00:00Imagine getting a blood test and discovering you've been carrying toxic chemicals for years, without even knowing it.
00:06They're called forever chemicals, or PFAS, and they're in everything from waterproof jackets to cookware.
00:12The scary part? They don't break down. They build up in your body and can stay there for decades.
00:18A BBC reporter recently found her blood PFAS levels were nearly five times above the health risk threshold.
00:25And the worst part? She likely passed them on to her children during pregnancy.
00:29PFAS have been linked to cancer, infertility, liver issues, and more.
00:34And they're in our water, our food, even our makeup.
00:38But can you do anything about it?
00:40Doctors say, yes, a little.
00:42You can reduce your levels slowly over time.
00:44Start by eating more fiber. Oats, beans, seeds. Use a water filter.
00:49Ditch scratched non-stick pans.
00:51Avoid waterproof or stain-resistant labels, especially in kids' clothes.
00:56Even wine and strawberries can carry PFAS through pesticide exposure.
01:01And most companies don't have to tell you what's in their products.
01:04Forever chemicals are everywhere, but the first step to protecting your family is knowing they exist.
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