wcw NOVEMBER 2023

More documents

Recommendations

Info

BEST MEDICINE, Inc. healthier you Longevity Medicine Hormone Therapy Second Opinions CAROL L. ROBERTS, M.D. 2106 Bispham Road • Sarasota, FL 34231 Phone: 941.404.8030 • Fax: 941.929.1200 Protecting Your Family from Hormone Disrupting Chemicals Obesity, Diabetes, Heart disease, Autoimmunity, Alzheimer’s, Breast and Prostate Cancer, Thyroid, Reproductive and Neuroendocrine Diseases are all on the rise in the United States. The European Union estimates the financial burden in Europe to be $209 billion dollars annually for health care expenses related to IQ loss, intellectual disability, autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, infertility and mortality associated with reduced testosterone levels. The culprit? Strong evidence supports a link between Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) exposure and these problems [i] . The World Health Organization along with the Endocrine Society and the European Union strongly support warnings to avoid endocrine disrupting chemicals [ii],[iii] . What are Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals? EDCs are everyday chemicals similar in structure to natural hormones such as the female sex hormone estrogen, the male sex hormone testosterone, and thyroid hormones. They interfere with development, reproduction, neurological functioning, metabolism, satiety, and your immune system [iv] . They are found in everyday, ordinary products: drinking water, canned and packaged goods, high mercury fish, plastic and nonstick kitchenware, cleaning products… And the list goes on [v] . And, according to the Endocrine Society, there may be no safe level of exposure. So, if you are a living being who breathes air, eats food, and drinks water you will be exposed to EDCs. While we don’t have total control of our environmental exposure, there are ways to minimize the exposure to yourself and your family. How to Avoid Exposure to Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals While the list of known EDCs is extensive, a dozen of the worst widely used ones identified by the Environmental Working Group include: BPA, Dioxin, Atrazine, Phthalates, Perchlorate, Fire retardants, Lead, Mercury, Arsenic, PFCs, Organophosphate pesticides, and Glycol ethers [vi] . Avoid them in: • Personal care products by switching to certified organic or homemade personal care products. • Drinking water by filtering your water using a high-grade filtration system. • Poultry, meat, and dairy products by buying and eating organic produce [vii] . • High mercury fish by selecting seafood known to be low in mercury [viii] . • Kitchenware by using glass containers, ceramic, and iron and steel cookware. • Cleaning products by creating your own cleaning products (vinegar and baking soda work wonders!). • Scented products (ie: trash bags, air fresheners) unless they are natural. • Household dust by buying “green” furniture/carpets (doesn’t contain harmful flame retardants, etc) and using a HEPA filter for your vacuum and A/C [ix] . How to Support the Body in Removing Toxins While avoiding these products as much as you can is key to getting at the root of the problem, it’s also important to understand that it’s possible to support your body in getting rid of many of these chemicals if you’ve already been exposed. There are a variety of tests that can help determine how critical the issue is. And, if chemicals are detected, we can work together to create a plan to assist your body in removing them. ————————————————— SOURCE: Dr. Watts, MD, ND, MSNM and Deb Spinner, ARNP, MSN, are experts in Integrative Medicine. With over 25 years experience in Hormone Balancing, a Post-doctoral Certification in Metabolic Endocrinology, and a Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine, Dr. Watts has put together programs that have helped thousands of patients renew their love and vigor for life. REFERENCES [i] Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism April 1, 2015; 100(4): 1245-1255 [ii] WHO, State of the Science of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals 2012 [iii] Endocrine Society, Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals, Where We Stand [iv] Endocr Rev. 2015 Dec;36(6):E1-E150 [v] Hormone Health Network, EDCs [vi] EWG.org Dirty Dozen Endocrine Disruptors October 28, 2013 [vii] Annals of Internal Medicine, 2012;157(5):348 [viii] Mercury Policy Project’s guide to mercury levels in different varieties of fish and shellfish (PDF) [ix] Environmental Science and Technology, 2015; 49(1): 113 [1] Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism April 1, 2015; 100(4): 1245-1255 Dr. Dan Watts MD, ND, MSMN The Renewal Point FOUNDER/DIRECTOR [1] WHO, State of the Science of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals 2012 [1] Endocrine Society, Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals, Where We Stand [1] Endocr Rev. 2015 Dec;36(6):E1-E150 [1] Hormone Health Network, EDCs [1] EWG.org Dirty Dozen Endocrine Disruptors October 28, 2013 [1] Annals of Internal Medicine, 2012;157(5):348 [1] Mercury Policy Project’s guide to mercury levels in different varieties of fish and shellfish (PDF) [1] Environmental Science and Technology, 2015; 49(1): 113 4905 Clark Road, Sarasota Phone: 941-926-4905 www.TheRenewalPoint.com PAID ADVERTORIAL 28 WEST COAST WOMAN NOVEMBER 2023
Great Voices… Powerful Music… Experience it! Saturday | Nov 11, 2023 | 1 pm Church of the Redeemer 222 S. Palm Ave. Sarasota 34236 VETERANS DAY IN SONG Presenting the songs that brought us hope and inspiration during military conflicts from the Revolutionary War through Desert Storm. Music bolsters the morale of the soldier and highlighting this performance will be tributes to our fighting forces through the centuries. Enjoy the music of Irving Berlin, George M. Cohan, Lee Greenwood and more. Joining Choral Artists is Sergeant Major (ret) Bob McDonald, baritone and veteran of The US Army Chorus in Washington, DC. Artistic Director Dr. Joseph Holt 2023-2024 Season 941-387-4900 | ChoralArtistsSarasota.org EMBRACE THE NATURAL YOU (with a little help.) Implant Removal — Breast Lift — Fat Grafting Breast Augmentation Tummy Tucks — Liposuction — Body Sculpting Arm & Thigh Lifts — Breast Reduction Sovereign Plastic Surgery Alissa M. Shulman, M.D., F.A.C.S. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon 1950 Arlington Street • Suite 112 • Sarasota 941- 366-LIPO (5476) www.sovereignps.com NOVEMBER 2023 WEST COAST WOMAN 29
Page 1 and 2: NOVEMBER 2023 Christine Kasten Pres
Page 3 and 4: NOVEMBER 2023 contents Editor and P
Page 5 and 6: 2024 WINTER OPERA FESTIVAL VICTOR D
Page 7 and 8: out &about Special Events The EcoSu
Page 9 and 10: Program 2 | Sarasota Opera House CO
Page 11 and 12: MEDICAL DERMATOLOGY MOHS SURGERY CO
Page 13 and 14: Is independence in your own home yo
Page 15 and 16: your healthier health you Craniosac
Page 17 and 18: She’s been with the Venice Sympho
Page 19 and 20: season highlights continued Executi
Page 21 and 22: SAVE $3 W/CODE WCW DAILY TROLLEY TO
Page 23 and 24: THE VENICE SYMPHONY 50TH ANNIVERSAR
Page 25 and 26: Nik Wallenda & Circus Arts Conserva
Page 27: coming up Nature and culture set th
Page 31 and 32: Dalí Alive 360° is a new dimensio
Page 33 and 34: Best. Labiaplasty. Ever. AWAKE & CO
Page 35 and 36: INTO REALITY FOR OVER A DECADE Wome

wcw NOVEMBER 2023

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?