Critical Alert!
You might be shocked to discover that we are ingesting about a credit card’s worth of plastic each week through our food & water, and even the air we breathe.
Our food is wrapped in it, our water is bottled in plastics, and even the containers we microwave leach plastics into our meals.
This constant exposure to microplastics is disruptive, especially to our hormonal systems.
In men, it manifests as estrogen mimicry often leading to impotence or infertility and a testosterone imbalance.
In women, it disrupts hormonal balance, leading to issues like low libido, mood swings, and frustrating weight gain that seems almost impossible to shed.
But it’s not just adults who are affected.
Our children are born into this plastic-riddled world, inheriting our compromised gut microbiomes, which sets the stage for a multitude of health challenges from a very young age.
These can range from allergies and eczema to more severe conditions like ADHD and various mental health issues as they grow older.
Despite our best efforts to avoid plastics, our society’s reliance on this material makes it nearly impossible to eliminate exposure entirely.
That’s the bad news.
But don’t despair just yet!
There is a ray of hope, and it resides within us—our gut microbiome.
Our gut is teeming with trillions of good bacteria, the unsung heroes that gobble up plastic and detoxify our bodies.
Maintaining and replenishing these beneficial bacteria daily is crucial, especially considering the hormonal havoc wreaked by plastics.
However, the reality is grim—over 95% of people in the Western world are living with ‘metabolic disorder’ due to an unhealthy gut microbiome.
The consequences of a compromised gut are far-reaching.
From digestive issues and food sensitivities in infants to mental health challenges across all age groups.
The underlying link is the gut microbiome.
Dr. Campbell McBride highlights this in her groundbreaking work, ‘Gut and Psychology Syndrome’, where she connects abnormal gut flora in mothers to physical and psychological issues in children, which manifest long before any psychological symptoms become evident.
These children may suffer from eczema, asthma, malnutrition, hyperactivity, dyspraxia, dyslexia, and an array of behavioral issues, which are merely the tip of the iceberg.
As they reach their teenage years, they are at a higher risk of severe mental illnesses—all rooted in the gut microbiome’s health.
So, what can we do?
First, understanding the importance of a healthy gut microbiome is key.
It’s not just about avoiding sickness; it’s about fostering vitality and mental clarity.
Our gut is our first brain, and its health reflects directly on our overall well-being.
To combat these issues, Peter and I have made significant changes in our diet and lifestyle to support our gut health.
We’ve drastically reduced our intake of empty carbohydrates and sugars, which are known to feed the bad bacteria and yeasts in our gut.
Instead, we’ve increased our consumption of good fats like organic butter, which not only is satisfying but also has antimicrobial properties that help keep our gut flora in balance.
Your liver loves butter as well!
It uses this wonderful source of fat to detoxify itself.
This is super important since your liver is in charge of healthy hormones and it purifies your blood every 3 minutes!
Additionally, we’ve embraced fermented foods, a cornerstone of gut health.
These foods, like sauerkraut and kimchi from Love Your Guts Co., are packed with probiotics that replenish our gut microbiome.
These fermented foods help to eliminate harmful toxins and fight off the yeasts and fungi that can overpopulate our systems and lead to leaky gut syndrome—a condition that allows toxins to seep into the bloodstream and cause inflammation throughout the body, including the brain.
We also strongly advocate high-quality probiotics that can survive stomach acid to reach the gut where they can do their work.
This is vital because most probiotics are destroyed by stomach acid before they ever reach the intestine.
We’ve carefully selected strains that not only survive the journey through the stomach but thrive in the gut to restore balance and enhance gut health.
Alternatively, call in on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to check out our full range of top quality probiotics.
I must stress the importance of daily maintenance of your gut microbiome because it is under constant assault from our modern lifestyle.
Unless you are actively replenishing it with good bacteria, the likelihood of suffering from metabolic diseases significantly increases.
This includes not only obesity and diabetes but also conditions like Alzheimer’s, which is now being referred to as type three diabetes, a direct result of insulin resistance.
In our quest to support your health, we offer not just advice but practical solutions.
For instance, our Purple House smoothie, rich in probiotics and essential nutrients, our e-book is available for free download on our website.
We also recommend natural supplements like Iodine, an excellent antimicrobial that helps in maintaining a healthy microbiome by combating harmful pathogens effectively.
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Remember, your health journey is a daily commitment, and each step you take builds towards a healthier, more vibrant you.
We are here to support you every step of the way, with our energy medicine practices and personalized health sessions, like the Full Health Audit.
Thank you for being an integral part of our community.
Your health and well-being are our top priorities, and we are committed to helping you live your best life, free from the burdens of modern ailments.
Remember, a stitch in time saves nine.
Taking action now can prevent more severe health issues down the line.
Stay tuned for more updates from us next week.
Warm regards,


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