Dr. Tom O'Bryan, a functional medicine expert, joins host Myrna Young to discuss reducing exposure to environmental toxins at home. They explore the impact of toxins on fertility, brain health, and overall well-being. Dr. O'Bryan emphasizes the importance of understanding the hidden dangers of everyday items like food, cleaning supplies, and personal care products. He offers practical tips, such as drinking more water and incorporating houseplants, to help listeners take small steps towards reducing their toxic load. This eye-opening conversation provides valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their health and create a toxin-free environment at home.
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The Impact of Environmental Toxins on Fertility
Dr. O'Bryan emphasizes that chronic inflammatory diseases, such as Alzheimer's, heart disease, and diabetes, are largely caused by inflammation. Inflammation occurs when our immune system fights against toxins in our body. Surprisingly, many people are unaware that the foods they eat can contribute to inflammation, even if they don't experience immediate digestive symptoms.
For example, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that women with infertility problems who consumed higher amounts of fruits and vegetables had a higher likelihood of unsuccessful implantation and more miscarriages and stillbirths. However, when these women consumed organic fruits and vegetables, the outcomes were significantly better. This highlights the importance of choosing organic produce to minimize exposure to harmful chemicals.
Dr Obryan's Infertility Story
Dr O'Bryan what inspired you to focus on, environmental toxins?
I was an intern in my education in Chicago and my ex and I could not get pregnant. So I called the seven most famous holistic doctors I'd ever heard of and asked them all what do you do for infertility. They all told me what they do and I put a program together and we were pregnant in six weeks. My neighbors in married housing had been through artificial insemination and nothing had worked and they asked if I'd work with them.
I said well you know I don't really know what I'm doing but I don't think it'll hurt you. They were pregnant in three months so we're now four months pregnant and just hot to trot to tell the world of what we were learning. Our friends in Chicago had a sister who had two miscarriages that lived in Wisconsin and she would drive down and ask please can I talk to you. So people started coming to see me and and I was treating people out of my dormatory room.
I realize is that there's not much in medicine that's all or every, but this was every couple that had any infertility problems with hormones, reproductive issues, recurrent miscarriages, premature ejaculations, low testosterone, low progesterone, it didn't matter every couple had as a contributing component to their problem.
Foods that cause inflammation and infertility
They were eating foods that they didn't know were a problem for them causing inflammation. Because we think if we eat something and if we don't feel bad after we eat it it's okay for us; but we know in the science the ratio is 8 to one. For every one person that gets, gut symptoms, with a problem with wheat for example there are eight people that don't they get brain symptoms or skin symptoms.
They've got psoriasis or they've got acne or they've got rheumatoid arthritis or they've got thyroid disease, they don't get gut symptoms so if you think that you have to have gut symptoms before you suspect of food is not good for you.
Detoxing Your Body and Home
To reduce your exposure to environmental toxins, Dr. O'Bryan recommends taking small steps towards detoxing your body and home. One of the most crucial steps is to increase your water intake. Dehydration can hinder your body's ability to flush out toxins, so aim to drink a third of an ounce of water per pound of body weight each day. This simple habit can have a significant impact on your overall health.
Additionally, consider incorporating houseplants into your home. NASA studies have shown that certain houseplants can absorb up to 74% of toxins in the air. By placing houseplants in various rooms, you can improve the air quality and reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals.
Another important aspect of detoxing is choosing non-toxic household products. Many cleaning supplies, cosmetics, and personal care products contain chemicals that can be harmful to your health. Look for organic alternatives and avoid products that contain phthalates, parabens, and other toxic ingredients.
Phthalates are a group of chemicals used to make plastics more durable and as solvents and stabilizers in cosmetics and other products. They are also known as “plasticizers”. Phthalates are found in hundreds of products, including lubricating oils.
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Reduce Toxins for a Healthier Lifestyle
Dr. O'Bryan emphasizes that implementing these changes doesn't have to be overwhelming. By dedicating just one hour each week to learning and implementing new habits, you can gradually reduce your exposure to environmental toxins. Start by replacing plastic storage containers with glass ones, incorporating houseplants into your home, and choosing organic products whenever possible.
Over time, these small steps will add up, and you will notice improvements in your overall health and well-being. By treating your body and home like a temple, as Fran Drescher, the founder of Cancer Schmancer, suggests, you can take control of your health and reduce your risk of chronic inflammatory diseases.
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Conclusion
Reducing your exposure to environmental toxins is a crucial step towards improving your overall health. By implementing the recommendations shared by Dr. Tom O'Bryan, you can take proactive steps towards detoxing your body and home. Remember, it's not about making drastic changes overnight but rather taking small, consistent steps towards a healthier lifestyle. By treating your body like a temple and being mindful of the products you use, you can significantly reduce your risk of chronic inflammatory diseases and improve your overall well-being.
