Have you heard the term ‘endocrine disruptor’? It’s often used in relation to personal care ingredients, but what does this actually mean, and why should we care?⁠ ⁠ Your endocrine system is the body’s network of glands that produces more than 50 different signalling hormones that maintain and regulate basic bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, fertility, and even our immune system.⁠ ⁠ Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are a group of synthetic chemicals (and in some cases natural chemica

Part 3 of my Top 10 Sources of Toxicity series Coming in at #3: Heavy Metals. These toxic compounds are often hidden in foods imported from overseas—especially from China—or in non-organic produce and processed goods. Stick with organic and shop local when it comes to your fruits, veggies, dairy, and meat. At #4: BPA (Bisphenol A). This hormone-disrupting chemical is found in plastics, food packaging, and even the lining of canned goods. It’s a major endocrine disruptor—and it adds up fast. Choo