When you think of babies, don’t you think of fresh, new life? In this video, EWG President Ken Cook discusses that, sadly, babies are not born completely pure and unblemished. In fact, they are born with hundreds of toxic chemicals already inside of them. This is an eye opening message that everyone needs to hear. Toxins are affecting you and your loved ones. Understanding the problems are bodies are dealing with is an important step in getting healthy. Watch the video to find out more and learn how to put a stop to this.
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Video Summary – Toxic Chemicals Babies are Born With
The video discusses a significant environmental research project conducted by the Environmental Working Group. The project involved testing the blood of 10 Americans for 413 toxic chemicals, including industrial pollutants, pesticides, and consumer product ingredients. The results revealed 287 different chemicals in these individuals, with some of these substances having been banned 30 years prior. Disturbingly, the tested individuals were newborns, indicating that these toxic chemicals were present in their umbilical cord blood, thus exposing them to pollution even before birth. The video highlights the dangers of industrial chemicals, the inadequacy of current regulations like the Toxic Substances Control Act, and the need for stronger laws to protect public health, particularly through initiatives like the Kid-Safe Chemicals Act. The presentation emphasizes the urgency of reducing chemical exposure to prevent health issues, including cancer, birth defects, and neurological disorders.
Is Functional Medicine Safe for Babies?
The short answer is, YES! In our practice, Functional Medicine has helped many children with health issues like unexplained rashes, eczema, diarrhea, constipation, intense abdomen pain, extreme allergies and colic. Functional Medicine for children is safe, affordable and usually takes less time to see results compared to adults.