Kristina Marusic is an award-winning journalist at Environmental Health Sciences who covers environmental health and justice at EHN.org and DailyClimate.org. She holds an MFA in nonfiction writing from the University of San Francisco, and her personal essays and reporting have been published by outlets including CNN, Slate, Vice, Women's Health, The Washington Post, MTV News, The Advocate, and Bustle, among others. She recently published her first book:  “A New War on Cancer: The Unlikely Heroes Revolutionizing Prevention”, which we dive into and discuss in our conversation with Kristina. We're all exposed to dozens of chemicals that raise our cancer risk every day, but there's an emerging national movement of people dedicated to changing that, and Kristina shares their inspiring stories, along with the ways we can all pitch in to help make the world a safer place in her book and in our conversation. In today's episode you will learn: How the United States spends so little on cancer prevention versus treatments (and why). What are PFAS chemicals, where you can find them and how they raise our risk for certain types of cancer, thyroid disease, obesity, fertility problems and more.  The importance of protecting everyone through policy changes to remove these chemicals from our products, drinking water, food and more. Why filtering your water is one of the best things you can do to reduce your exposure to chemicals, and what are the best type of filters. Resources and tips to slowly swap out your household and personal care products in order to reduce your overall exposure to cancer causing toxins. Why childhood cancer rates have been on the rise over the last few decades.  We are doing an Instagram giveaway for a free copy of Kristina's book.  Head over to Instagram or send us an email ([email protected]) by February 2nd at mindnight central time to enter this drawing. Helpful links and resources: Purchase her book and learn more at KristinaMarusic.com FB: @Kristina.Marusic IG: @KristinaMarusic Podcast episodes: Podcast on clean beauty Podcast on PFAS chemicals Water filters: https://zerowater.com/ https://clearlyfiltered.com/ https://www.usaberkeyfilters.com/ Resources we mention: https://www.ewg.org/ewgverified/personal-care.php ​​https://madesafe.org/ https://blkgrn.com/ https://cehn.org/our-work/eco-healthy-child-care/ https://summitwatersolutions.com/ --------------------------------------------------------- Thanks to our amazing Sponsor, ENERGYbits.  ENERGYbits are a fast and easy for you and your family to get the nutrients you need. Effortless to take and organically grown, these “bits of food” are the most nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich, high-protein food in the world. Just swallow or chew a few tablets each morning or whenever you are tired/hungry to improve your mitochondria, energy, gut health and focus or reduce hunger, cravings or the need for caffeine.   Just swallow and go.  https://energybits.com/ Use code: living for 20% off your entire order ----------------------------------------------------------- Thanks to our amazing Sponsor, ZBiotics ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic is the world’s first genetically engineered probiotic. It was invented by PhD scientists to tackle rough mornings after drinking. Just remember to drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol, drink responsibly, and get a good night’s sleep to feel your best tomorrow. ZBiotics is backed with 100% money back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked.  Go to ZBiotics to get 15% off your first order when you use code AOLW at checkout.   ----------------------------------------------------------- Ask us a question/make a recommentation We'd love to hear from you! Click here to share your feedback and suggestions. ----------------------------------------------------------- Sign