Dr. Shanna Swan: How to Safeguard Your Hormone Health & Fertility

[@hubermanlab]

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[@LightWarriors4Life]

Already subscribed Andrew, always great and interesting topics and knowledgeable guests. 💪🏼🤙🏼😎

[@TT-mb6rz]

Mr. Huberman, it is movember, men's health charity initiative...consider if mention that. I know there are many charity initiative but around men's health not many....

[@thejass8986]

Waiting for a podcast on hyperhidrosis. (this makes me feel shittier day by day). I feel embarrassed even to shake hand while trying to communicate with people.

[@jsarracino]

I like when you earnestly ask questions for your mom’s health. ❤

[@FIGHTKING777]

Dr Huberman, on an unrelated topic. Could turkey tail mushroom extract counteract the potential tumor growth from BPC-157. Could you also please advise the correct dosage and timing for oral BPC-157.

[@aizome_textiles]

CEO & Founder of a textile company here, eager to share some industry insights. Firstly, thank you, Andrew, for hosting Dr. Shanna Swan on the podcast-she is very brave and ouspoken which is super important. Dr. Swan highlighted a critical but often overlooked issue: the chemicals in our clothing and textiles. It’s particularly concerning given the lack of regulatory requirements for labeling dyes and chemicals used in textile production. There are none! Many brands remain shockingly unaware of the chemicals in their products, often incentivized by a "don't ask, don't tell" mindset. The reality is that 99% of textile colors are derived from petrochemicals, with minimal safety checks required - even when it says "100% cotton". This lack of transparency has lead to widespread use of harmful substances, in my opinion akin to the past issues with asbestos or BPA. Over the past 20 years, we've gained a better understanding of how these chemicals are dermally absorbed, ingested, and inhaled, but the industry still has a long way to go. I want to sound the alarm on this issue and thus am thrilled to see Dr. Swan raising awareness. As Dr. Swan pointed out, while we can’t eliminate all environmental exposures, there are "low-hanging fruits" to address. For instance, you can detoxify your home environment, and textiles are a major area to consider. Shed fibers contribute significantly to household dust, and we are in close contact with textiles for prolonged periods. Focusing on items like bedsheets, pillows, mattresses, sofas, and carpets can significantly reduce exposure during the third of your life spent sleeping. Eliminating synthetic materials, such as polyester (which is essentially plastic), that touch your skin is especially important. At AIZOME, we are pioneering in this space by using only plant-based dyes, ensuring our products are free from synthetic chemicals. I also want to commend other forward-thinking companies like Industry of All Nations and the undyed products from Cotonique for their efforts in offering safer, cleaner textiles. Consumer pressure is crucial to shift the industry because making textiles without toxins is completely possible. I hope more companies will follow suit, driven by growing consumer awareness and demand for transparency in what we put on and around our bodies. Thank you again for facilitating this vital conversation! Michel May

[@aizome_textiles]

P.S. 📚 Great Read that is very well and carefully reserached - and has much less to do with fashion as the title suggest (I promise): TO DYE FOR: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick by Alden Wicker-an new award-winning, eye-opening look into emerging science of the health impacts of a commodity we touch from cradle to death bed and think very little about.

[@aizome_textiles]

P.P.S Thank you for the upvotes - as a non-medical experts, but with a pretty good insight into textiles and legisation around the use of chemicals, feel free to ask us anything.

[@WillKurt702]

nice ad

[@daybreakgames7733]

@@WillKurt702 And so what? I have no issue with someone promoting their product if it is for a good cause. What they said makes sense.

[@Zoomo2697]

The "birth control" pill in all its forms is one of the worse markers for bad health i.e woman's fertility.

[@MarionMM]

My jaw rarely drops when I find out which year someone is born in... she has done an amazing job. wow

[@AngelicaRocioAlvarezCerquera]

Wow, what an impressive guest! It's incredible how youthful she sounds at 89! Her energy and wisdom make the conversation so engaging. Thank you for bringing us such a fantastic episode!

[@desertdweller9255]

I was just listening to the whole podcast until the end when I glanced at the screen amd saw her! I was shocked at how youthful she sounds because I assumed she was way younger!

[@terrileeg03]

Dr. Swan looks at least 20 years younger than she is. What a gift she is!

[@re03387]

Wait how old is she?

[@essexlad8151]

​@@re03387Almost 90 👀

[@ReannaKWalls3]

@@re03387apparently 89 🤯

[@riteshshukla8003]

Andrew Huberman, you have completely changed my life. I’m only 16, and just a few days ago, I was taking anxiety pills, struggling with stress, and feeling like I’d never get better. But in just one podcast, you gave me the tools I needed to handle my stress without medication. It’s been a life-changing shift, and I feel like I’ve been reborn. Thank you for sharing these powerful, practical techniques, I’m so grateful for everything you’ve done. I’m literally telling you from the bottom of my heart, God bless you, I love you.

[@Gesundheit888]

Just one suggestion you might also try, (Dr. Georgia Ede) change your diet to mostly meat and very low carbs. Meat heals the brain. Dr. Ken Berry, Dr. Anthony Chaffee..

[@conbjjicon]

Such a young age to be fighting demons, get outside and move, lift heavy things eat well and enjoy the little things

[@Motherascending]

@@Gesundheit888there is counter studies, and other experts that say plant based is the best diet. Most agree Mediterranean diet is good long term. The China study, the film gamechanger, gut specialists say more plants the better!

[@Motherascending]

Great you’re learning at such a young age! ❤

[@joshuam3903]

Which podcast helped you stop taking your anxiety pills and helped you manage stress?

[@HMO16488]

Wow, what an incredible podcast and what an impressive woman. As someone that’s pursuing naturopathic medicine I’m often dismissed for what many people consider ‘kooky’ or paranoid safety measures - not handling receipts, not letting plastic touch food, wearing natural fibers, using natural body products, not using scented candles, etc. I now have a one-stop shop I can direct folks to with an allopathic/traditionally trained expert who has the data in hand. Thank you Huberman for having this platform and educating people about their health, even if there are political implications. Humans have proven to be a little too clever for our own good, and the forebrain that got us into this mess is going to have to get us back out. Your work is so needed and much appreciated.

[@kaitlinedgelifestyle7464]

I love how you educate us on female hormones and fertility etc. I wrote a comment more than a year ago about how I would love more on female hormones, fertility, birth , and especially postpartum and I really appreciate you bringing out podcasts like these! They’re all incredible but these specifically are greatly appreciated!🙏🏻

[@misha.griffis]

The way my jaw HIT THE FLOOR when she said 89 🤯

[@ASMRGRATITUDE]

Yes I rewound it.

[@user-wk8qq6nr1l]

100% agree! I already thought she was an incredible lady, but then I was mind blown when she said her age!

[@90daydifference]

Yea her 90 is looking like everyone else’s 60

[@misha.griffis]

@ Right?? The whole time I was thinking she was in her late 60s at most.

[@avibortnick]

Yes amazing. But is it possible to have that hair color at 89 without dye? Or does she have a safe chemical dye?

[@angelapolowin7708]

I LOVED this podcast. My word … I learned so much. Hopefully, at 77, I can still benefit from some of her knowledge. I have forwarded this episode to each of my three children - and asked them to listen and then forward it on to their children. Never too old to learn. The Huberman Lab is my favourite podcast. Thank you, Andrew!

[@JackWhite-he4qp]

at 89 years old, she is in absolute perfect health for someone her age, of course no one is perfect. I work with about a dozen of people in their 80s and 90s, give their meds, feed them, clean up, caregiving activities, I will 100% ABSOLUTLEY incorporate this new knowledge to help them live a better and healthier life, and my people were already interested when I mentioned how sea salt could and might have plastics, and pink salt is the way to go

[@donniet685]

The problem is that pink salt is more than likely contaminated with other 'bad stuff'. I can only imagine what is coming from those toxic mines in Pakistan.

[@JackWhite-he4qp]

​@@donniet685 Could see that definitely, and GOD ONLY KNOWS true...

[@Gesundheit888]

pink salt is sea salt. All salt came from the sea. Even the salt that is now mined in the mountains. Those mountains were under the sea way back...

[@desertdweller9255]

The "pink salt" is contaminated too because it's mined with explosives so those particulates are present in the salt as well.

[@donniet685]

@@Gesundheit888 Plastics definitely weren't around back when the mountains were under the sea. LOL!

[@millionmarker9564]

Dr. Swan has such a brilliant mind. We are honored to have her as an advisor for our BPA/phthalates test and personalized report.

[@shawnb2bfitness]

Dr. Swan is in great shape physically and mentally. What a great example. Even though I have long been aware of a lot of the toxins present in our environment that affect our hormones, hearing this podcast made me immediately want to do a new revamp of how my family and I live. We've long avoided warming stuff up in plastic, purchased organic food when possible and cleaned our vegetables/fruits with baking soda and vinegar, used coconut oil instead of lotions for moisturizing, and other things, but it's frustrating how many sources of hormone mimicking substances are out there. I know for a fact that, for example, many of the women that I know personally have been affected with reproductive-related disorders because of this kind of stuff. Thanks, as always, for such a thoroughly informative podcast.

[@Champlinchiro]

Excellent information. Huberman, you just keep exceeding expectations. Thanks for all of your work.

[@nadinexo]

Thank you for allowing us to learn from the best leaders & examples in health Dr. Huberman.

[@nenadcvele]

If you're a regular viewer, could you maybe explain to me what happened to him bashing on useless blue light blockers to partnering with Roka and selling blue light blocking glasses?

[@TheVarietyReel]

Sometimes I listen to music when I work out; other times, I listen to the Huberman Lab podcast. It's very therapeutic, especially considering that Andrew and his guests always discuss important topics regarding our well-being. I love that they are not alarmists; rather, they actually provide solutions to help combat the toxic elements in our environment. What's more, these episodes always drop right around the time I begin my workout every Monday, making it the perfect choice to listen to as I start my day. Thank you so much for all that you do, Andrew!

[@teteitlau6291]

wow I thought i’m the only one 😁

[@TheVarietyReel]

@@teteitlau6291 Nope! I'm happy to say I no longer feel that way either. Lol!

[@netreturn1747]

Great podcast with Dr. Swan! I appreciate the focus on endocrine disruptors in everyday products and practical ways to avoid them. A quick tip on the 'fragrance loophole' for those who might not be familiar: When you see 'fragrance' on a product label, it doesn’t refer to a single ingredient. Instead, 'fragrance' is often used as a catch-all term that can represent hundreds of undisclosed chemicals. For instance, you won’t see 'phthalate' (a common endocrine disruptor) listed on the label; you’ll only see 'fragrance.' This labeling tactic is similar to the term 'flavor' in food labeling, which can hide numerous synthetic flavoring agents behind a single word. The documentary “Stink!” covers this.

[@whatisfragrance]

100% - consumers need to understand the “fragrance loophole.”

[@NanoNutrino]

This documentary is free to watch on youtube now

[@mayelmaraashly833]

This is a sign! The timing is God-send! Thanks a zillion before watching & am coming back with my notepad as am sure I'll learn tons of new, valuable info that my ob-gyns would neither know of nor agree with!

[@XposedThornsXI]

Well, cleaning out my house now. I knew plastics were bad, but I didn't think about fragrances and plastic just touching food. It took us over a year to have our son and we've been actively trying for almost 2 years. Now, I have something I can do to help.

[@2krneki8809]

I did the same but now I am bit confused. So everything that is touching plastic is affected by that? I thought that only exposer to heat would cause contamination 🤔

[@WhoopWhoop10]

A big problem is plastic parts in coffee makers. Many cycles of hot boiling water. how much of that plastic is leeching out these chemicals?

[@jpm7049]

I was just thinking about that and search Amazon and Walmart for all steel coffee makers. Could find anything that wasn’t hundreds of dollars.

[@Gyrt-n1k]

@@jpm7049look up bodum coffee pour over it’s like 20$ and is plastic free and coffee taste better

[@sofifumagalli6063]

Solution: switch to expresso

[@baileycopeland6858]

We use a stainless steel French press

[@darkofps]

​@@sofifumagalli6063exactly what I was thinking.

[@ABfromAB]

Dear Dr. Andrew Huberman, all I can say is, I am truly blown away by the amount of information I gather by just watching your podcast. Both you and your guest are amazing. I absolutely look forward to every Monday. Please do not say quits to this podcast EVER. Thank you so very much.

[@chrisbenoit5044]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[@chloemcrobbie]

Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!

[@47151632]

Yes, steve_porss1 I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@BestOffer-ii9ny]

I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.

[@chloemcrobbie]

Is he on instagram?

[@47151632]

Yes he is steve_porss1

[@kimparke6653]

Why I am with Shaklee and have been in natural health my whole life. Excellent interview.

[@stoicvibesonly]

My jaw dropped when she mentioned her age. She is sharp as a tack!

[@donniet685]

Yeah, I would like to know if she has always drank distilled water etc.

[@daveduren5263]

This was exceptional and I join all others about her age!! I love it!!!!! My mother used to always say before she passed at 89….”you just wait until you get old…you’ll see!!!” But I don’t believe we all have to end up the same way and Dr. Swan is a living example! But beyond her age, the knowledge she shared was fantastic……and has made me open my eyes even more!! Thank you both!!!!

[@lindafell9847]

Omg!!! I love her. Soo smart and articulate. Ms Swan your information based on your studies are aligned with my own beliefs about chemicals etc re. hormones and health. Your a living example of what you talk about....❤

[@AmiViks7]

Wow! I could not believe that Dr Swan is 89! She looks youthful, is obviously brilliant and sounds amazing! And thanks for the highly informative, great medical conversation here

[@sarareyesrestrepo]

We need her back! This has been one of the best podcasts/videos on your channel Ive seen. Thank you! Greetings from Medellin, Colombia

[@ADVtheMISSIONARY]

I love hearing from a scientist that sticks to the rules of the scientific method, thanks for the video

[@TimeSkip-Chapters]

⏱️ Timestamps by TimeSkip ⏱️ 00:00:00 - Introduction to Huberman Lab Podcast 00:03:59 - Roka Eyewear: Protecting Your Eyes 00:10:00 - Hormone Disrupting Chemicals Overview 00:16:22 - The Thalidomide Syndrome Connection 00:20:04 - Storing Urine Samples for Study 00:24:10 - Examining Anogenital Distance in Males 00:31:02 - Longitudinal Studies on Anogenital Distance 00:39:03 - Impact of Early Androgen Exposure 00:43:07 - Correlation Between AGD and Sperm Count 00:51:17 - Sperm Count Trends and Fertility Issues 00:59:15 - Investigating Environmental Factors 01:04:12 - Atrazine's Effects on Amphibian Behavior 01:12:19 - Influence of Sibling Dynamics on Play Behavior 01:17:08 - Reducing Exposure to Harmful Chemicals 01:21:05 - Couples' Experience with Alternative Products 01:25:01 - Reducing BPA Exposure from Cans 01:29:04 - Eliminating Toxic Packaging 01:35:31 - Water Quality and Distillation 01:39:24 - Challenges in Food Sourcing 01:43:34 - Endocrine Disruptors in Medical Products 01:48:03 - Responsibility in Reducing Exposure 01:53:40 - Fertility Trends and Challenges 01:58:14 - Menopause and Egg Quality Concerns 02:01:55 - Human Fertility Innovations 02:06:14 - Endocrine Disruptors Overview 02:11:07 - Detoxing Endocrine Disruptors 02:15:18 - Closing Thoughts and Resources

[@Flow_with_G]

I'm so grateful for this podcast and all the science being shared with the public! I would love to see an episode on children's health and well-being, particularly how these are promoted and implemented in schools. The increase in sugary foods offered at schools and the rise in screen time are concerning. What does science say about playing KZbin videos to children while they have their lunch in school? How can we have healthy adults if we are raising children who are kept still during lunch with KZbin videos and whose sugar intake hits three times the recommended level at breakfast? Also, what is the difference between learning from a live teacher and from KZbin videos? An episode on children's health and well-being, and the impact schools have on this, would be greatly appreciated!

[@MelissaSvancara]

The episode with Dr. Casey Means has some of this information. It's a great one if you haven't watched. 😊

[@Flow_with_G]

Thank you! I have missed it somehow :) I'm going to watch it now ​@@MelissaSvancara

[@ellenkass9410]

As an older female I would like to know what Dr. Swan's skincare routine consists of. And thanks for all you do.

[@aizome_textiles]

To your point at 01:14:05 - This problem is often referred to as the "regrettable substitute." When a chemical like BPA or PFAS is recognized as problematic and finally gets banned, it becomes fashionable or marketing-wise worthwhile for companies to find a replacement. The key question we should always ask is: "What is the substitute, and what do we know about its safety?" Often the answer is simply "It doesn't contain XYZ, and it's our proprietary chemistry." This is not good enough. What we frequently see are these problematic chemicals being switched to so-called "regrettable substitutes." For example, there is now a large number of substitutes for PFAS that were invented decades ago, patented, and are now awaiting their time to replace the inevitable PFAS ban. These new molecules often look and behave very similar to PFAS, but they are not technically classified as PFAS, allowing them to circumvent certifications and bans. So a blind, knee-jerk reaction of simply substituting one thing with something else is not always the right approach. In a previous podcast, Andrew mentioned that "BPA-free" products often contain PBS, which may be just as harmful as BPA. This complicates the issue, of course. It just goes to show that the FDA or regulators need to take these chemical safety concerns much more seriously. The scientific understanding that for many endocrine disruptors, there may be no "safe" dose is relatively new. Yet in industries like textiles, there are almost zero safety studies required, and even in food, the requirements are much more lax than they should be. So of course, there is no requirement for regulators to thoroughly scrutinize the safety of these substitute chemicals before approving them, rather than simply allowing alternatives without a full understanding of their toxicological profiles.

[@donniet685]

I remember when milk and fizzy drinks were always in glass bottles and you got 20c per bottle if you returned them.

[@shirintobie-paul3501]

Thank you Dr. Huberman, team, sponsors and supporters. ☀️ THANK YOU DR.SHANNA SWAN.

[@AlexDebeli]

Thank you, Andrew, for keeping us informed and interested in science! Much love! 🙏🏼

[@nenadcvele]

If you're a regular viewer, could you maybe explain to me what happened to him bashing on useless blue light blockers to partnering with Roka and selling blue light blocking glasses?

[@rababali5846]

I’ve been waiting for you to do a video on this particular topic. I feel as if the environment and a magnitude of reasons play a huge role on the regulation of female hormones! One of my personal favorite topics to learn about!

[@mariatraci6171]

Thanks!

[@katealekseeva4260]

Thank u so much for exploring and shining the light on the topic of dangers of chemicals, plastics, pesticides, etc! This field is so important to everyones’ health, yet it is understudied, underfunded and underrated in the media. Please keep exploring and sharing the results with us! And thank u for talking about the plastics treaty! Only a significant reduction of plastic production can make a difference (because plastic recycling is not the answer, and it is dangerous: thanks to the research by scientists from IPEN, Greenpeace, Breakfreefromplastic and others. Thank u!

[@Cathy-xi8cb]

Do as much as you can, as often as you can. Easy to avoid food in cans. Easy to not heat up plastics. Easy to use glass and ceramic to drink (you can buy great stuff at tag sales in wealthy areas such as Berkeley!). But...People are lazy. People are distracted by so much. Don't sweat the plastic blueberry tub. The overall benefit will be greater than eating a powerbar wrapped in plastic!

[@sophiajmc]

I love Dr. Shanna Swan, thank you sm for having her on. Learning alot so far!

[@kellymount]

This is so fascinating and I pray for less plastics in our environment causing havoc with our heath ! Also I LOVE RANCID!! ❤

[@gregzaks6649]

A huge thank you to all the organisations and people who are trying to reduce the use of plastic and chemicals in our everyday lives. There's not much we can do at an individual level except moving back to the caves, those products are everywhere, but if we can change the legislation and regulations in the production and distribution of food and everyday items, then a meaningful change will happen, so thank you 😊😊😊

[@jDTo0]

Fantastic to hear this so clearly and honestly. Unfortunately unless consumers hear this and stop buying, the plastics, fragnances and pesticides will continue on. Thank you both.

[@nenadcvele]

If you're a regular viewer, could you maybe explain to me what happened to him bashing on useless blue light blockers to partnering with Roka and selling blue light blocking glasses?

[@rafaeldupa]

incredible episode! one of the best episodes so far! congrats

[@kristinawiese84]

Hey Mr. Huberman! I know you're always looking for solid recommendations on books, and after listening to your entire podcast lineup, I see the powerful themes you’re building. The book "Hold On to Your Kids" by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Mate would be an ideal addition. I had the honor of meeting Mr. Neufeld at one of their speaking events-such a cool, insightful guy! So this book dives deep into why parent-child attachment matters more than peer influence, especially in today’s digital world. Bringing Gordon Neufeld on the podcast would be an incredible way to spread these insights on child development, trauma, and resilience. I have no doubt you’ll love this one!!!

[@LaJarnigouenne]

I second that!

[@kristinawiese84]

I think this episode would feel like having Becky Kennedy, Paul Conti, Victor Carrión, Charan Ranganath, Esther Perel, and Robert Greene all at the table together!!!

[@finlaywhiskard3965]

This book changed my life.

[@heathervanhorne888]

I recommend this as well! He spoke to teachers in my old school district. He and Gabor Mate coauthored that book. So good!

[@christinedallen]

I am so excited about this one! I was hit with PMDD about 3 years ago now and I hope maybe y’all cover it in this. Either way, hormones are fascinating and so excited for this one!

[@markroberts6971]

A past friend of mine who was a medical teacher / professional developed two breast cancers. She started doing a lot of personal research as to why. She started researching endocrine changes in women historically. Her research discovered the relationship of DDT spraying, and its conversion to estrogen in the soil over 20 years, and its uptake into plants eaten and livestock? Especially into dairy products. Our food chain, and how it lead to early female puberty and the advancement of various female cancers. My friend ultimately had two breast mastectomies, and still died of breast cancer. Every pesticide through history “could” create similar negative endocrine disrupters. It is not widely tested, and definitely not in the best interest of the Monsantos of the world to share this information. Organic doesn’t eliminate all exposure 100% because soils are not extensively tested for concentration levels, but non-organic foods to expose us 100% to environmental hormonal disrupters. Yes, some level of pesticides can be washed off, but many of the pesticides are oil based and don’t wash off well. Additionally, most environmental exposures are cumulative, as our bodies store these poisons in our fats. Food for thought.

[@russak6950]

Andrew you are fighting one of the greatest battles as a first responder please know we appreciate you a lot!

[@JamesReyesNY]

The most important podcast of the century!

[@MercyShaver]

Dr. Swan looks phenomenal and beautiful.

[@makiisbro1129]

Wow swan is so healthy for her age, unbelievable. That just shows you how her research works to her favor by avoiding things that are bad for her

[@ildikoolasz1115]

Loving this topic. Thank you for making it accesdible for the everyday layman.

[@LawgicalXX]

LOVE your work, Dr Huberman. Thank You for your immense contribution to humanity. ❤

[@sandycruz952]

This topic was great. An episode on body dysphoria would be so helpful.

[@Cyberfarm9]

I would be happy to be interviewed about body dysmorphia!! I have been interviewed by a couple people. I’m not a psychologist or psychiatrist. I’m a mom, marathoner, former military officer, scientist (chemistry, hematology, microbiology), a daughter of a narcissistic mother, and I have had a lot of issues, but also overcome them. Trying to forego passing the harmful behavior onto the next generation. I’ve researched Primal Wound and the fact that my mother was adopted in a closed adoption and that fed her behavior. That affected her physiology while I was pregnant. When I was born she changed, even in photos. I cannot say enough about emotional neglect, failure to bond, cortisol, health impacts, compulsive behavior, OCD and ticks, I mean a wild cascade of failures. I have gone no-contact with that woman in order to save my health. Cancer had begun, dental gum recession, lung issues and disordered sleep. All from prior disordered eating and a constant low grade stress. Environment has played a tremendous role in these things as well; food, air, Wi-Fi, cleaning products, medications.

[@nadinexo]

if we could scientifically discuss the issue that would be great

[@DragonballG.]

The fact she is 89 is as much proof of her methods as her clinical literature. My god.

[@therapturedmichelle]

I hit the like button when she said age 89. OMG, her BRAIN at that age, wow!!!!!! Teach us your cognitive secrets, please!!

[@olgazavilohhina6854]

¡Hola Profe! I apologize in advance if this topic was discussed and I missed it. Did Dr. Swan and You discuss women's menstrual products? Disposable or reusable (menstrual cup, period underwear and etc.) This subject is usually discussed from "less waste" point of view. Which are safe or safer?Thank You for all Your hard work and care for all of us.

[@myunusedbrain]

Love ur podcast, Podcast with Goggins was the best.

[@NanoNutrino]

Finally, more exposure. Who wants to bet this is contributing to gender dysphoria that's so relevant today? She was asked specifically about this and it would require a very long study following newborns into their 30's, a decades long study. The problem is that the plastic industry is projecting and working towards tripling current plastic production in 30 years time. Plastic and industrial chemicals of this nature needs to be addressed now, not later.

[@donniet685]

Conspiracy theorists are right (as seems to be per usual).

[@terristutzman6101]

@Dr. Swan thank you for your research. I experienced "largely unexplained infertility" & now have IBS. As a family of cranberry growers in the early 80s was up to my elbows in Roundup in my pre-teens and teens that leaked in my rubber gloves for multiple weekends and summers. In my teens & 20s, I consumed Diet Coke, TAB etc. via cheap 2 Ltr, plastic bottles like water (instead of water), and ate too many frozen meals microwaved in plastic trays at school and work. IBS was recent, after a life stressor. I am either the best or worst research subject given my issues and open to helping advance science in this area. My 1-and only daughter has Uveitis and JIA. Further podcasts on this topic are helpful @Prof. Huberman, especially if reducing our plastic exposure can help those with autoimmune diseases as well.

[@theresarichards2189]

Truly interesting! Thank you for continuing the legacy of "Silent Spring" Rachel Carson...

[@kristenantonides816]

Hi Andrew, long time listener. Here to mention that I really hope you consider having Lily Nichols (R.D.) on your podcast. She is such a knowledgable, well spoken FORCE in the areas of: preconception health, nutrition, fertility and gestational diabetes mellitus. I would love to see her on your show, please consider!! These topics are so important for soo many young men and women. Thanks!

[@Pod-Clips1]

Had no idea the episodes were being filmed after only listening via spotify. Much better!

[@mannequin4sale]

Love this episode: been working gradually step-by-step on making these lifestyle changes. My preference for laundry detergent = soap nuts 🖤🙏🏻

[@silviarollano1285]

Great discussion. Thank you. I have to find new resources to replace products with cans. Dr Swan is a great example of aging healthy.

[@lutandawilkie9559]

Really helpful, Thank You Dr Swan and Thank You Dr Huberman

[@barbk2297]

I can relate to Andrew's repulsion toward synthetic fragrances. I cannot stand them. Perfume departments in shipping malls and airports, perfumes on people, and heavily scented products give me a headache and make me sneeze and dizzy. My body knows that all the above are toxins.

[@toniastubblefield8340]

Great topic. Thank you so much. I’ve suffered from PCOS all my life with no answers and no help.

[@angelaaberg8884]

Thank you for covering this topic! I love the action steps that we can take to minimize exposure.

[@ineriswetrust]

She is so sharp! Impressive!

[@AberrantArt]

Based on her research, what's the best style diet? Mediterranean? Keto? Carnivore? 🤔

[@MarioBishara]

Doctor Huberman, forgive me but I couldn't but notice that this Interview isn't getting enough viewership, I am suspecting youtube to be limiting its reach, please ask your friends and followers to share it, usually you get over hunderds of thousands within the first 24 hours, so this is really weird. Thank you for this great interview and for your work and the constant amazing effort you put into it, I wish I could be that great.

[@johnsalmons4724]

Apart from doing really important work Dr. Swan also seems like a wonderful person everyone would like to have a beer with.

[@erikaperry3508]

I have found that hair tissue mineral analysis does a wonderful job determining what your body is using along with ratios of minerals. For example, you may have potassium, but it needs to be in a certain ratio with calcium for your body to work correctly.

[@enriccoc7794]

I did enjoy how quickly Dr. Swan shut down Dr. Huberman's hypermale hypothesis

[@gz625]

😂

[@pedramarianmehr]

Thanks for your fantastic work doctor. Please make a episode about speech and language disorders.

[@Armansharifi-v7k]

Exactly. How to improve broca and wernicke area's.

[@dallinchecketts3786]

Thank you for what you do! I’m excited for this one.

[@Cindylaifitness]

Tysm for this eye opening podcast and Dr. Swan for your incredible work! 🙏

[@LandlineKC]

EWG is great resource!

[@ShambhuYadavPhD]

This channel always brings beautiful topics❤. Note I am a neuroscientist at Harvard and also create contents on how neuroscience knowledge can be applied in daily life, like using neuroscience insights to improve our well-being.

[@Amy_Watson]

Make America Healthy Again 🇺🇸

[@cedriclapointe5869]

How do I navigate all the chemicals being dumped in our tap water? Disinfectant byproducts are in our tap water so I use a 2L mobile water filter to reduce those but that water filter is plastic so it contains BPA/BPS/BPF's.

[@MXSHEP]

Perfect timing for this episode, thanks huberman

[@guillaumepauron1141]

Great podcast ! Thank you very much for all this knowledge ! I still have one question, do you think ultrasonic devices are really effective in cleaning fruits and vegetables from pesticides and microplastics ?

[@KendraBuck-g9m]

Dr. Huberman, I get so much out of all of your shows, but this one was particularly wonderful. You asked the questions as they were occurring to me! Have you compiled a list of “clean” brands your listeners can support?

[@laniehei1470]

Dr. Swan mentioned that we should bulk buying to reduce plastic touching our food. I’m all for bulk buying to reduce plastic creation/consumption, but the bulk items are stored i by plastic bins for a period of time, and probably transported in a plastic container of some sort. Is this really measurably reducing our plastic exposure?

[@justinknowles4752]

Thanks again Dr. Huberman!

[@kalyan.krishna74]

Monday should be renamed as Andrew Huberman day !! I am petitioning this after I am elected to the House of Representatives.

[@roberthopkins8089]

Blown my mind...... Looks like anything but natures way is not just a sin but were paying for it directly in the now... So much needs to change at production level....

[@AndrejIzAwesome]

Thank you both for this 🙌🏻

[@StephanieDelisle-Newberry-q6b]

Great episode! i Always love to learn !

[@charleemonkee]

Dr. Shanna Swan is a serious science badass!

[@Shiva.Shiva.49]

Love From India 🇮🇳❤

[@mirapilates]

Would be nice to know what machine she uses for water distillation.

[@kellymount]

Thank you 🙏 thank you for all your podcasts

[@_official_prince_siddharth]

I am from India I love your show ❤️

[@DamianKamgo]

Siddharth Kumar Singh

[@jasminapiskulic5296]

Would you pls do an interview with Dr. Mark Hyman? That would be really cool!

[@nancystalik6828]

POWerful episode! Dr. Swan is a great example of healthy living.

[@sajarnitsa]

Simply amazing podcast!

[@karlaalexandra8636]

This is fantastic! ❤ Thank you! ❤