161. Microplastics Are Impacting Our Hormones & Causing Weight Gain

161. Microplastics Are Impacting Our Hormones & Causing Weight Gain

June 19, 2026 · 16 min

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Dr. Lisa Oldson discusses the impact of microplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals on weight loss and overall health.

In today's episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the science of microplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and why they may be quietly working against your weight loss efforts. From a landmark New England Journal of Medicine study linking microplastics in arterial plaque to a 4.5x higher risk of heart attack and stroke, to the growing evidence that BPA and phthalates disrupt fat cell formation, hormones, and gut health, Dr. Oldson explains what the research actually shows, and offers fi...

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