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These are substances that mimic the effects of estrogen and can send bogus signals to the system. They create an imbalance with the body's hormones, specifically causing estrogen dominance. Sources of Xenoestrogens From plas cs to pes cides, from foods to toys...we are all constantly exposed to xenoestrogens without us even knowing it. Pes cides like DDT or PCB have been banned for their estrogen-mimicking characteris cs. However, these substances break down slowly and can remain in the body long a er exposure. These pes cides have been found to cause birth defects and even cancer. Xenoestrogens are also found in phthalates, which are used in plas cizers. They can leach from plas c containers, styrofoam, toys and even medical supplies. Some of you may be familiar with bisphenol A (or BPA) which can leak out of heat resistant plas cs or coa ngs inside aluminum Just what are Xenoestrogens? cans. Studies show that BPA can cause changes in sperm count and mo lity as well as increased growth of breast cancer cells. Sports drinks contain substances like DEHP, DINP, BBP and DBP, which are used as clouding agents. They are also found in juices, tea drinks, fruit jams and powders. These substances can reduce sperm and cause feminizing quali es in men. In women, these can induce early puberty and increase breast cancer risk. Foods that we eat may also have xeno-estrogens in them. Hormones used by farmers to fa en up chickens and cows are ingested by humans, causing an imbalance. Many people have wondered, men especially, why they have elevated estrogen levels. It is because of the food we eat and our exposure to xenoestrogens. It is almost normal now to see men with elevated estrogen type hormone levels. This is dangerous for any gender and definitely not the goal for a man. Men increase breast ssue and move into mood swings among many other issues ed into this imbalance. First of all, it is important to reduce your exposure to xenoestrogens in any and every level that you can. Cut back on sugar intake since this can also create and overproduc on of aromatase which is one of the main factors in these estrogen type hormone imbalances. There is also a Chinese herbal combina on that can assist with this imbalance. Fight the Effects of Xenoestrogens with MYOMIN • Myomin will compete with xenoestrogens to prevent them from a aching to receptors and causing their disrup ve effects. • Myomin assists the body in correc ng estrogen dominance. Try Myomin today and find out why so many men and women have benefited from it. Abby's Magazine -Volume 5 Issue 2 | Page 31

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