{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP11: Breaking Up with Plastic: My Journey From Clingy to Clean Living","description":"When I first started as a fitness competitor, I was so organized about my food. I'd plan my meals, prep them, and stash them in the freezer. Then, each morning, I'd fill up my trusty water bottle, grab a frozen meal, and head out the door \u2013 feeling oh so healthy.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; I had good intentions, but I later realized I was missing the mark in one big way. I WAS USING A BUNCH OF PLASTIC. \u267b\ufe0f\ud83d\udeaf And what's hiding in all that BPA-free plastic? Potentially harmful chemicals can still leach into your food and drink, causing inflammation and interfering with fitness goals.&amp;nbsp; But NO MORE. I'm Dr. Venus, and today, I'll share the simple kitchen swaps that helped me reduce plastic use. (And I hope they help you, too!) WATCH \ud835\ude3f\ud835\ude67. \ud835\ude51\ud835\ude5a\ud835\ude63\ud835\ude6a\ud835\ude68: \ud835\ude4a\ud835\ude63 \ud835\ude3e\ud835\ude56\ud835\ude61\ud835\ude61 \u25b6\ufe0f Breaking Up with Plastic: My Journey From Clingy to Clean Living Key points: [00:00:01] Introduction [00:01:46] What's hiding in all that BPA-free plastic? [00:03:29] Plastic offender #1: Bisphenol A&amp;nbsp; [00:03:55] Plastic offender #2: Phthalates [00:04:09] Plastic offender #3: Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) = \u2018the forever chemicals\u2019 [00:05:19] Watch out for fancy terms&amp;nbsp; [00:05:52] When silicone might not be a great option&amp;nbsp; [00:06:58] Start a food storage facelift [00:08:01] Swap to reusable bottles [00:08:44] Water pitcher purging #plasticfree #endocrine #health&amp;nbsp; \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014 Loved this episode? Follow Dr. Venus for eat-spiring and fit-spiring content! Staying healthy and fit when we're super busy with work and family commitments can be hard, but it's doable. Here's a look into my life as a physician, personal trainer, fitness competitor, and community volunteer. I provide weekly health, fitness, and competition training do's and don'ts. Let's live, learn, and even laugh about it together.&amp;nbsp; Are you READY to have some fun?!?!!&amp;nbsp; Subscribe to Dr. Venus on social media:&amp;nbsp; IG: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/docvenus\/ FB: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/doctorvenus\/ YT: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/DrVenusOnCall Website: https:\/\/doctorvenus.com\/ ","author_name":"Dr. Venus: MD On Call - Get Fit, Stay Young, Be Happy!","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/443178","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/28013793\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/160677171"}