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Triclosan – Hormone Disruptor

Triclosan – Hormone Disruptor

Triclosan is an ingredient found in toothpaste, antibacterial soap, some lipsticks, mascaras hand wash, wipes… Triclosan is a Hormone Disruptor: Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that can interfere with endocrine (or hormone) systems at certain doses. These...
The Biological Effects of Stress, Part 2

The Biological Effects of Stress, Part 2

In the previous blog we explored the stress response and the effect it has on our physical body. We know that once the brain has assessed the danger adrenalin and cortisol are released and that gradually as the stress recedes the adrenals slow down the output and the...