Phthalates and Endometriosis

Calling all Endometriosis sufferers!!!

DId you know that the products you're putting on your skin, or the plastics in your environment can actually increase endometriosis?!

The Phthalates found in pesticides, cosmetic products, perfumes, plastics, and unfiltered water can actually cause DNA damage, create copious amounts of oxidative stress, inhibit our natural production of reproductive hormones, worsen period pain, reduce follicular development (and egg production & quality) and therefore ovulation and fertility. .

Studies have also shown that women with a higher urinary detection of Phthalates have increased rates of Endometriosis..

If you haven't already, please go through your makeup and cosmetic collection, switch to essential oil perfumes, switch to natural makeup and skin care (especially deodorant), and make your own cleaning products!

Some of my favourites include Dr Bronner's, Dr Hauschka, Aveda, Golden Grind, and cleaning with lemon essential oil, tea tree oil, or eucalyptus oil!