20% of premenopausal women) responds to estrogen by producing nerve growth factor(s), and growing a large number of new sympathetic nerves. Although the hyperestrogenism associated with the polycystic ovary syndrome has many harmful effects, the invasion of the ovary by adrenergic nerves apparently protects it from the development of cancer.

Parasympathetic nerves, pituitary hormones and mast cells activate the ovaries. The number of mast cells in the ovaries is increased by the pituitary hormones (including the thyroid stimulating hormone), and by estrogen (Jaiswal and Krishna, 1996). Estrogen is the most potent of these hormones in causing the cells to release histamine. The overgrowth of the sympathetic nerves in the polycystic ovary causes the number and activity of mast cells to decrease, possibly as a protective adaptation against excessive stimulation from the many pro-inflammatory factors. The mast cells are needed for the follicles to rupture, so their suppression prevents ovulation.“ Ray Peat

 

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“Sixty percent of all clothing material is now made up of nylon, polyester, acrylic, and other synthetic fibers. These fabrics are popular for their versatility, affordability and durability that offers protection in cold-weather clothes and breathability in athletic wear; yet, each item made from these materials releases hundreds of thousands of microplastics per wash, with acrylic fabrics releasing more than 700,000 every cycle. A 2017 report found that a whopping 35% of all microplastics that enter the ocean come from synthetic fabrics.

Besides avoiding synthetic fibers in your clothing and opting for natural materials like wool, silk, and hemp – and generally consuming less clothing, as even organic cotton clothing has an environmental toll – some products also help limit the release of microplastics in the laundry.“

10 Simple Ways to Avoid Microplastics in Your Everyday Life - EcoWatch

While some larger-scale steps have been taken to limit microplastics – such as the microbead ban implemented in 2015 for rinse-off body products – simple steps can be taken to cut down on exposure to microbeads in your daily life, and keep them from entering the natural environment.

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“…you might want to take a closer look at your freshener of choice. "These air fresheners are very common sources of endocrine disrupters like phthalates. So that would be the first thing to go," she says regarding common endocrine disrupters…”

“Some air fresheners have been associated with carcinogens and harmful health outcomes, which is why Chen recommends opting for more natural sources of scent, like clean-burning soy candles and essential oils. Of course, essential oils come with their own safety concerns, too…”

3 Nontoxic Air Fresheners To Make Your Home Smell Naturally Cozy | mindbodygreen

Some air fresheners have been associated with carcinogens and harmful health outcomes. Here, find three natural sources of scent for your home.

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“Common environmental factors can produce hormonal changes leading to immunodeficiency.” -Ray Peat

 

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“In other words, consumers all over the world should know about the unpleasant chemicals that are still present in their clothing. Should our clothing come with a potential health hazard tag?

It is often the case that workout, water-resistant, wrinkle-free, and stain-resistant clothing contains chemicals such as PFAS. Exposure to PFAS poses a threat to long-term health, such as kidney and testicular cancers, liver damage, and developmental issues. Specialists consider them a “forever chemical” commonly used in food, clothing, and homes.
Much of the fast-fashion clothing contains Azo dyes, which are a group of cheap dyes that produce strong colors of clothing. These dyes have a carcinogenic effect. That’s because our skin can easily absorb it and possibly leading to skin and eye irritation.
Phthalates are in jeans, faux leather, and raincoats. United States Congress instituted a ban on phthalates in children’s toys and products in 2008, but some producers still use it in manufacturing. This chemical links to major human health effects such as ADHD, diabetes, breast cancer, and reproductive issues posing a greater risk to children.
Formaldehyde is used as a wrinkle-free agent on clothing that protects the garment from wrinkles or shrinking. The “new” smell of clothing may confuse consumers, meaning it is formaldehyde that emits the “new” smell. Formaldehyde commonly links to respiratory issues and skin irritation.”

Fast Fashion’s Toxic Clothing And How To Avoid It - Fashinnovation

The term “toxic clothing” refers to clothing made of synthetic materials. Such substances are heavily treated with chemicals. Learn more!

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“But why are hazardous chemicals used in clothing in the first place? Let’s look at three of the main fashion offenders:

Lead is often used by manufacturers for dyeing fabrics—particularly those that are brightly colored, says Trevor Cates, ND, a naturopathic physician and author of the September 2022 book, Natural Beauty Reset.

PFAS generally turn up in clothing items as a coating to make products waterproof, stain-resistant, and breathable, according to a study by the Colorado Public Interest Research Group.


Phthalates work to soften plastic and make it more durable, and so they’re sometimes spun into fabrics to make them soft and pliable, according to the Office of Science and Society at McGill University. They’re also common in waterproof items like rain jackets, faux leather, screen-printed t-shirts, and see-through accessories, like clear shoes, bags and umbrellas.

How do fashion chemicals affect your health?

The goal of the 1978 ban on leaded paint was implemented to prevent accidental lead ingestion, such as from kids putting paint chips in their mouths or inhaling lead-containing dust. “Lead is definitely associated with adverse health effects—including developmental delays,” Dr. Johnson-Arbor explains.

A 2018 study published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research International illustrated what can happen even if lead is not consumed by mouth. The study suggested that chemicals from clothing can transfer to, penetrate and accumulate in our skin. (The study authors noted that more research was needed for a closer analysis of each specific hazardous chemical of concern.) However, a 2019 peer-reviewed study looked specifically at phthalates in infant clothing and found that clothing does play an important role in exposure to textile chemicals.

Lead

“Lead is a heavy metal,” Dr. Cates says. “And what happens with heavy metals is that our body takes them up and stores them in our bones, our blood, and our tissues.” So, while exposure to high levels of lead is dangerous (lead poisoning can cause anemia, weakness, kidney failure, brain damage and death, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention)—prolonged, low-grade exposure can grow problematic.“

3 Major Toxins Have Been Found in Popular Clothing Brands—Here’s What to Know

Some of today's trending looks may be ugly for your health. Here's why one toxicology doctor says she's "most concerned" about our wardrobes.

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“Some people may experience an allergic reaction to the chemicals present in Tempurpedic mattresses. These allergy symptoms include sleeplessness, itchy eyes, rashes, nausea and headaches. People who have chemical allergies should not buy Tempurpedic mattresses, since these symptoms are unlikely to lessen over time.”

Healthfully

Find your way to better health.

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100% Cotton Clothing

Shop now for 100% cotton clothing for eczema suffers in sizes for babies to adults. We have pajamas, socks and more for comfort and relief.

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Does anyone use a Naturepedic EOS mattress? Review?

I'm deep in mattress-choice-paralysis, but I'm settling in on the Naturepedic EOS latex free mattress. Does anyone here have experience with an Naturepedic mattresses? Thoughts? Durability? I tend to be hypersensitive to many materials, so I'm a little wary of latex, hence the latex-free...

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“*Common environmental factors can produce hormonal changes leading to immunodeficiency.” -Ray Peat

 

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“I started researching making laundry detergent that is suitable for the washing machine in 2022. Pretty soon into my research I found out using soap flakes is not a good idea because of the buildup on the clothes and pipes. So I found a recipe without soap which only contained a combination of salts (sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, magnesium sulphate and regular salt or sea salt) along with some essential oil. I found it to work great only for clothes that are not very dirty and just need refreshing. I started wondering what could be the problem and I noticed the recipe doesn't contain any actual surfactants, the salts only act as water softeners and deodorizers.

So I made my own formula and I'm sharing it with you because I found it to be effective both at cleaning dirt and refreshing clothes. The formula contains 1% essential oils which although estrogenic, are volatile and will only last until the clothes are dry. Some of them enhance the cleaning power and/or are antibacterial, for example tea tree, lime, lavender, etc.
I chose to use sodium coco sulphate as a surfactant because it is strong, naturally-derived and easily available at natural ingredients suppliers in my country. Increasing its percentage in the formula will increase cleaning power but also foaming. Please note that this formula, although effective in cleaning dirt, is not a stain remover. Commercial detergents contain enzymes (proteases, amylases, lipases, etc.) to break down all kinds of stains. I usually use Marseille soap for stain removal before tossing the garment in the machine. Bovine bile soap is also good, especially for fat-based stains.

I prefer making the quantity needed (50g) for a 5kg load, medium dirty, each time because if you make a lot and keep it in a jar the heavier ingredients will settle at the bottom. For convenience, I also measured approximate volumes which I will give below.

This is the formula, sorry, excel files are not accepted. Suggestions for improving it are welcomed.

Recipe in volumes, standard cooking measuring spoons, leveled:

- 1 tbsp sodium bicarbonate
- 1 tbsp sodium carbonate
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp magnesium sulphate
- 1 tsp sodium coco sulphate
- aprox 10 drops essential oil/s”

Sharing my natural-as-can-be laundry detergent formula and recipe

I never liked commercial laundry detergents and the thing I hated the most was the incredibly long lasting artificial scents which I now know are estrogenic. For me that was sufficient reason to ditch them and learn how to make my own. Of course, there are a lot of natural laundry detergents...

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“In 2004, Professor Richard Thompson and his team at the University of Plymouth introduced the world to the environmental nightmare of microplastic pollution in our oceans and on shorelines, consumed by fish and other marine life and making its way into the food chain with potential impact for human health. Then in 2011, ecologist Mark Browne at the University College Dublin added to this field of knowledge when he found that 85 percent of the microfibres discovered on shorelines were human-made materials commonly used in synthetic apparel made from such fabrics as polyester and acrylic. He also found that a synthetic garment could release up to 1,900 microfibres when washed in a washing machine. Worse still, researchers at the University of Plymouth, found that a 6kg wash load could release more than 700,000 microfibres! Since some of these fibres aren’t captured at the wastewater treatment facility due to their size and abnormal shapes, they end up in our oceans.“

“The most common synthetic fibres found in fashion items:

• Polyester
• Nylon (also known as Polyamide)
• Acrylic
• Viscose (often referred to as Rayon in the US)
• Rayon
• Fleece
• Microfleece
• Elastane (often referred to as Spandex in the US, and Dupont has its own version, known as LYCRA®)
• Acetate

Sustainable fabrics that contribute to microfibre problem​

It should be pointed out that cellulose-derived man-made fabrics such as Bamboo fibres, Modal, Lyocell and Tencel® commonly referred to as ‘sustainable’ or ‘eco-friendly’, could have similar impacts on the environment. It is still early days, and scientific research into microplastics pollution from clothing is only just starting to emerge so the impacts of these fibres have yet to be conclusively tested and fully understood. Still, it shouldn’t be dismissed and one should tread consciously when washing these items.

On the other hand, there are no doubts at all that sustainable fabrics such as ECONYL® and fabrics made from recycled PET bottles release microfibres.

To gain further understanding on this topic, I sought assistance from biology teacher Claire O’Loughlin who initiated a pilot study into the microfibre issue and who generously provided her expertise for a recent article on microplastics. “And down the rabbit hole we go,” Claire replied via Instagram message. “Here is the thing: those semi-synthetics persist longer than a pure natural one. And what are they loaded with? Chemicals. Obviously all are not equal. However bad product could have heavy metals, formaldehyde, preservatives, triclosan, anti-bacterials/fungals. So in this case, what does the microfibre do? It acts as a conduit to deliver these nasties into our marine environments.”

Which Textile Fibres Cause Microplastic Pollution When Washed? Here's What the Studies Reveal So Far... - Eco Warrior Princess

Scientific research into microplastics pollution from machine washing our clothing is only just starting to emerge but we at least know that washing a load of synthetic clothing releases more than 700,000 microfibres, some of which will enter our oceans. Which textile fibres cause microplastics...

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Maybe it’s not the fruit you are reacting to….


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