A necessary step towards improving your health, is identifying, swapping and detoxing from xenoestrogens.
Thread on how to do it.
Thread on how to do it.
Standard disclaimer that this does not constitute medical advice*
Xenoestrogens are estrogen mimicking compounds which are not produced by our bodies.
They are structurally or functionally related to human sex hormone 17β-estradiol and bind the
Xenoestrogens are estrogen mimicking compounds which are not produced by our bodies.
They are structurally or functionally related to human sex hormone 17β-estradiol and bind the
estrogen receptors.
Xenoestrogens are suspected to be associated with:
-Altered reproductive function
-Increased incidence of breast cancer
-Prostate cancer
-Hormonal imbalances
-Obesity
-Abnormal growth patterns
-Neurodevelopmental delays
-Changes in immune function.
Xenoestrogens are suspected to be associated with:
-Altered reproductive function
-Increased incidence of breast cancer
-Prostate cancer
-Hormonal imbalances
-Obesity
-Abnormal growth patterns
-Neurodevelopmental delays
-Changes in immune function.
-Low testosterone, free testosterone, LH, FSH and GnRH
-Hypothyroidism
-Migraines
-Skin problems
-Anemia
-Increased aromatase enzyme activity and SHBG
-Gut issues
Estrogens and their metabolites after all are in general known to be involved in the pathogenesis of cancerous
-Hypothyroidism
-Migraines
-Skin problems
-Anemia
-Increased aromatase enzyme activity and SHBG
-Gut issues
Estrogens and their metabolites after all are in general known to be involved in the pathogenesis of cancerous
illness of breast, uterus, ovary, testicle, prostate and kidney.
They can also affect the mood in a negative way both for men and for women.
Xenoestrogens are recognized by the body almost as normal estrogens so they are one of the main reasons for estrogen dominance in
They can also affect the mood in a negative way both for men and for women.
Xenoestrogens are recognized by the body almost as normal estrogens so they are one of the main reasons for estrogen dominance in
today’s society.
Xenoestrogens are everywhere nowadays, so here’s what you should get rid of first and foremost.
Xenoestrogens are everywhere nowadays, so here’s what you should get rid of first and foremost.
1)No PUFAs
PUFAs are as potent of a xenoestrogen as the ones we are about to see and have a detrimental effect on the reproductive (they also promote cancer on the reproductive organs) and the endocrine system in general (both for men and women).
PUFAs are as potent of a xenoestrogen as the ones we are about to see and have a detrimental effect on the reproductive (they also promote cancer on the reproductive organs) and the endocrine system in general (both for men and women).
2)No plastic
Most plastic products can release chemicals that act like estrogen even in products that don't contain BPA (BPA is a weak synthetic estrogen).
BPA is an endocrine disruptor, numerous studies have found that animals which were exposed to even low levels of BPA,
Most plastic products can release chemicals that act like estrogen even in products that don't contain BPA (BPA is a weak synthetic estrogen).
BPA is an endocrine disruptor, numerous studies have found that animals which were exposed to even low levels of BPA,
had elevated rates of prostate cancer, decreased sperm count, diabetes, low testosterone and neurological problems.
Plastic also contains phthalates which are associated with increased prenatal mortality, reduced growth and birth weight.
Some plastic products also contain
Plastic also contains phthalates which are associated with increased prenatal mortality, reduced growth and birth weight.
Some plastic products also contain
benzophenones but these are a bigger threat in personal care products since they come in direct contact with our skin.
Note: some product’s labels might say “BPA free” but most of them include BPS which you should also avoid.
Note: some product’s labels might say “BPA free” but most of them include BPS which you should also avoid.
3) No fragrances
The chemicals used in order to make “fragrances” are classified as allergens, hormone disruptors , asthma triggers, neurotoxins, carcinogens and they also contain phthalates, which are a serious endocrine disruption.
Fragrances frequently cause allergies,
The chemicals used in order to make “fragrances” are classified as allergens, hormone disruptors , asthma triggers, neurotoxins, carcinogens and they also contain phthalates, which are a serious endocrine disruption.
Fragrances frequently cause allergies,
dermatitis, respiratory distress and reproductive problems.
4)No triclosan
Triclosan is also an endocrine disruptor which the FDA has banned from soaps but not toothpastes and has shown to decrease some thyroid hormones.
4)No triclosan
Triclosan is also an endocrine disruptor which the FDA has banned from soaps but not toothpastes and has shown to decrease some thyroid hormones.
5)No parabens
Parabens are the mother of all xenoestrogens since they are absorbed so quickly by your skin.
Parabens are associated with increased risk of breast cancer and they can be found in makeup, body washes, deodorants, shampoos and facial cleansers.
Parabens are the mother of all xenoestrogens since they are absorbed so quickly by your skin.
Parabens are associated with increased risk of breast cancer and they can be found in makeup, body washes, deodorants, shampoos and facial cleansers.
So you basically need to get rid of all the toxic feeled shampoos , moisturizers , sunscreens , fragrances, toothpastes, shaving creams and cleaning products.
6) No PFAS/PFCS
PFAS are used to create non-stick surfaces mostly and are toxic and when heated they release
6) No PFAS/PFCS
PFAS are used to create non-stick surfaces mostly and are toxic and when heated they release
perfluorooctanoic acid which is linked to thyroid disease, infertility, and a lot of reproductive problems.
The US EPA has aruled perfluorinated compounds PFCs as "likely carcinogens".
PFCs are used to create heat-resistant and non-stick coatings as well.
The US EPA has aruled perfluorinated compounds PFCs as "likely carcinogens".
PFCs are used to create heat-resistant and non-stick coatings as well.
Now here are some natural alternatives to all of these:
-Mineral based sunscreens and deodorants
-Olive oil soap
-Aloe vera
-Coconut oil (from sunscreen, to mouthwash)
-For a quick toothpaste recipe try mixing (aluminum free) baking soda, sea salt, eggshell powder and coconut
-Mineral based sunscreens and deodorants
-Olive oil soap
-Aloe vera
-Coconut oil (from sunscreen, to mouthwash)
-For a quick toothpaste recipe try mixing (aluminum free) baking soda, sea salt, eggshell powder and coconut
oil.
-ACV for cleaning
-Natural peppermint spray
-Glass “tupperware”
-Old school skillets and wood cutting boards
-Stick to clothes made out of cotton and merino wool (this one is important, the clothes we wear matter for our health more than we might want to think since our
-ACV for cleaning
-Natural peppermint spray
-Glass “tupperware”
-Old school skillets and wood cutting boards
-Stick to clothes made out of cotton and merino wool (this one is important, the clothes we wear matter for our health more than we might want to think since our
entire body is in direct contact with them. Polyester for example increase miscarriages in women and reduces male fertility at a scary rate.
Also many people nowadays have developed acne all over their body due to polyester (especially if they wear polyester at the gym)).
Also many people nowadays have developed acne all over their body due to polyester (especially if they wear polyester at the gym)).
And last but definitely not least no tap water.
Most of our bodies contain water.
Water is a carrier, well the problem is what it carries.
Tap water contains:
-Atrazine
-Chlorine
-Arsenic
-S.fluoride
-Heavy metals
-Antidepressants, birth control and other medications
Most of our bodies contain water.
Water is a carrier, well the problem is what it carries.
Tap water contains:
-Atrazine
-Chlorine
-Arsenic
-S.fluoride
-Heavy metals
-Antidepressants, birth control and other medications
How to detox from xenoestrogens 101
1. Avoid as many sources of xenoestrogen as you can and switch to replace them with natural alternatives.
From plastic bottles, PUFAs and teflon pans all the way to tap water.
2. Sweat in the sauna 2-3 times a week in order to detox from
1. Avoid as many sources of xenoestrogen as you can and switch to replace them with natural alternatives.
From plastic bottles, PUFAs and teflon pans all the way to tap water.
2. Sweat in the sauna 2-3 times a week in order to detox from
endocrine disruptors like phthalates and BPA.
3. Try to incorporate some mild natural aromatase inhibitors in your diet such as:
-Citrus fruits (or anything that contains naringenin)
-Chamomile
-Olive oil (and olives)
-Red palm oil
-Mushrooms
3. Try to incorporate some mild natural aromatase inhibitors in your diet such as:
-Citrus fruits (or anything that contains naringenin)
-Chamomile
-Olive oil (and olives)
-Red palm oil
-Mushrooms
4. Get enough beta carotene and vitamin A from whole foods such as pumpkin, carrots and beef liver since retinol can aid in bisphenol-A detoxification.
Carrots will also help bind excess estrogens in the gut preventing their reabsorption.
Carrots will also help bind excess estrogens in the gut preventing their reabsorption.
5. Don’t forget that you can support liver detoxification with foods high in sulfur such as onion and garlic.
6. Activated charcoal (and the other binders that were mentioned on the heavy metal detox) that binds to xenoestrogens and dead bacteria besides endotoxins.
6. Activated charcoal (and the other binders that were mentioned on the heavy metal detox) that binds to xenoestrogens and dead bacteria besides endotoxins.
7. Boron
Boron is a trace mineral which will displace fluoride from the glands and lower calcification of the soft tissue.
6mg per day seems to be the ideal number for supplementing for up to 4 weeks and from there on prunes and raisins seem to provide enough amounts.
Boron is a trace mineral which will displace fluoride from the glands and lower calcification of the soft tissue.
6mg per day seems to be the ideal number for supplementing for up to 4 weeks and from there on prunes and raisins seem to provide enough amounts.
8. Provide the right nutrients that will help your liver detoxify xenoestrogens.
This is a two part process that happens in the liver.
In order to support the first part, you will need to optimize glutathione as demonstrated on the thyroid health chapter, provide enough
This is a two part process that happens in the liver.
In order to support the first part, you will need to optimize glutathione as demonstrated on the thyroid health chapter, provide enough
B vitamins through an animal based diet, keep the beta carotene at high doses and perhaps supplement with milk thistle as well.
In order to support the second part, you will need bone marrow for glutamine, eggs for choline, magnesium glycinate, vitamin C rich foods and perhaps
In order to support the second part, you will need bone marrow for glutamine, eggs for choline, magnesium glycinate, vitamin C rich foods and perhaps
aurine supplementation.
Last but not least, do not skip on vitamin E rich foods as well.
Many of the side effects of estrogen can be offset by vitamin E but estrogen increases the body’s needs for vitamin E as well.
Last but not least, do not skip on vitamin E rich foods as well.
Many of the side effects of estrogen can be offset by vitamin E but estrogen increases the body’s needs for vitamin E as well.
That's about it.
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