
TMHS 893: What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Toxins, Autoimmunity, & Metabolism - With Dr. Aly Cohen
75 minutes
Hosted by Shawn Stevenson
Episode Description
<div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Have you ever felt like everything in our modern world is harmful to our health? Everywhere you turn, someone is talking about how our food, our water, and our air are poisoning us by the minute. And while</span> <span>it’s</span> <span>true that</span> <span>our environment</span> <span>has more harmful chemicals than any point in human history</span><span>,</span> <span>what’s</span> <span>often missing from this conversation is the power we hold to protect ourselves, and how we can equip our bodies to build resilience.<br> <br></span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Our guest today is Dr. Aly Cohen. She is a triple-board certified physician practicing in the fields of rheumatology and integrative medicine. Her passion is helping folks become educated on how to make smarter decisions around chemical exposures. Her new book,</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Detoxify</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>, is a realistic and</span> <span>empowering guide to reducing your toxic exposure while</span> <span>optimizing</span> <span>your body’s innate detoxification systems.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"><br> <br></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>In this conversation, Dr. Cohen is sharing the connection between environmental toxins and chronic illnesses like autoimmune conditions.</span> <span>You’re</span> <span>going to hear practical advice on reducing your chemical exposures, including the biggest levers you can pull to make a difference, how to make better choices without feeling overwhelmed, and so many more</span> <span>realistic</span> <span>strategies. Enjoy! </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span><br> In this episode</span> <span>you’ll</span> <span>discover:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How many</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>autoimmune diseases</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>there are</span><span>.</span></span></li> <li><span>What percentage of the United States population struggles with autoimmunity.</span></li> <li><span>How controlling your </span><span>environment can</span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>change your genetic expression.</span></span></li> <li><span>Which major historical event marked a dramatic change in chemical exposure.</span></li> <li><span>What </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the 4</span> <span>As</span> <span>of environmental health</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>are.</span></span></li> <li><span>How Dr. Cohen’s dog influenced her career trajectory.</span></li> <li><span>What GRAS means.</span></li> <li><span>How chemicals can </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>disrupt the immune system</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span></span></li> <li><span>Which periods of human development can make us more vulnerable to chemicals.</span></li> <li><span>Why </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>hydration</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>is one of the best things you can do to support natural detox.</span></span></li> <li><span>How sweating can help your body </span><span>eliminate</span> <span>chemicals and toxins.</span></li> <li><span>What to consider about </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>water filtration</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span></span></li> <li><span>The importance of having a strong motivator to decrease your toxin exposure.</span></li> <li><span>How sleep plays a role in </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>detoxification</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span></span></li> <li><span>What to look for when shopping for produce.</span></li> <li><span>The importance of omega 3 fatty acids.</span></li> <li><span>Which nutrient can support </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>heavy metal detoxification</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>. </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"> </span></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Items mentioned in this episode include:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><a href="https://themodelhealthshow.com/ourpla
Special Guests
- Dr. Aly Cohen