Bryan Johnson Podcast

These Toxins Are Silently Ruining Your Health

Bryan Johnson Podcast

Show Notes

Society is bathing us in chemicals. From wildfires to 4th of July fireworks, toxins feel inescapable. Here’s what I’m doing to limit exposure and reduce my levels.

Show Links:

Blueprint Food Guide: https://blueprint.bryanjohnson.com/pages/blueprint-protocol#food-guide

Further Listening:

“How Sauna Detoxified My Body” - Bryan Johnson Podcast

“We Need to Talk About Microplastics” - Bryan Johnson Podcast

Hosts:

Bryan Johnson: Blueprint Founder

Kate Tolo: Blueprint Co-Founder

Dr. Mike Mallin: Lead Physician for Bryan Johnson

Connect:

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BryanJohnson

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_bryan_johnson_

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

01:20 - Fireworks + Toxic Celebrations

12:27 - LA Wildfire Toxins

16:57 - Truth About Air Quality

21:23 - PFAS

31:49 - Reducing Toxins/PFAS

46:11 - Sauna, HBOT & Diet

50:13 - Don’t Freak Out

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