This episode is brought to you by AquaTru and Lumebox.  Environmental toxins, such as PFAs present in nonstick cookware, pose significant health risks, including increased risk of chronic diseases, fertility issues, hypertension, and thyroid complications. These kitchen toxins are particularly concerning as they can infiltrate our bodies through the food we consume, food preparation surfaces, and even our drinking water. By understanding the impact of these hidden chemicals and their common sources, we empower ourselves to make informed consumer choices, minimize exposure, and foster better health outcomes for ourselves and our families. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with environmental educator Lara Adler to discuss environmental toxins in our home. Lara shares the top sources of plastic and toxic cookware in our kitchens and how we can reduce our daily exposure without feeling overwhelmed. Lara Adler is an Environmental Health Educator and Science Communicator who teaches health professionals and individuals with health-based businesses to better understand the role of environmental chemical exposures in causing or contributing to chronic health issues so they can more comprehensively support the clients/patients they serve. In this episode, Dhru and Lara dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version): What cookware we should absolutely avoid (00:00:15 / 00:00:15)  What the PFA’s in nonstick cookware are linked to (1:10 / 1:10) Particles released by nonstick cookware and what we should focus on (3:23 / 3:23)  What should we move towards in cookware (9:37 / 8:03)  Top sources of plastic in our homes and how to reduce our exposure (16:13 / 14:39) Preventing cancer through lifestyle practices (22:14  / 20:52) Cocktail effect (27:20 / 26:06)  Easy swaps at home (36:15 / 32:35) What to do about plastics we can’t avoid  (42:55 / 39:50) What to look for in cleaning products (48:42 / 44:56) The impact of toxins on sperm (57:12 / 53:48) Food, water, and plastics as priorities to focus on (1:04:07 / 1:00:45)  Toxins in ultra-processed foods (1:08:56 / 1:04:55)  The importance of clean water (1:18:56 / 1:15:37) Also mentioned in this episode: Lara’s Shopping Suggestions  AquaTru is a countertop reverse osmosis purifier with a four-stage filtration system that removes 15x more contaminants than the bestselling water filters out there. Go to dhrupurohit.com/filter/ and get $100 off when you try AquaTru for yourself.  Lumebox is offering my community $260 off their FDA-approved portable Red Light device!  That's over 50% off! Go to thelumebox.com/dhru and get your Red Light device.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.