Getting Rid of Endocrine Disruptors from your Body

We need to be conscientious about getting rid of Endocrine Disruptors from our diets and lifestyle choices as they wreck havoc on our bodies. There are natural endocrine disruptors and synthetic natural endocrine distruptors that we need acquaint ourselves with.

Harmful Effects

As women, we are exposed to chemicals in our food, in our home, and also in our skincare and cosmetics choices. Following are a few potential harmful effects of Endocrine Disruptors?

a) Reproductive Health

b) Hormonal Imbalances

c) Affects our bodies’ ability to process vitamins and minerals.

d) Auto Immune Issues

e) PCOS

f) Breast Cancer

Examples of Common Endocrine Disruptors

1) Bisphenol A (BPA)

BPA is a chemical that is used in plastics.

2) Vinclozolin

Common fungicide

3) Glyphosate

Used in the herbicide RoundUp.

4) Dioxins

Poisonous chemicals released in the burning process.

5) Phthalates

Chemicals used in the production of many of our favorite products such as cosmetics, and skin care.

How to rid the body of Endocrine Disruptors?

1) Reduce Exposure

The single most important thing that you can do today is to reduce your exposure to these toxins. Make conscious choices about what you eat, and how you prepare your food. Pay attention to labels when purchasing products for your skin, hair, and even the products you use to clean your home. Go as natural and organic as your budget will allows.

2) Sauna

You can help your body with its natural detox process by engaging in regular use to release even more toxins. Read my other post on Sauna here.

3) DIY Products

To be sure that you are in fact getting high quality, pure products, why not create them yourself? There are a wealth of homemade DIY recipes on Pinterest that are not only excellent for your well being, but may even be more effective than synthetic skincare.

4) Detox

Utilize nature’s ways to detox your body. Our ancestors all had their own methods that worked for their cultures. Some of our ancestors used regular fasting periods to detox and regenerate their bodies. Others may have ingested various types of seaweeds that aid in the chelation of harmful chemicals.

5) Eat Your Vegetables

Eating lots of green leafy vegetables can help your body naturally detox. Try adding about six to nine cups of vegetables to aid your body in rejuvenating, healing, and detoxifying.

Getting rid of Endocrine Disruptors is essential to enjoying a higher quality of life. It is the beginning of the road to recovery if you are experiencing fatigue, immune issues, or other inexplicable symptoms.