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Microplastics & Your Health: Hidden Sources Wrecking Your Hormones (Ep. 198)
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- Fit Mother Project Podcast
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- May 21, 2026
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Summary
In Episode 198 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi takes a deep dive into one of the most pressing and underappreciated health threats of our time: microplastics and nanoplastics. Most of us know that single-use plastic bottles are not ideal, but this episode goes far beyond the obvious. Dr. A breaks down the science of how plastic particles are now showing up in human blood, brain tissue, arterial plaques, and reproductive organs, and explains exactly why that matters for women over 40. He walks through five clear mechanisms of harm, from hormone disruption and oxidative stress to gut microbiome damage and cellular aging. He also uncovers surprising hidden sources of plastic exposure, including tea bags, table salt, receipts, and cookware, that most health-conscious people have never considered. Most importantly, Dr. A closes with a practical, actionable detox and prevention plan so you can reduce your body burden starting this week. Rate & Review – If this episode opened your eyes to a health risk you hadn't fully considered, please take a moment to rate and review the Fit Mother Project Podcast. Your review helps more women discover practical, research-backed health information that can genuinely protect their families. Join the Fit Mother Community – If you want support putting these strategies into action, come join the Fit Mother community . You'll find encouragement, accountability, and a group of women committed to building strong, healthy lives together. Fit Mother Project Key Takeaways: Microplastics vs. nanoplastics — why size determines how dangerous they are Nanoplastics cross the intestinal wall and travel to the heart, brain, and reproductive tissue 90% of plastic particles found in bottled water are nanoplastics, the most dangero…