Phthlates, parabens, persistent organic compounds… The list of odd-named entities goes on. There are numerous scary chemicals and toxins in our food, personal care products, household cleaners, and the air we breathe. Sometimes it can be easier to gently place our head in the sand and tell ourselves that “If it were unsafe, if they really had adverse health effects, our governments wouldn’t allow it to be used.” Right?
Did you know that there are chemicals banned in one country, but not in another? Sunset yellow. Brilliant blue.
Research indicates that persistent organic pesticides were detected at higher levels in individuals with diabetes, regardless of body size.
Bisphenol A, also called BPA, has been linked to higher levels of testosterone in women and an increased risk of breast cancer. That’s why the Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute recommended against drinking water from plastic bottles and food from plastic containers, especially when heated.
We know that chemicals are linked to infertility, to being overweight, to cancer. They cause inflammation, which is linked to heart disease and more.
So is toxicity linked to PCOS? The short answer is yes!
Fortunately, many great authors and researchers are producing excellent work and creating valuable resources to make life easier for you.
I wanted to share a great book that I highly recommend by a lovely friend of mine, Melissa Wittig. She, too, has PCOS, and this is an integral part of why she started on this journey. Every home and every woman with PCOS needs to have this valuable resource, and needs to take toxicity seriously to become well.
“Is your home healthy? Would you know if it wasn’t? This book is for those who are:
• renovating or building
• a parent or expecting a baby
• suffering from asthma or allergies
• recovering from an illness
• active in creating a healthy lifestyle.
Discover how to create a beautiful home for your family that is both functional and energy-efficient, and supports good health. Explore strategies to minimise your exposure to indoor pollutants that have been linked to a range of health concerns, including asthma and allergies, reproductive health issues, childhood development, and certain types of cancer.
Gain industry insights to navigate products and decisions in the home that will save you dollars. Learn how to adapt your home to be healthier and more sustainable – a smart way to live for so many reasons, starting with the health of your family!
Author Biography:
Melissa Wittig, a seasoned health-focused interior design and property professional, is an accomplished home expert. She is the founder of Australia’s Healthy Interiors information resource hub and authored the Healthy Home app, a finalist at the 2013 National Mobile Awards.
Sustainability consultant Danielle King is recognised as an expert in her field and serves as the founder and director of Green Moves Australia. She has provided industry input to government and industry bodies on sustainability in the built environment. She consults with and delivers training for some of Australia’s leading organisations and construction groups.
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