383: Endocrine Disruptors, PFAS & Hidden Weight Gain |  Leonardo Trasande | Leonardo Trasande

383: Endocrine Disruptors, PFAS & Hidden Weight Gain | Leonardo Trasande | Leonardo Trasande

April 29, 2026 · 1h 10m

About this episode

Dr. Leo discusses the impact of microplastics and PFAS on health and practical steps to reduce exposure.

Microplastics are now being found in the brain, blood, placenta, and beyond, and scientists are still uncovering what that means for your health. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Leo to break down the latest research on microplastics, PFAS, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, how they impact metabolism, hormones, and long-term disease risk, and what actually works when it comes to reducing exposure. They cut through the fear and focus on practical, accessible steps you can take right now, from your kitchen to your daily habits, without overwhelm. If you’ve ever wondered how plastics affect your body, your weight, or your kids’ health, this is the conversation you need to hear. → Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed: → Are microplastics harmful to humans → How do plastics affect hormones → Can microplastics cause weight gain → How to reduce plastic exposure daily → What are PFAS health effects Sponsored By: → Function | Check your health the way I do! 160+ lab tests a year for $365, plus the ability to dive deeper into your results through Function's connections to platforms you already use, like ChatGPT and Claude. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and…

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