Podcast appearances and mentions of Shanna H Swan

This episode of the Up The Duff podcast delves into the crucial topic of male factor infertility. Host Brittany Darling is joined by Tabitha McIntosh, an experienced Naturopath, founder & director of Awaken Your Health in Sydney, where she has run her own private clinical practice for fifteen years, integrating Naturopathic healing principles with the latest scientific research to educate and empower her clients. After attaining her Bachelor of Medical Science (University of NSW, 2001), she went on to pursue her passion for Integrative healthcare by completing an Advanced Diploma Naturopathy & Diploma Nutrition (Nature Care College, 2005), and Post Grad Dip of Applied Science in Nutritional & Environmental Medicine (Swinburne University, 2006). She has also completed a Masters in Reproductive Medicine through the School of Medicine (University of NSW 2022). Together, they explore the impact of diet, lifestyle, and environment on male fertility. The conversation sheds light on the significant role men play in fertility and emphasises the importance of considering male factors in the journey to parenthood. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how male health influences embryo development and overall fertility. In this episode you'll discover:  [00:01:58] Male partner role in fertility. [00:04:49] The forgotten male. [00:09:30] DNA fragmentation and early pregnancy loss. [00:13:26] Environmental factors affecting male fertility. [00:17:17] Future-proofing fertility. [00:19:24] Alcohol and drug intake and fertility. [00:22:43] Men's Preconception Health [00:25:54] Fertility journey support. Thank you to our sponsors  Eius Fertility https://eiusfertility.com/ Items mentioned in this episode include: Eius Fertility  Awaken Your Health @awakenyourhealth Facebook - Awaken Your Health  Book - One Bite at a Time and other e-books  Book - Countdown by Shanna H. Swan, PhD  Join our Facebook Community - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Up the Duff Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode of "Functional Health Radio," Dr. Kristin Hieshetter tackles the significant yet troubling topic of declining reproductive health in both men and women, and its wider implications for society. With a focus on the startling trends in fertility, chronic diseases in children, and the burgeoning healthcare expenditures that fail to curb these issues, the episode serves as an urgent call to action. In the wake of growing infertility rates, chronic diseases, and early onset puberty, Dr. Hieshetter prompts an exploration into the myriad ways our modern world impacts reproductive health. Highlighting a comprehensive study by Dr. Shanna H. Swan and discussing the pervasive nature of endocrine-disrupting chemicals, the conversation is a deep dive into the unsettling transformations faced by human biology over recent decades — and the sheer scale of this global health crisis. Key Takeaways: There is a significant and continuous decline in life expectancy and sperm counts in the US, emphasizing a reproductive health crisis. External environmental factors, such as endocrine-disrupting chemicals, have profound effects on human development and reproductive systems. Chronic illnesses and the onset of puberty are occurring earlier in children, pointing towards a potential connection with increased exposure to harmful chemicals. Well-regulated diet, clean water, and reduced exposure to harmful substances can mitigate health risks. The episode stresses the importance of informed choices and proactive measures for long-term health benefits. Notable Quotes: "It's no longer business as usual when it comes to reproduction." - Dr. Shanna H. Swan "All living entities on earth are being forced to contend with disruptive biological realities that just didn't exist 100 years ago." "What we really needed to acknowledge is that all living entities on earth are being forced to contend with disruptive biological realities that just didn't exist 100 years ago." "We can't afford to keep hurting each other. We can't afford to keep hurting our babies, our grandchildren." Resources: Dr. Shanna H. Swan's book, "Countdown" Research Article by Dr. Shanna H. Swan: "Temporal Trends in Sperm Count: A Systematic Review and Meta-regression Analysis" Yuka App for checking product chemicals Men's Health Magazine (April 2014 Issue) Tune into the full episode to delve deeper into the complex issues of reproductive health and how you can take actionable steps toward a healthier future. Stay informed and equipped to make a lasting difference in your life and for generations to come, with insights from "Functional Health Radio."

This week, Joy chats with Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists. She is a Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City where she is also a member of the Transdisciplinary Center on Early Environmental Exposures. For over twenty years, Dr. Swan and her colleagues have been studying the dramatic decline in sperm count around the world and the impact of environmental chemicals and pharmaceuticals on reproductive tract development and neurodevelopment. In this episode Dr. Swan shares her first hand research results on the impact of phthalate exposure during pregnancy on reproductive health. She is a wealth of knowledge on this topic and shares her top suggestions for avoiding exposure to these chemicals in everything from your food and drink to the air we breathe. You will be blown away by her extensive knowledge and clear communication.  If you want to learn how common everyday chemicals can impact fertility and reproductive health you won't want to miss this episode. So settle in with a cuppa delicious, liver-loving detox tea and get ready to be empowered to take simple steps to improve your health.    Episode Highlights: The varied path Dr. Swan took from child actress to world-renowned epidemiologist.  An explanation of what reproductive & environmental epidemiology is.  A breakdown of her current epidemiological study on phthalates & pregnancy.  The suggestive conclusions found on the impacts of Tylenol and pregnancy.  What phthalates are and how they're used across various industries.  The definition of non-persistent chemicals.  How phthalates consistently enter the body.  How phthalates leach out of plastics and into the environment.  The impact of phthalate ingestion during pregnancy.  What is phthalate syndrome?  The impact of phthalates on male reproductive organs.  The relationship between phthalates and fertility.  How phthalate exposure impacts sperm counts.  The connection between perineum length and reproductive function in males.  How phthalates may impact libido and sexual satisfaction.  Her top tips for avoiding phthalate exposure.  Other chemicals in plastics to avoid for optimal health. How to avoid phthalates in food shopping, storage, and cooking. The way Dr. Swan treats her water to remove chemicals.    Resources: Dr. Swan's Website Dr. Swan's Instagram Dr. Swan's Twitter Count Down Book Helpful Resources Million Marker Test Kits   More about Joyous Health: Check out our award-winning blog Joyous Health Check out  Joy's bestselling cookbooks Sign up for the Joyous Health newsletter Follow Joyous Health on Instagram Find Joyous Health on Facebook Learn more about The Joyous Health Business Program Check out our full line of Natural & Organic Haircare and Body Care. Join Joy's Hair Care Challenge at Natural Hair Care Challenge Explore Joyous Health Kids at Joyous Health Kids

Nesse episódio discutimos o o livro de 2021 Countdown - Escrito por por Shanna H. Swan e Stacey Colino .   Entenda como produtos químicos em nosso cotidiano estão envenenando a nossa civilização e colocando em risco o futuro da humanidade.   Avalie se os nossos governantes e nossas elites estão preparados ou interessados em lidar com essa questão.   Descubra por que você deve evitar alimentos que fazem propaganda na televisão.   E decida se a raça humana já pode ser considerada uma espécie ameaçada.       Acesse o site da Liga dos Leigos para a bibliografia completa do episódio e mais informações sobre os diletos membros da liga: https://ligadosleigos.com/   Entre em contato com a Liga em: contato@ligadosleigos.com   Siga-nos no Twitter em: @ligadosleigos

On this episode we meet with one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists, Dr. Shanna Swan. Dr. Swan discusses how chemicals in our environment threaten human hormones, male sperm count,  and ultimately, human reproduction. How do endocrine-disrupting hormones disrupt pregnancy? Further, she explains “The 1% Effect,” which accounts for the 1 percent annual decrease in human fertility and related functions. To combat the urgent threats facing human reproduction, Dr. Swan offers recommendations about how we can avoid harmful chemicals — and live healthier lives. About Shanna Swan Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists. She is Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City where is also a member of the Transdisciplinary Center on Early Environmental Exposures and the Mindich Child Health and Development Institute. Find out more: http://thegreatsimplification.com

Genetic testing should actually empower the individual versus scare them. Once you dedicate time to learn how to interpret StrateGene®, determine the direction that you want to go with it - use it as a map. StrateGene® isn't an answer; it's a roadmap. At Seeking Health, we don't enable you - we provide you with information that allows you to determine where you want to focus on your health, how you want to do it, and then what tools you need in order to do it. You have to put the work into it but if you know your genetic variations and that certain environmental influences really affect your genetic expression either for the worse or for the better, that's extremely empowering. - Dr. Ben Lynch Are You Stressed Out Lately? Take a deep breath with the M21™ wellness guide: a simple yet powerful 21 minute morning system that melts stress and gives you more energy through 6 science-backed practices and breathwork. Click HERE to download for free. Is Your Energy Low? Get more superfoods to improve your energy, digestion, gut health plus also reduce inflammation and blood sugar. Click HERE to try Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar Complex + Save 15% with the code 'JOSH' *Review The WF Podcast & WIN $150 in wellness prizes! *Join The Facebook Group Wellness Force Radio Episode 428 Best-selling author of Dirty Genes and President of Seeking Health, Dr. Ben Lynch, returns to discuss the power of epigenetics, what genetic testing is and why it's empowering, Dr. Ben's own genetic test kit - StrateGene® to help you find out what influences your unique genes, good vs bad technology such as Metaverse, and best practices to care for your respiratory tract especially with histamine and sinusitis. How can you optimize your genes? What can your epigenetics tell you to help you determine which foods, behaviors, and supplements will optimize your health freedom? Get your own genetic map and learn all of the intricate ways that your unique body communicates with itself. Seeking Health's StrateGene® Get 10% off your Seeking Health's StrateGene® order with the code 'JOSH' Genetic testing can be powerful when it's used properly. Genetic testing shouldn't be considered an easy, quick-fix, and it may not reveal anything you need to fix at all, but rather simply understand. These genetic reports which feature fast and easy solutions are ineffective and potentially dangerous. Your body does not function that quickly and neither do your genes. If you're ready to learn how to properly apply genetic testing into your life, then you're ready for StrateGene®. The StrateGene® Genetic Report, StrateGene® Planners and the StrateGene® Poster are a complete set which, when used in combination with your Dirty Genes Series, will propel you towards a deeper understanding of how your body works and how to best support it. Save 10% on your StrateGene® order when you use the code 'JOSH' at checkout!   Listen To Episode 428 As Dr. Ben Lynch Uncovers: [1:30] The Power of Epigenetics with Dr Ben Lynch StrateGene® - Save 10% with the code 'JOSH' Seeking Health - Get 10% off of your order with the code 'JOSH' M21 Guide Wellness Force Store Dr. Ben Lynch 353 Dr. Ben Lynch CV19 Truth Series: Protecting Your Health Freedom Dirty Genes by Dr. Ben Lynch What Dr. Ben is most surprised about since he and Josh last spoke on Wellness Force. The health concerns we still face as a nation with our physical and mental health from CV19. His hope that people realize just how important fundamental health practices are to keep our immune systems healthy. Dr. Ben's work in epigenetics and how his research is helping people transform their health. Dr. Bruce Lipton How he was introduced to Dr. Bruce Lipton's work on epigenetics and how our body deeply responds to signals from the environment. The impact that a poor environment and lifestyle have on the likelihood of someone having cancer. 140 Chris Kresser [13:30] Why Genetic Testing is Empowering The terrifying moment when Dr. Ben received the genetic results for him and his family. How Dr. Ben addressed the genetic results after the fear went away by focusing on living a healthier lifestyle. Why Josh felt that the results he received from 23andMe really didn't provide him with an actionable set of guidelines to improve his health freedom. Breaking down what genetic testing is, how it is done, and the efficacy of brands like 23andMe compared to his product, StrateGene®. Why it's key to do genetic testing with saliva compared to blood which can be problematic. The importance of providing a quality DNA test when you submit your kit. Why Dr. Ben believes that 23andMe is doing a disservice to customers by reporting genes such as the BRCA and giving false hope or fear to individuals because their method is not thorough testing. What you can expect from your StrateGene® genetic testing results. Why there are so many factors beyond just the BRCA gene varients that impact a woman's chances of developing breast cancer. The fear and danger that is being caused by radical mastectomies when a woman's genetic testing shows positive BRCA genes being present. Why environment, immune system, and lifestyle are just some of the other areas we need to consider to guess the chances of disease. [24:00] What Influences Your Unique Genes? Dopesick Official Trailer | Hulu The sad trend we're seeing in sick-care in the USA as we follow the money and the influence with organizations like Pfizer, Purdue Pharma, and the FDA with CV19. Josh and Carrie's decision to move to Texas from California for more health freedom. How knowing our genetic coding can help you live a more health-focused lifestyle. The work that has gone into creating StrateGene® including a compilation of thousands of research papers. How common issues like over-training, under-training, stress, inflammation, anxiety, nutrient deficiencies can impact things like histamine. What you will also receive when you purchase StrateGene® including a copy of Seeking Health and the Dirty Genes course. Who StrateGene® is for and who it isn't for plus why it's up to you to be 100% responsible for doing the work for your health freedom goals. Why sometimes too much exercise can negatively impact our body and turn on the "dirty genes" like it has for Josh. The fact that exercising too much can lead to histamine being created in the body. How caffeine can impact our genes such as histamine, adenosine, and if you have exercise-induced asthma. Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker The dangers of oversimplifying things when it comes to our health freedom and understanding how different factors, like coffee, specifically impact our body. [39:00] Understanding Histamine for Overall Wellness 297 Mike Mutzel: The Truth About Fasting 380 Mike Mutzel | Syndemic vs. Pandemic: What The Health Do We Do Now? Exploring what histamine is, what histamine intolerance is, and the function of histamine in our bodies. Why it isn't good to have our histamine levels too low or too high for our physical, mental, and emotional health freedom. The fact that histamine intolerance is so misdiagnosed and people struggle for decades because of it. How histamine intolerance makes people especially sensitive to things like Wi-Fi, perfume and they also tend to have high levels of irritability, diarrhea, bloody noses, ringing in your ears, and chronic sinus issues. BREATHE: Breath and Wellness Program Breaking down Seeking Health's range of Histamine Intolerance Supplements, how they help with sinusitis, and how to use them as part of your wellness toolbox. Why a person's microbiome in their nose is not diverse enough if they have mold and fungus in their nose, have chronic sinusitis, and chronic running noses. The rapid benefits people experience when they put this probiotic in their nose within seconds. Why some probiotics are not the right ones for the nose's microbiome and in Dr. Ben's own personal experience can even make your histamine intolerance worse. [52:00] How Humidity Impacts Our Health Probiotics 101 - What everyone needs to know about them when they make a buying decision. How Seeking Health controls the humidity around their probiotics including when they're shipped to you to keep the quality level at its highest. Steps you can take at home when taking Seeking Health's supplements to help your nose's microbiome. What to do if you find the other probiotics are not working well enough for you. The importance of making a wet environment before placing Seeking Health's probiotics in your nose. Why not having enough humidity in your environment can impact your sinuses. The importance of having our sinuses wet enough to activate immune cells and prevent infections. Which type of humidifier you should invest in and why a Vicks humidifier is not the same thing. Why 55% is the sweet spot for humidity in your space and you should get a dehumidifier if it's over 60%. Easy ways to improve the humidity in a small room like the dormitories at universities. Early signs of fungal infection that you should keep an eye out for to help your health freedom goals. What a rapid decrease in your eye vision can tell you about your overall wellbeing. When you should be taking glutathione for your body. Optimal Liposomal Glutathione - Save 10% with code 'JOSH' Visual Contrast Sensitivity (VCS) Test William Rea, MD: Investigating Environmental Sensitivities May Resolve “Uncurable” Illness Dr. Doug Kaufmann [1:03:00] How to Treat a Fungal Infection Determining whether you should focus on diet, supplements, or lifestyle first to improve your health from a fungal infection. Why diet is a huge part of treating yeast infections and keeping your gut healthy. How the food you eat can either help or hurt the good gut bacteria. What steps you can take to get out of the cycle of eating and relying on sugar to give you a short-term burst of energy and heal your body. Jiddu Krishnamurti Unpacking Dr. Ben's mission to help our very unhealthy and sick society heal. The devastation of ignoring simple health freedom fundamentals. [1:09:00] The Devastation of Metaverse, Oculus, and Video Games on Society Why Mark Zuckerberg and social media are literally destroying our communities as we have the mentality of "it's us vs. them." The Social Dilemma trailer How AI devices like Oculus for virtual reality scenarios from baseball games to recitals to dance clubs to bars are taking away from what it means to live life. What steps we can take to come back home to ourselves and be one with nature again. The evil of Mark Zuckerberg's Metaverse and Oculus devices as they are an attack on humanity. How lockdowns and quarantines have led to the explosion of video game addiction. The unnatural deselection we are witnessing in our world today and what it means for future generations. How AI is spiking our dopamine levels to the point where we're having less human connection and even intercourse. Why we have to stay ahead of where technology is going and go back to simple pleasures like board games, nature, and spending real time with our loved ones Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race by Shanna H. Swan and Stacey Colino How Dr. Ben defines wellness now compared to two years ago during his first interview on Wellness Force. What Is Wellness? The Truth Will Set You Free Power Quotes From The Show The Detrimental Effects of Over Exercising "I always say that 'health' is a four-letter word spelled 'w-o-r-k' and you have to be able to understand what empowers your genes to work efficiently and what makes your genes work harder. Exercise is phenomenal but if you work too hard than your genes are getting too dirty and they can't handle it and they start calling on other genes to support it and then they also get overworked and overburdened and you start breaking down." - Dr. Ben Lynch Dangers of Undiagnosed Histamine Intolerence "Histamine testing is inherently not very useful and that is why histamine tolerance is so undiagnosed. People literally struggle for decades; on average it goes undiagnosed for a minimum of 6 years. So people are struggling with all of these histamine-associated issues like sensitivity to Wi-Fi or perfumes and excessive irritability, difficulties falling asleep, headaches, exercise-induced asthma, eczema, psoriasis, diarrhea, chronic sinus issues, bloody noses, or ringing in your ears." - Dr. Ben Lynch Having a 'Nature First' Mindset "Humans need to always remember 'Nature first.' Anytime that you get stuck somewhere in your health, you need to come right back to the basics. Take off your shoes and socks and walk in nature. Walk on a forest floor, not grass that has been sprayed with chemicals. Go out in nature on a trail or step into the ocean or a lake. Just immerse yourself in Mother Nature and breathe that air; hopefully in a clean environment because that's where we came from, that's where we're going to end up again, and that's where we should be each day." - Dr. Ben Lynch Links From Today's Show  StrateGene® - Save 10% with the code 'JOSH' Seeking Health - Get 10% off of your order with the code 'JOSH' 353 Dr. Ben Lynch CV19 Truth Series: Protecting Your Health Freedom Dirty Genes by Dr. Ben Lynch Dr. Bruce Lipton 140 Chris Kresser Dopesick Official Trailer | Hulu Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker 297 Mike Mutzel: The Truth About Fasting 380 Mike Mutzel | Syndemic vs. Pandemic: What The Health Do We Do Now? BREATHE: Breath and Wellness Program Leave Wellness Force a review on iTunes Cured Nutrition – Get 15% off of your order when you visit wellnessforce.com/cured + use the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' Organifi – Special 20% off to our listeners with the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' Paleovalley – Save 15% on your ACV Complex with the code ‘JOSH' Drink LMNT – Zero Sugar Hydration: Get your free LMNT Sample Pack, you only cover the cost of shipping Botanic Tonics – Save 40% when you use the code ‘WELLNESS40' breathwork.io M21 Wellness Guide Wellness Force Community Dr. Ben Lynch YouTube Instagram Facebook About Dr. Ben Lynch Dr. Ben Lynch is the best-selling author of Dirty Genes and President of Seeking Health, a company that helps educate both the public and health professionals on how to overcome genetic dysfunction. He received his doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University. He lives in Seattle, WA with his wife and three sons. In 2011, he founded Seeking Health, a research-based company producing high-quality supplements targeted to particular health issues. Seeking Health & StrateGene® He also established Seeking Health Educational Institute (SHEI), now operating as drbenlynch.com a website for both health professionals and lay people who want to learn more about nutrigenomics and methylation. Drbenlynch.com is now one of the most trusted resources on genetics for health professionals and laypersons worldwide. In 2015, he developed StrateGene®, a unique approach to helping people develop natural strategies for overcoming genetic abnormalities. People who were getting their genetic challenges from websites like 23andMe or Genos Research were receiving massively confusing documents with wildly contradictory information. His system zeroes in on the genetic abnormalities that pose the greatest challenges in people's health and then provides comprehensive plans for overcoming those challenges through diet, environment and lifestyle.  

In this episode you'll hear: An interview with Cassidy's close friend, Katie Tarr. They discuss how they met and became friends, and joining weight watchers together.  Katie shares her journey about quitting her job as a pediatric physical therapist and joining Norwex, a company that focuses on premium microfiber & sustainable cleaning products. Katie talks about how having her own babies and being diagnosed with MS has made her more mindful of what she brought into her house and what she cleans her house with. Do we really know the impact of cleaning products on our own bodies?  Katie explains the topic of body burden - the concept of toxic buildup in your body from chronic exposure to chemicals over time The power of food and how eating whole foods can decrease endocrine disruptors  How Katie got her family on board to support her on this toxin-free journey and why making the switch is easier than you think  How these chemicals can impact fertility  Book Mentioned: Count Down by Shanna H Swan https://www.amazon.com/Count-Down-Threatening-Reproductive-Development-ebook/dp/B084G9MMVH  Connect with Katie: IG: https://www.instagram.com/katie.elissa.tarr/  Learn more about Norwex & request samples: https://linktr.ee/katietarr Connect with Cassidy: cassidyeats.com  www.instagram.com/cassidyeats 

Have you ever read the back of the label on your baby products? Confusing, right?? Too many long words for our #mumbrains. Enter Kate from Low Tox Tribes to give us some handy tips on how to create a low tox environment for our little ones. This week we speak to Kate about what the low tox movement is, and how you can make some simple swaps in your household to create a more natural and low chemical environment for your family. This episode is full of amazing information as well as plenty of lols! You can check out Kate on instagram @lowtoxtribes This podcast is for parents, soon to be parents, wanting to be parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles, cats, dogs and anyone else who cares to listen. We don't know what we're doing but let's work it out together - come and join our village! *Disclaimer: Please make sure to do your own research and check with healthcare professionals before choosing what products you'd like to use with your children.* Episode Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Marigold Baby, an Australian mama-run brand, offering a range of eco-friendly products, including Australia's very first reusable breastmilk bags! These amazing reusable bags are made from FDA approved food grade silicone, they're BPA free, dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer safe. The bags are completely leak proof and come in a range of beautiful colours to suit all #mumlife aesthetics. Head over to the Marigold website at www.https://marigoldbaby.com/ and use the code BABYBRAIN for 15% off all Marigold Baby silicone products. You can also check them out on instagram at marigold_baby_ Resources mentioned in this episode: Documentary on chemicals called "Stink" - https://stinkmovie.com/ Resources for chemical ratings on products: Think dirty app - https://thinkdirtyapp.com/ Environmental Working Group - https://www.ewg.org/ Pub Chem website - https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ "Countdown" book by Shanna H. Swan, PHD - https://www.booktopia.com.au/count-down-shanna-h-swan/book/9781982113667.html

“For our children and grandchildren” was the dedication at the start of my next guests book, Countdown, by Dr Shanna Swan, and since reading the book I now understand why. Because a man today has only half the number of sperm his grandfather had. Essentially a 50% drop in sperm counts over the past four decades. But, as you will hear, this isn't just affecting male fertility.Dr Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists. She is Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City where is also a member of the Transdisciplinary Center on Early Environmental Exposures and the Mindich Child Health and Development Institute.After reading a controversial paper reporting the decline in sperm quality in 1992 by Carlsen and colleagues, and being part of a group tasked with ratifying the results, Dr Swan has gone on to further study this dramatic decline in sperm count around the world.And for over twenty years, Dr. Swan and her colleagues have been studying the impact of environmental chemicals and pharmaceuticals on reproductive tract development and neurodevelopment. Her July 2017 paper “Temporal Trends in Sperm Count: a systematic review and meta-regression analysis” ranked #26 among all referenced scientific papers published in 2017 worldwide and shook the world with media outlets declaring “Who is killing our sperm”.Today's podcast is controversial and unpopular, but I can't hide away from this subject matter for fear of scare-mongering because it's one that could actually affect me personally. I'm yet to have children myself and the data is frankly scary. And if there are pragmatic decisions to make at an individual level, such as reducing exposure to plastics, petrochemicals and pesticides then I'm lucky to be in a position to actually do something about it and I'll share that with you the listener as well.Today you'll learn aboutThe 1% effectThe rise in testicular cancer, miscarriages, infertility as well as the reduction in sperm count and testosteroneEndocrine disrupting chemicals and their lack of regulationBody BurdenWhether phthalate or BPA free actually mean anything?What is the threshold for these chemicals and cumulative impact?The impact on menopause, erectile dysfunction, virility What do we need to be talking about and campaigning for Find out more about the book at thedoctorskitchen.com/podcasts, plus links to the studies and books mentioned in the show and sign up to the newsletter for a free 7 day meal plan. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marlaina Freisthler is a Washington, D.C. based researcher and PhD student fellow with the Heartland Health Research Alliance. A mother with Midwestern roots, Marlaina grew up on a farm in Ohio and is passionate about environmentally mediated health challenges to which pregnant women and children are uniquely vulnerable. Tune in to learn more about: - Her own journey of becoming a researcher; - The Heartland Study, which is an observational medical research project designed to answer critical questions about potential impacts of herbicides on mother and infant health, including whether or not there is a connection between herbicide exposure and birth defects or developmental challenges; - The world of research and data on pesticides; - The new book "Count Down" by Shanna H. Swan with Stacy Colino, which looks at the ways in which chemicals in the modern environment are changing and endangering human sexuality and fertility; - The herbicide treadmill; - Why health is a human right; - Some simple ways on how to protect yourself from pesticides. To learn more about the Heartland Study go to: https://hh-ra.org/projects/the-heartland-study. 

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One of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists and a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, Dr. Shanna H. Swan recently authored the groundbreaking book Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race (with the award-winning writer Stacey Colino).  In this podcast, Dr. Swan shares empowering insights that can optimize influences on reproductive health, fertility, assisted reproductive efforts, and pregnancy outcomes. For example, you will hear how decreasing your exposures to endocrine-disrupting chemicals decreases risks in conceiving a child (including IVF outcomes), miscarriage, and birth defects. These EDCs are found in common household products, like plastic food containers, canned foods, and cleaning products.  You will also hear how your reproductive health can signal your current overall health and life expectancy. Listen for Dr. Swan's recommended solutions to protect your "sixth vital sign." — FERTILITY DETOX The ideal time to eliminate chemicals, heavy metals, and EMFs from your home, diet, self-care, and technology is before you conceive. The earlier you start detoxing, the better.  To learn more about Sophia's guided detox to optimize for fertility, assisted reproductive effots, and the best pregnancy outcome possible for you, then visit:  Fertility Detox with Sophia Ruan Gushée -- Click for podcast transcript at NontoxicLiving.tips -- Special Thanks to Chris Robertson, Practical Nontoxic Living podcast producer.

// R E A D Y • S E T • R E S E T This episode is all about what toxins and plastics are doing to our hormones. Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists and a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. An award-winning scientist, her work examines the impact of environmental exposures, including chemicals such as phthalates and Bisphenol A, on men's and women's reproductive health and the neurodevelopment of children. Shanna Swan is the author of Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Health, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race co-authored by Stacey Colino and published by Scribner in February 2021. Stacey Colino is an award-winning writer, specializing in science, health, and psychological issues. Her work has appeared in The Washington Post Health and Wellness sections and in dozens of national magazines, including U.S. News & World Report, Prevention, Scientific American, and Health. She is the co-author, with Shanna Swan, Ph.D., of Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race (Scribner, 2021). In this podcast, we cover: How toxins are having a dramatic effect on our reproductive health Which toxins to look out for and what we can do to clean them up About the changes you should make to decrease your toxin load Solutions to any of your hormonal problems // R E S O U R C E S  M E N T I O N E D Feel the impact of Organifi - use code PELZ for a discount on all products!  July Fat Burner Reset Book: The Countdown Book: Slow death by rubber duck Book: Our Stolen Future Book: Tox-Sick Favorite “Clean” Household Cleaning Products Favorite “Clean” Beauty Products  HEPA Filter Vaccum // M O R E  O N  D R.  S H A N N A  S W A N Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Website // M O R E  O N  S T A C E Y  C O L I N O Twitter LinkedIn // F O L L O W Instagram | @dr.mindypelz & @theresetterpodcast Facebook | /drmindypelz & /theresetterpodcast Youtube | /drmindypelz Please note the following medical disclaimer: By listening to this podcast you understand that this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or medical condition.  

Shanna H. Swan, PhD, is one of the world's leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists and a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. An award-winning scientist, her work examines the impact of environmental exposures, including chemicals such as phthalates and bisphenol A, on men's and women's reproductive health and the neurodevelopment of children. For more than twenty years, Dr. Swan and her colleagues have been studying the dramatic decline in sperm count around the world and the impact of environmental chemicals and pharmaceuticals on reproductive tract development and neurodevelopment. Her July 2017 paper “Temporal Trends in Sperm Count: A Systematic Review and Meta-Regression Analysis” ranked #26 among all referenced scientific papers published in 2017 worldwide. Dr. Swan has published more than two hundred scientific papers and myriad book chapters and has been featured in extensive media coverage around the world. Her appearances include ABC News, NBC Nightly News, 60 Minutes, CBS News, PBS, the BBC, PRI, and NPR, as well as in leading magazines and newspapers, ranging from the Washington Post to Bloomberg News to New Scientist. You can find her at shannaswan.com.

May joins Chase on this special episode to answer four listener questions on the topic of relationships! Listen in as Chase and May discuss why busy entrepreneurs should build their work schedule around dedicated quality time with their partner instead of the other way around. They talk about exploration and independence as being two vital keys to keeping their own relationship fresh through the years. They also offer advice on communicating with a partner who gets out of hand or is acting inappropriately in a social setting, whether their behavior is a one-off or has been recurring for quite some time. Finally, Chase and May give their two cents on the question of the “right” time to have a baby and why it's extremely important to consider male fertility when having a conversation around childbirth.   Follow May @mayyazdi Follow Chase @chase_chewning   Episode resources: Use code CHASE20 at checkout to save 20% on a chiliPAD ME Sleep System with Chili Cool Mesh™ at https://chilisleep.com/chasechewning Use code CHASE15 at checkout to save 15% on a chiliPAD WE Sleep System with Chili Cool Mesh™ at https://chilisleep.com/chasechewning Use EVERFORWARD at checkout to save 15% on your purchase from Cured Nutrition at http://bit.ly/2RmXcja Get the book Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race by Shanna H. Swan, PhD or get the audio book for free from Audible here

Maria Rodale is the former chairman and executive officer of Rodale Inc., the global health and wellness content company, as well as an author and retired co-chairman of the Rodale Institute.  Based in Pennsylvania, Maria is a mother to three daughters born in three different decades, a grandmother, and a secret children’s book author. Tune in to learn more about: - The Rodale Institute, which was founded by her grandfather J.I. Rodale in 1947; - Why food activists don't retire, they rewire; -  About Rodale Inc. (acquired by Hearst in 2018), the publisher of Women's Health, Men's Health, Prevention and many more; - Her interest in the microbiome and its relationship to our health; - The decline in men's sperm count (check out the new book on this topic "Count Down" by Shanna H. Swan, PhD with Stacey Colino);  - Her views on "regenerative organic", a term coined by her father to distinguish a kind of farming that goes beyond sustainable and about the 2018 seal of "Regenerative Organic Certified"; - Why it is important to focus on how food is grown and not on what we eat, to put it in Theresa's words: "Down with food snobbery"; - Her views on the last four years in the organic industry, her future plans as well as her work on her forthcoming book. To learn more about Maria's work, go to https://rodaleinstitute.org/. 

My guest today is Shanna H. Swan, PhD, a scientist based at Mt. Sinai and one of the leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists in the world. Swan has published more than 200 scientific papers and has been featured in extensive media coverage around the world. The topic is her book Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race. In this episode of Trend Following Radio we discuss: Declining Sperm Counts Reproductive Health Issues Causes of Low Sperm Count Birth Control and Anti Depressant Estrogen's Effects on the Female Body Plastic Bottles and Low Testosterone Jump in! --- I'm MICHAEL COVEL, the host of TREND FOLLOWING RADIO, and I'm proud to have delivered 10+ million podcast listens since 2012. Investments, economics, psychology, politics, decision-making, human behavior, entrepreneurship and trend following are all passionately explored and debated on my show. To start? I'd like to give you a great piece of advice you can use in your life and trading journey… cut your losses! You will find much more about that philosophy here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/trend/ You can watch a free video here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/video/ Can't get enough of this episode? You can choose from my thousand plus episodes here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/podcast My social media platforms: Twitter: @covel Facebook: @trendfollowing LinkedIn: @covel Instagram: @mikecovel Hope you enjoy my never-ending podcast conversation!

In 2017, Shanna Swan and her team of researchers completed a major study. They found that over the past four decades, sperm levels among men in Western countries have dropped by more than 50 percent. They came to this conclusion after examining 185 studies involving close to 45,000 healthy men. The result sent shockwaves around the globe—but the story didn’t end there. It turns out our sexual development is changing in broader ways, for both men and women and even other species, and that the modern world is on pace to become an infertile one. How and why could this happen? What is hijacking our fertility and our health? Count Down unpacks these questions, revealing what Swan and other researchers have learned about how both lifestyle and chemical exposures are affecting our fertility, sexual development—potentially including the increase in gender fluidity—and general health as a species. Engagingly explaining the science and repercussions of these worldwide threats and providing simple and practical guidelines for effectively avoiding chemical goods both as individuals and societies, Swan is a wake-up call. Bio: Shanna H. Swan, PhD, is a scientist based at Mt. Sinai and one of the leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists in the world. Swan has published more than 200 scientific papers and has been featured in extensive media coverage around the world. In this episode of Trend Following Radio: Declining Sperm Counts Reproductive Health Issues Causes of Low Sperm Count Birth Control and Anti Depressant Estrogen’s Effects on the Female Body Plastic Bottles and Low Testosterone

This is a segment of episode 296 of Last Born In The Wilderness “Count Down: Toxic Disruptors & Reproductive Decline w/ Dr. Shanna Swan.” Listen to the full episode: http://bit.ly/LBWswan Learn more about Dr. Swan and purchase a copy of ‘Count Down': https://www.shannaswan.com / https://bit.ly/3dFlRK1 World-renowned environmental and reproductive epidemiologist Dr. Shanna Swan joins me to discuss her groundbreaking research identifying the causes and rate of rapid decline of fertility in the Western world, documented in her new book ‘Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race.’ Dr. Swan has identified several of the main culprits in this ongoing trend, namely the absorption and ingestion of various endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in countless materials we interact with daily: phthalates from plastics and numerous hygiene products; Bisphenol A found in hard plastics and electronics; flame retardants in furniture; and pesticides in foods — just to name a few. Dr. Swan describes how these array of hormone disrupting chemicals impact the development of the reproductive system during crucial periods in human biological growth, of particular concern, in the gestation period. Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is one of the world’s leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists and a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. An award-winning scientist, her work examines the impact of environmental exposures, including chemicals such as phthalates and Bisphenol A, on men’s and women’s reproductive health and the neurodevelopment of children. WEBSITE: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lastborninthewilderness DONATE: https://www.paypal.me/lastbornpodcast / https://venmo.com/LastBornPodcast BOOK LIST: https://bookshop.org/shop/lastbornpodcast BOOK: http://bit.ly/ORBITgr ATTACK & DETHRONE: https://anchor.fm/adgodcast DROP ME A LINE: Call (208) 918-2837 or http://bit.ly/LBWfiledrop EVERYTHING ELSE: https://linktr.ee/patterns.of.behavior

We’re in the midst of a fertility crisis. Worldwide fertility has dropped more than 50 percent in the past 50 years, and the decline shows no sign of slowing. Shanna H. Swan, PhD, a leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologist, has spent more than two decades studying the impact of environmental chemicals and pharmaceuticals on reproductive tract development and neurodevelopment. In this episode, she explains how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), such as phthalates and BPA, are harming fertility and endangering the future of the human race. It’s scary stuff, but it’s too important to ignore. And, as Dr. Swan explains, there are steps we can take to protect ourselves and our children.Shanna H. Swan, PhD, is a Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Her new book is called “Count Down."Help shape the future of Road to Resilience by taking our listener survey.Links“Count Down” by Shanna H. Swan, PhD Resources for reducing your chemical exposure The Institute for Exposomic Research (Mount Sinai) Children's Environmental Health Center (Mount Sinai)

In 2017, Dr. Shanna Swan published an internationally acclaimed landmark study that sparked great concern about declining human fertility. Join us as this award-winning scientist and reproductive epidemiologist outlines steps individuals and society can take to prevent further impairment by everyday chemicals, which she says are severely impacting our reproductive health and imperiling the future of human and planetary health. Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is a leading. environmental and reproductive epidemiologist and professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She has published more than 200 scientific papers, appeared on numerous media outlets, and published a recent book titled, Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race. MLF ORGANIZER Adrea Brier SPEAKERS Shanna H. Swan Ph.D., Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Adrea Brier CHNP, CLC, Vice Chair, Health and Medicine Member-Led Forum; International Integrative Epigenetic Cancer Consultant and Life Coach—Moderator In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on April 27th, 2021 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2017, Dr. Shanna Swan published an internationally acclaimed landmark study that sparked great concern about declining human fertility. Join us as this award-winning scientist and reproductive epidemiologist outlines steps individuals and society can take to prevent further impairment by everyday chemicals, which she says are severely impacting our reproductive health and imperiling the future of human and planetary health. Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is a leading. environmental and reproductive epidemiologist and professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She has published more than 200 scientific papers, appeared on numerous media outlets, and published a recent book titled, Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race. MLF ORGANIZER Adrea Brier SPEAKERS Shanna H. Swan Ph.D., Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Adrea Brier CHNP, CLC, Vice Chair, Health and Medicine Member-Led Forum; International Integrative Epigenetic Cancer Consultant and Life Coach—Moderator In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on April 27th, 2021 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hide your kids, hide your wife, because environmental toxins are pretty much everywhere and they are impacting our health in more ways than you can imagine. That plastic container you bring your food to work in? Yep! Your beautiful new couch? Definitely! Those cleaning wipes you use 10x a day? You guessed it! Let’s talk about harmful chemicals, what to look for, and why it really func’ing matters. Mentioned in this episode:Count Down by Shanna H. Swan: https://www.shannaswan.com/countdown Environmental Working Group: https://www.ewg.org/ Dirty Dozen by EWG: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php EWG’s Skin Deep: https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ Branch Basics: https://branchbasics.com/ Can’t get enough FUNC YOU UP? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @do.nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional nutrition and health. In the meantime, leave us a review on iTunes, follow us on Spotify and share! FUNC YOU UP! is a Physio Logic wellness podcast and covers the best in wellness, nutrition, and functional medicine in eight minutes or less with hosts Michelle Miller, Functional Nutritionist, and Diana Orchant, Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian. https://physiologicnyc.com/func-you-up-podcast #IntegrativeNutrition #FunctionalMedicine #Toxins

[Intro: 9:08] World-renowned environmental and reproductive epidemiologist Dr. Shanna Swan joins me to discuss her groundbreaking research identifying the causes and rate of rapid decline of fertility in the Western world, documented in her new book ‘Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race.’ Humanity is in peril. Along with the ecological devastation expanding industrialization has wrought on the global environment, another looming catastrophe has emerged in the past century that threatens the human species: rapid decline in fertility. The reproductive systems of females and males in industrialized, particularly Western, nations have seen a precipitous drop in the ability to conceive and bear children. From falling sperm counts and testosterone levels in males, and early menopause and cysts in the ovaries of females, the reproductive systems in human beings have dramatically changed for the worse over the past several decades. Dr. Swan has identified several of the main culprits in this ongoing trend, namely the absorption and ingestion of various endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in countless materials we interact with daily: phthalates from plastics and numerous hygiene products; Bisphenol A found in hard plastics and electronics; flame retardants in furniture; and pesticides in foods — just to name a few. Dr. Swan describes how these array of hormone disrupting chemicals impact the development of the reproductive system during crucial periods in human biological growth, of particular concern, in the gestation period. The potential outcome of all this is dire and stark. As highlighted in her book, and cited in the New York Times article ‘The Everyday Chemicals That Might Be Leading Us to Our Extinction’: "From 1973 to 2011, the total sperm count of men in Western countries dropped by 59 percent." (https://nyti.ms/3dDYTDk) Based on the findings of her research, she stated in a recent interview with The Guardian: "If you follow the curve from the 2017 sperm-decline meta-analysis, it predicts that by 2045 we will have a median sperm count of zero. It is speculative to extrapolate, but there is also no evidence that it is tapering off. This means that most couples may have to use assisted reproduction." (https://bit.ly/3arMGQ7) Of course, there are several important things that can be done to reverse this trend, which she outlines in this interview. Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is one of the world’s leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists and a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. An award-winning scientist, her work examines the impact of environmental exposures, including chemicals such as phthalates and Bisphenol A, on men’s and women’s reproductive health and the neurodevelopment of children. Episode Notes: - Learn more about Dr. Swan and her work: https://www.shannaswan.com - Support independent booksellers and purchase a copy of ‘Count Down’ at Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3dFlRK1 - The music featured was produced by Epik The Dawn. WEBSITE: https://www.lastborninthewilderness.com PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lastborninthewilderness DONATE: https://www.paypal.me/lastbornpodcast / https://venmo.com/LastBornPodcast BOOK LIST: https://bookshop.org/shop/lastbornpodcast BOOK: http://bit.ly/ORBITgr ATTACK & DETHRONE: https://anchor.fm/adgodcast DROP ME A LINE: Call (208) 918-2837 or http://bit.ly/LBWfiledrop EVERYTHING ELSE: https://linktr.ee/patterns.of.behavior

Did you know that fertility has dropped more than 50% over the past 50 years worldwide? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and registered dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., environmental and reproductive epidemiologist and professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Swan discusses her new book, Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race. Note: April 18-24th is National Infertility Awareness week. https://infertilityawareness.org/ Related website:   https://www.shannaswan.com/ 

COUNTDOWN: THE HUMAN RACE’S TROUBLING DECLINE IN FERTILITY- On this week's Futureproof podcast with Jonathan McCrea, he meets Dr Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D.Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City & author of ‘Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development’, and ‘Imperiling the Future of the Human Race’ - about the worrying trend in the decline of fertility across the world. Also on the show Jonathan was joined by Dr Shane Bergin of UCD and Dr Jessamyn Fairfield of NUI Galway to look at the science news stories of the week. Listen and subscribe to Futureproof with Jonathan McCrea on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.    Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

COUNTDOWN: THE HUMAN RACE’S TROUBLING DECLINE IN FERTILITY- On this week's Futureproof podcast with Jonathan McCrea, he meets Dr Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D.Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City & author of ‘Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development’, and ‘Imperiling the Future of the Human Race’ - about the worrying trend in the decline of fertility across the world. Also on the show Jonathan was joined by Dr Shane Bergin of UCD and Dr Jessamyn Fairfield of NUI Galway to look at the science news stories of the week. Listen and subscribe to Futureproof with Jonathan McCrea on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.    Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

How Our Modern World is Threatening Male and Female Reproductive Development and  Solutions  with Dr. Shanna Swan   Shanna H. Swan, Ph.D., is one of the world’s leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists and a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. An award-winning scientist, her work examines the impact of environmental exposures, including chemicals such as phthalates and Bisphenol A, on men’s and women’s reproductive health and the neurodevelopment of children. She is the author of “Countdown: How Our Modern World is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race”.   https://www.shannaswan.com  

In 2017, a scientist and her team of researchers completed a major study. They found that over the past four decades, sperm levels among men in Western countries have dropped by more than 50 percent. The result sent shockwaves around the globe—but the story didn’t end there. It turns out our sexual development is changing in broader ways, for both men and women and even other species, and that the modern world is on pace to become an infertile one. How and why could this happen? What is hijacking our fertility and our health? The scientist who led that research team, Dr. Shanna Swan, joined us with her coauthor Stacey Colino in a conversation facilitated by Town Hall Senior Correspondent Steve Scher to unpack these startling discoveries. As contained in her book Count Down: How Our Modern World Is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race, Dr. Swan and her team examined 185 studies involving close to 45,000 healthy men. She and Colino shared what they discerned about how both lifestyle and chemical exposures are affecting our fertility, sexual development, and general health as a species. With accessible explanations of the threats and repercussions, they presents an urgent wake-up call to action in protecting our future. Shanna H. Swan, PhD, is an award-winning scientist based at Mt. Sinai and one of the leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologists in the world. Dr. Swan has published more than 200 scientific papers and has been featured in extensive media coverage around the world. Her appearances include ABC News, NBC Nightly News, 60 Minutes, CBS News, PBS, BBC, and NPR, as well as in leading magazines and newspapers, including Newsweek, The Washington Post, Time, and many more. Stacey Colino is an award-winning writer specializing in health and environmental issues and a regular contributor to US News & World Report. Her work has appeared in The Washington Post Health section and in dozens of national magazines, including Newsweek, Parade, Woman’s Day, Sports Illustrated, and Good Housekeeping. She is the coauthor with David Katz of Disease-Proof: The Remarkable Truth About What Makes Us Well; Strong is the New Skinny with Jennifer Cohen; Good Food Fast! with Jason Roberts; and Taking Back the Month with Diana Taylor. Steve Scher is a podcaster, interviewer, and teacher. He worked in Seattle public radio for almost 30 years. He has taught at the University of Washington since 2009. He is Senior Correspondent for Town Hall Seattle’s In The Moment podcast. Buy the Book:  Presented by Town Hall Seattle. To become a member or make a donation click here. 

In this latest issue of my weekly podcast, we discuss Biden's and the Democrats' agenda. The Senate has passed the massive $1.9B stimulus package. The bill is also set to pass the House this week. This was a major win for the Democrats. Not only is the package popular among the general public, but it has considerable support among Republican voters. Biden has now turned his efforts towards HR.1, a voting reform package. This bill has almost no chance of passing the Senate, and it takes away from Biden's focus. He would do much better by passing popular and widely understood economic measures. Myanmar protesters have a new target. As demonstrations against the recent military coup continue, protesters have turned towards the China embassy. While some are asking for China’s help, others blame the country for allowing the coup to happen in the first place. “Quad” summit planned for next week. Biden has organized a meeting between the US, India, Australia, and Japan. The purpose of the conference is to discuss strategies to counter China’s influence in the Pacific. According to inside sources, vaccine diplomacy is high on the agenda.Italy blocks vaccine exports. Prime Minister Mario Draghi used a new EU mechanism to block AstraZeneca vaccine exports to Australia. He earned huge support among Italy's populists (even Salvini is applauding) by arguing that since the company is behind in their EU contracts, they must first fulfill those agreements.Is there a new biological threat to fertility? In her new book Count Down, epidemiologist Shanna H. Swan warns of a coming crisis in reproductive health. The book argues that endocrine-disrupting chemicals in our environment are wreaking havoc on sperm counts and egg quality and weaken humankind's ability to reproduce.**********The content featured here is a small part of Hedgeye’s Demography Unplugged, a game-changing market intelligence product brought to you by historian, demographer and best-selling author Neil Howe. Visit us to find out more and subscribe.