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Breathing Easy? Think Again: The Shocking Truth About Air Pollutants and Hormonal Health with Mike Feldstein

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Release Date: 11/12/2024

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The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

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The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

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The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

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The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

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Mike Feldstein is the founder of Jaspr and an air quality expert. With a background in wildfire restoration, air quality consulting, and home remediation during some of the biggest natural disasters, Mike started Jaspr to innovate in air science and technology. His goal is to protect air quality and improve human health using the latest air quality science.

 

Mike is with us today to discuss the critical issue of air pollution. We explore the misconception that indoor air is inherently safer than outdoor air, especially during wildfire seasons, and how pollutants like mercury can severely affect our hormonal health. Mike's background in wildfire restoration and air quality consulting provides him with a unique perspective on the invisible dangers within our homes. He explains how everyday household activities, such as cooking and cleaning, contribute to poor indoor air quality, emphasizing the importance of investing in air purification, water filtration, and proper lighting. Mike also provides strategies for improving air quality in public and private spaces, advocating for fragrance-free options in rideshares and hotels.

 

In this episode:

  • How indoor air pollution poses significant health risks, often worse than outdoor air.
  • Why wildfire smoke containing mercury and lead impacts indoor and outdoor air quality.
  • How Mike Feldstein's background in wildfire restoration informs his approach to air purification.
  • Why the Jaspr air purifier is so powerful for combating indoor pollutants.
  • The cultural differences in air quality awareness that exist between North America and Asia.
  • Why investing in air purification, water filtration, and proper lighting enhances well-being.
  • How everyday activities like cooking and cleaning release harmful particulates indoors.
  • Why chemical sensitivity is exacerbated by synthetic fragrances in household products.
  • How simple home improvements can transform living spaces into healthier environments.
  • How public awareness can be raised to address the impact of air fresheners in shared spaces.
  • Why designing modular home environments can reduce exposure to indoor pollutants.
  • How the Jaspr air purifier effectively cleanses air, improving indoor air quality.
  • Why addressing air quality issues requires both innovative technology and lifestyle changes.

 

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Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada.

 

Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs:

  • Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Individualized Weight Loss Programs 
  • Peptide Therapy for weight loss 

 

Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here.

 

Join our Women’s Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY!

 

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Karen Martel

Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert

 

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