Let’s clear up the confusion around nonstick pans and the chemicals that pose a risk to your health.Ever wondered what the labeling of PTFE/PFOA means on the pots and pans you are shopping for?In this episode, we discuss what you should be looking for when it comes to your cookware, what the upsides and drawbacks of various types of cookware are, and the hid ... Show More
Today
Take off your sunglasses: how light in your eyes secretly runs your hormones, sleep, and mood
Should you be wearing sunglasses? We always thought the eyes just had one job: to see color and send pictures of our environment to our brains, but did you know that they also have a sensor that tells the brain when it’s time to get going for the day and when it’s time to sleep? ... Show More
33m 39s
Jul 3
Heart Flutters But a Perfect EKG? It Might Be Your Kidneys! (Repost)
Do you have heart flutters, palpitations, or chest tightness , but your EKG comes back "perfect" and your stress test says you're fine? Dr. Chris Motley breaks down a connection most doctors never check: the direct link between your kidneys, bladder, and urinary tract system and ... Show More
30m 25s
Nov 2024
Is Your Kitchen Killing You?
<p>We myth-bust common kitchen fears—is your plastic cutting board really the villain? How bad is a daily Diet Coke? We dive into food dyes, microplastics, microwaves, and more.
Topics covered:
-How concerned should we be about microplastics?
-Debunking kitchen gadget myths: Tef ... Show More
46m 50s
Mar 2025
What's in your lotion? A guide to personal care product safety
It's easy to get overwhelmed by long ingredient lists when it comes to personal care products like shampoo, makeup and lotion. Which substances could be potentially harmful? Which are safe to use? In this episode, we cover current ingredients of concern, alternatives and how to d ... Show More
24m 32s
Oct 2025
What to Use and Avoid in the Kitchen: 3 Tips From a Chemist
<p>Melissa and Jam discuss the top three kitchen products and habits Melissa avoids and loves based on her expertise in chemistry. She advises against using Teflon or non-stick cookware, vintage plastics, and recycling dirty materials. Instead, she encourages using cast iron pans ... Show More
16m 1s