My wife is an analytical chemist who specializes in chromatography PFAS testing. It’s really surprising how many of our day to day products contain some form of PFAS, but from what she’s seen, the biggest source of exposure is tap water. You can mitigate it by using a reverse osmosis or activated carbon filter system,
He's gotta resort to clickbait now to even try to compete with all the ppl spreading misinformation lmaoo. He's playing the social media game and I love it
I taught at a school in Wisconsin that had high levels of PFAS in the water. The school and entire neighborhood was affected by this. I was told not to drink from the water fountain because of the high levels. Many students brought water from home and they would have to buy bottled water to have at home. There were quite a few instances of kids and adults developing cancer because of the PFAS. One instance was a senator’s child (the child passed away I believe), and they still wouldn’t do anything about it. I left that school, but I know this is a huge issue in this area.
@@crazysquirrel9425 and one neglected usage, laundry. Whatever's in the water doesn't just magically disappear in the final rinse. Still, being born in 1961, there's another highly persistent chemical still present in my body and well, likely all of yours as well, DDT. We're going to be stuck with these highly persistent chemicals for generations to come, with little to no recourse, as one's only realistic out is to board the battlestar and find another earth. Oh wait, it was flown into the sun... ;) OK, seriously though, we're stuck here wallowing in our own filth.
I think the highest compliment I can pay you is that so far, everything I've seen you talk about is all very reasonable. It's well thought out, presented, researched and referenced. Kudos.
Hello! I'm a Michigan resident and have a family member who works for the State of Michigan as a toxicology professional. PFOA and PFAS is everywhere in Michigan with our industrial manufacturing plants all over the state and the former copper mining industry. It's mostly in our water supply. Forever chemicals really need to be spoken about more in the mainstream, especially to younger consumers who don't remember what happened with DuPont. Thank you for sharing this Mike! Also, I highly recommend giving Dark Waters a watch, it's all about the lawyer Robert Bilott who went up against DuPont to prove that they were intentionally improperly disposing of forever chemicals.
Thank you so much for your comment, this topic and Michigan in general needs more exposure. We can learn so much from Michigan and what has happened there.
I noticed you didn’t mention the military in Oscoda and Grayling who have highly contributed to the PFAS poisoning of our land and water. Our government can destroy our natural resources and the health of humans, but let’s not bring that up.
I had a brief attempt at a discussion with an antivaxxer and I pointed out that PFAs also correlate with all the increase in symptoms that he noticed (obesity is the only one I remember), not just more vaccines... He called my fairly detailed thread "spam" with links to science. It's going to be hard to get certain people to listen, even to their own detriment.
Thank you for saying that companies need to be held liable. We don't pay enough attention to what corporate malfeasance does to our environment and health and we need to hold these people accountable and stop letting them get away with it
That's what needs to happen, absolutely. It needed to have been dealt with a long time ago. Because we've already been feeling the consequences, on us and on our one and only planet earth. Unfortunately, I think we all feel pretty powerless; humans tend to think that someone else will deal with said problem so we (they, us, me, you, them) stay doing nothing. I forget what that's called. It's for certain going to be really hard to fix this immense disaster we all have on our hands. 😢
@@corndog9482 What is my "gov"? What I am assuming is your "gov" used to charge tax rates as high as 90% for corporations. Maybe we should retvrn to tradition.
If there’s anything I’ve learned in my 54 years, it's that ANY chemical, when fed to lab rats at rates about a thousand times higher than any logical human exposure levels... the lab rats develop health problems. Then college kids publish them as scary sounding "studies" that the media then latch onto, inevitably misinterpret and distort, and cause public hysteria.
Thank you so much for making this video. You calmed my anxiety about wearing Lululemon, but also exposed me to a broader issue that’s fortunately being worked on right now. It helps so much knowing you’re a board certified doctor, and anything you say can land you in trouble. It makes what you say have more impact. I hope people watched this video all the way through.
Having a background in material science I unfortunately have partly bad news: We have not yet been able to find a proper substitute for these kind of polymers. They have a very unique set of properties and we are currently not able to reproduce it. There is a lot of research taking place and it is important to reduce it where it is not needed for its primary function (high temperature & chemical resistance, high strength properties, etc.), but it will take a while until we are able to live without it. Nonetheless I think your video is important to create awareness.
Yeah, no. There are multiple substances in nature that are waterproof. We were using substitutes for the polymers before we even had the polymers. The only reason we wouldn't have a substitute is that we're not trying to have a substitute.
@@bolbyballingerit’s 100% always about money. They’d lose too much by eliminating PFAS and plastics cold turkey and it costs them more money to produce more natural and safe alternatives.
@@HypocritesExposd Correct. It's because polymer production is so cheap. It's plastic, with cool properties. That's it...Too bad cancer rates are almost 40% higher than they were in the 60s....hmmm wonder why. It must be those damn dems /s
@@vannomanno1 he is a medical professional who actually follows the codes of ethics they pledge to. I don't think he is meant to give advice regarding anything medical without actually doing a diagnosis of a person So vague statements are best , he does give some clear advice like eating healthy and other general medical advice so there is that
@@ronblack7870Jesus dude, she didn't say anything about being entitled to anything, just that an expert's opinion was helpful. Take out your anger in more productive ways
The county I grew up in is currently battling against several paper manufacturers over PFAS contamination. It was used to waterproof paper plates, as one of the greatest sources they point to. These things get used once, then tossed in a landfill where the chemicals leach out for years. This led me to an adjacent step to reduce my own PFAS exposure: Stop using coated paper plates, and absolutely stop microwaving anything on them. Just wash the dishes, and don't shortcut by using disposable stuff to begin with.
This series is amazing because it plays into the algorithm because you're talking about a relevant topic while also being one of the biggest figures to bring truth from an unbiased standpoint. Thank you Dr. Mike!
I wouldn't call USA doctor giving his take on it ''unbiased standpoint'', its just not what it means at all. Not saying he is wrong/right, just saying he is definitely not an unbiased standpoint what so ever.
@@DarkRoosterTHN I mean if ya wanna go that route, there isn't such a thing as an unbiased person because of previous experience. But I think Dr. Mike does a good job of just stating facts without using any narrative to support an opinion
@@trentklein6884 He definitely does a good job, but that good job is definitely going to always come from American doctor. Many people have been hurt by American doctors, their way of doing things and their perscriptions and promotions. For them it can't be seriously unbiased unless they renounce their entire profession. But Dr. Mike didn't study more than 10 years just to ever go against his own profession, that wouldn't make much sense. There are also other sides of the world, with their own views, tests and occurences, for Europeans American doctors can look like backwards savages, with their lobbyism and addiction to overmedication.
thank you for talking about PFAS! i did a whole research paper on them. people need to realize this isn't some holistic health gimmick. they are SERIOUS.
That's kind of a staple in his presentation and one of the reasons he's so popular. Sure his team grabs a click-baity thumbnail but his content is far from it. Always solid.
I am hoping I missed something, because I thought the presentation was a little scary. Is anyone willing to share the steps they are going to take after watching this? My only thought was to stop buying unnecessary PFAS and accept that we will always be at a significant risk, since it’s in the water and environment. How did you guys interpret this without feeling anxious? ❤️
I really appreciate this video and how thorough and careful Dr. Mike was in explaining PFAS chemicals and exposure. I’d love another video on microplastics specifically! I’ve seen evidence that microplastics are in our air and drinking water, but I’d like to hear Dr. Mike’s perspective on how microplastics are affecting humans and the research on it.
i’m not sure you’ll see this but your videos have really been an inspiration to me. i’ve always wanted to become a doctor but i’m pursuing it now. your videos make my day better. we appreciate all you do dr mike!😊
Having a Master in Sustainable Textiles, I can second that!!! Awesome video! Only addition: PFAS are the only chemicals that make product water AND oil repellant. There are plenty of good alternatives for just water or just oil repellant, but no combined way. Because of its high effectiveness and being cheap, they got used in so many things even tho it was not necessary. Basically "overengineered". So the goal is now to use PFAS only in product that really need these water & oil repellant, e.g. for safety reasons, such as scrubs for surgeries to protect the doctors and staff from body fluids, contamination etc.
Why don’t doctors just use a two layer system . We don’t wanna poison doctors lol. But I 100% agree we can and should cut down on it and can afford to cut down on it
Can I trouble you for your opinions on natural fibres, and are some better than others when factoring in dyes, bleaches, pesticides etc.? I am trying to move towards natural fibres for my bedding and clothing but wish to ensure I’m proceeding intelligently, especially given the cost of natural fibres. PS. I love linen.
@@mctrustsnoone3781 Hey, yes, of course! Generally said, all fiber types have their specific properties and therefore have their scope of application, even synthetic fibers. In terms of environmental impact, linen and hemp are really good. They require no additional irrigation, and are really resistant (fewer pesticides). All natural fibers (mostly) need to be bleached prior to dyeing, but beached products in general does not have any health impact (it's the bleaching process itself (if done with chloride) that is the problem, after that it's fine, there is no residue left on the cloth). The lighter the color of the fabric is, the more likely it is bleached, but in generally the percentage is pretty high. Rayon fibers are also a good option, including viscose, modal and lyocell. They are man-made fibers, but instead of crude oil, cellulose is used (aka wood from fast-growing trees). Linen and hemp have "cooling" properties, which makes them very suitable for summer clothes. But a high percentage of linen/hemp might lead to a bit of a rough texture (depends on processing of the fibers). I also have a cotton/hemp mix for my bedding and I love it! Rayon clothes are really light and airy, and feel really nice on the skin. Mixtures of rayon (types), cotton and linen and hemp are also a good choice. They combine different properties well, while still only using cellulose fibers (which are all biodegradable). In terms of wearability, cotton will always be top tier (hence its popularity). Dyes is a whole other topic, because (so far) there is no need to notify the dye type on a final product. Most of the time, even the company does not know what dye the producer used. But if so, vat dyes might be the best (and most expensive) option for natural fibers. But most likely azo dyes are used, which are ok so far. But there are about 140 azo dyes that are forbidden (in the EU at least) that show carcinogenic behavior (might cause cancer). The producers are forbidden to use those by law/contracts, but if you buy from cheap companies (Shein/Temu/etc.) there might be a chance of still being used. In reality, there is no way to test all articles that get imported into western companies every day. But that's just a guess, no country is evaluation it currently (as I know). If you buy from brands, that have their many HQ in Europe or other western countries, it should be fine. Best option is always if it is fully produced in a western country (but then of course expensive). For synthetic fibers, doped dye is the best option, btw. And also generally speaking, buying less is more, and preferring second hand (if possible) also has a good impact. I hope I answered all your questions, and could help a bit!
@@neko2412neko thank you very much for your insightful and comprehensive reply! I really appreciate your time and knowledge. I hadn’t though about viscose and other, more modern, cellulose-based fabrics. I do love the hand of modal but have found it lacks durability. Your bedding sounds like it would be lovely. Do you recommend any particular brands? I also had not thought about the impacts of the dying process; but it stands to reason that the process has the opportunity to introduce a plethora of unknown compounds. I look forward to putting your information to good use going forward. Again, with much gratitude!
The local water cleaning facility where I live had to shut down due to PFAS in the water. The PFAS had leaked out into our water because of the old military base practising fire extingushing using extinguishers that in return flowed out into our water supply and wasn't discoverd until 2004.
Hii! I'm currently studying to pursue a career in forensic anthropology in the future, and I find your videos really helpful. I've been reading medical textbooks, physiology books and things like that, so your videos are a good way to engage with these sort of subjects without feeling like I'm going to die of boredom. Thanks for making this channel something everyone can learn from ❤
Before today I wouldn't of thought that Lululemon leggings were considered "dangerous", and I think a 5.5 on the Truth or Scare scale is pretty reasonable and it also shines a light on little topics like this. Getting to learn new things through your videos, like everyone else's, makes my day.
@ronblack7870 they move with you and give compression to the legs which feels good when your active. Now the ones that show too much backside are disturbing 😅
PFAS in drinking water is a huge problem, I worked in early PFAS testing in Colorado drinking water plants. Luckily pfas can be removed from drinking water with ion exchange resins
All of the facts (plus an honest, open and non-aggressive discussion) and none of the drama. What an interesting topic you've picked. Besides the consumables, there are so many things in our proximity that affect our health. Thanks Dr. Mike and team for spreading the awareness. 👏
Great new series, Dr. Mike. There is far too much false information on social media and people are ready to believe claims without doing the proper research. You're doing a great job breaking stigma and providing accurate, scientifically backed evidence. Thanks for making a positive difference👏🏼
PFAS and their toxic effects are a central part of my graduate thesis. It’s great that big names like Dr. Mike are starting to make the public more aware! If you needed any incentive to change from non-stick pans (chock-full of PFAS) to cast iron, this video is your sign.
PFAS do not "leach" into your body from wearing them. If you believe they do, please attach citations as I can not find any. And I have access to everything. Chemist here. What people don't seem to realize is that these pants don't "breathe" & that is most likely their entire issue.
@@nehalilisays aluminum is fine. Cast iron will leach into food, and that's actually good. It is a very small amount, so it's like having a small supplement of iron
I love that dr. Mike can make a video on any topic he links medicine to. Because of his videos, I'm thinking about going to medical school. Great job, Mike! I'm learning also English watching your videos! Thank you soooo much! ❤️❤️❤️
Learned about the horrible (and unreported) DuPont legal cases on The Majority Report. Every person and country should be fully aware of how damaging those companies are for environment
Today was the worst day of the week for me. I had a dumb headache, and I cried but after watching some Dr. Mike content I feel way better than before. Donno how to thank you!:)
Really appreciate this video, giving a huge audience a science based explanation of the risks and future of PFAS while focusing on the systemic ecological impact and consequential public health impact. Steering the conversation away from consumer fearmongering and instead systemic consumer protections by addressing the root causes.
@@pamelajackson6954 Let's make a movement out of it. The Free The Nipple movement already has an annual topless day parade. It's only about time they had a bottomless day parade too. 👍
As a certified & qualified physicist, I told my husband not to wear his Lululemon Leggings, but he would not listen to me. Thank you for voicing out. 💯
Yesterday's Food Theory was about PFAS too, what an interesting timing for both of you to release a vid on the same topic in the same week, it's great info imo
My wife briefly worked in Saginaw Michigan as an OT. She said that it's a well known issue in the area where kids were being born deaf. Dow Chemical and Tri-City Chemical both have manufacturing plants in the area. It's interesting how Michigan is mentioned in this video because almost all of my friends in Michigan have had a very hard time having kids.
THANK YOU DR MIKE. As someone who works in the environmental engineering industry, and has been following along with the EPA releasing new PFAS guidance, seeing misinformation on this topic has been increasingly aggravating to see. PFAS should be a real concern, but like most issues, we need to focus our energy on the manufacturing/suppliers rather than specific brand/items themselves.
Vote then. The gop hates regulation and thinks it should be illegal to stop you from rawdogging every chemical known to man. They will defund (or just neuter) the epa, the fda, the ymca - all the A's.
@@brittanyend57"... experts generally do not consider radiation from wireless headphones a health risk. You can switch to wired headphones if you are still concerned. ... " That message is consistant accross all reputable heath and science web pages.
This was very informative. Thank you. My son works at Lululemon and I had seen the video you were referring to and was wondering if I should be concerned. This has eased my concern a bit, especially since you mentioned that Lulu has removed (or reduced?) PFAS from its clothing as of 2023...he started working there in 2024.
My OCD loves this man!... In a good way. I calm down so much quicker with his videos. I get some evidence based reassurance that it's not as bad as I was thinking(usually), and actionable ideas on how to protect myself where needed. Thanks, Doc. I'm gonna go hug my RO filter now 😆
The issue with PFAS is that they are on everything and are not breaking down, plus when the government bans one of these chemicals, they just make another. A company may say they are going away from them but there is nothing that has the same longevity for waterproofing and they will be using sister chemicals. My mother worked in freshwater pollution monitoring and it has been a consistent increase in canadian freshwater from day one of testing. Our dosage is only going up over time and the impact on ecological systems is still largely unknown. Predatory fish (like salmon and trout) are of specific concern because of their high exposure from the water and their prey. This is a large issue that honestly will need a large amount of money and public pressure to be dealt with.
I work in PFAS environmental research. They are absolutely as bad as stated here. They are absolutely everywhere in the environment as well. Just thought I'd drop that in here. The effective dose is starting to appear much lower than we thought.
Gotta love how Mike admits when he doesn't know, and forces me to admit i don't know either while simulaneously terrifying me and informing me very well.
The disturbing part is that these things are become real dangerous, and people don’t realize it because it’s “trending”, blinding them from the real problem.
When my husband and I were struggling with fertility we had everyone and their mothers talking about endocrine disrupters. Can you do an episode of this series on that?
The more important thing is to ask which pfas are the most harmful rather than just generalizing them. This is the same as scarefluencers who say 'chemicals' with a negative tone and a mealymouthed expression. We should call the chemicals out by name.
I literally just had this conversation with a friend about athletic wear. Any information about athletic brands that don't have these in them? But on another note, these are inescapable is what you're saying.
Is it safe to drink water straight from the tap? Are there any water filter jugs that are safe to use? I used to use Brita but are there any other good ones?
Question: What was the original reason that PFAS was created to begin with? Was it one of those things that they used and didn't know would have repercussions later on? Or was it known that they would be harmful forever chemicals?
More like they figured its benefits outweighed the risk. There’s currently little on the market that can replace PFAS on an industrial level right now; Florine -bonds in chemistry are very durable and stable. Enough to contain the strongest superacids or protect superconductors. That said, there are plenty of promising science coming out of chemical factories on the horizon.
The benefits are huge, so the companies producing this stuff did the usual: hide the risks for the short term profit. With the result that pfas have been highly overused. That at least is a trend that's reversing.
I have a B.S. with a major in Biology and with a minor in chemistry. I remember distinctly my freshman chemistry professor, Dr. Roger Hawk stating how toxic Teflon is and not to cook with pots and pans costed with Teflon. I took hid advice immediately (fall 1986). Fluorine is the most toxic element. Check all your toothpaste, etc.
My wife is an analytical chemist who specializes in chromatography PFAS testing. It’s really surprising how many of our day to day products contain some form of PFAS, but from what she’s seen, the biggest source of exposure is tap water. You can mitigate it by using a reverse osmosis or activated carbon filter system,
Is it able to be cooked out? Like when making pasta? By boiling the water?
@@Blueberryyymuffin Of course not
@@BlueberryyymuffinForce your government to do something about it. That’s the easiest and best solution in the long term.
Is that because the tap water if fluoridated with fluorosilic acid?
So the brita is good ?
I wasn’t expecting this topic, but I like how Mike is getting creative in presenting science.
He's gotta resort to clickbait now to even try to compete with all the ppl spreading misinformation lmaoo. He's playing the social media game and I love it
If you guys need people to be "creative" to spoon-feed you science knowledge, you're beyond help.
@@phobos1963how? Seems like youre fun at parties 🙄
@@phobos1963you’re hating on people for appreciating a cool approach to science
@@phobos1963 know it all ah
Bro went out of pocket with the thumbnail 😂😂😂
Thats why i clicked ong
Men of culture, we meet again.
Im a woman and them cheeks was cheeking so i clicked so see what them cheeks was up too lol
He cooked
Thumb nail really said gyatt
I taught at a school in Wisconsin that had high levels of PFAS in the water. The school and entire neighborhood was affected by this. I was told not to drink from the water fountain because of the high levels. Many students brought water from home and they would have to buy bottled water to have at home. There were quite a few instances of kids and adults developing cancer because of the PFAS. One instance was a senator’s child (the child passed away I believe), and they still wouldn’t do anything about it. I left that school, but I know this is a huge issue in this area.
Drinking isn't the only way for it to get into your body.
Handwashing, showering, similar.
What area in wi?
@@miscellaneousinterests the LaCrosse, WI area.
Note to self, don’t apply to LaCrosse
@@crazysquirrel9425 and one neglected usage, laundry.
Whatever's in the water doesn't just magically disappear in the final rinse.
Still, being born in 1961, there's another highly persistent chemical still present in my body and well, likely all of yours as well, DDT.
We're going to be stuck with these highly persistent chemicals for generations to come, with little to no recourse, as one's only realistic out is to board the battlestar and find another earth. Oh wait, it was flown into the sun... ;)
OK, seriously though, we're stuck here wallowing in our own filth.
I think the highest compliment I can pay you is that so far, everything I've seen you talk about is all very reasonable. It's well thought out, presented, researched and referenced. Kudos.
Hello! I'm a Michigan resident and have a family member who works for the State of Michigan as a toxicology professional. PFOA and PFAS is everywhere in Michigan with our industrial manufacturing plants all over the state and the former copper mining industry. It's mostly in our water supply.
Forever chemicals really need to be spoken about more in the mainstream, especially to younger consumers who don't remember what happened with DuPont. Thank you for sharing this Mike!
Also, I highly recommend giving Dark Waters a watch, it's all about the lawyer Robert Bilott who went up against DuPont to prove that they were intentionally improperly disposing of forever chemicals.
Thank you so much for your comment, this topic and Michigan in general needs more exposure. We can learn so much from Michigan and what has happened there.
Awesome will watch Dark Waters as I am late 20's and not aware what happened with DuPont.
I noticed you didn’t mention the military in Oscoda and Grayling who have highly contributed to the PFAS poisoning of our land and water. Our government can destroy our natural resources and the health of humans, but let’s not bring that up.
I had a brief attempt at a discussion with an antivaxxer and I pointed out that PFAs also correlate with all the increase in symptoms that he noticed (obesity is the only one I remember), not just more vaccines...
He called my fairly detailed thread "spam" with links to science.
It's going to be hard to get certain people to listen, even to their own detriment.
Yes! As your neighbor in Wisconsin, we're dealing with this too, it's been a big deal in the last few years
Thank you for saying that companies need to be held liable. We don't pay enough attention to what corporate malfeasance does to our environment and health and we need to hold these people accountable and stop letting them get away with it
it's allowed and endorsed by your own "gov"
That's what needs to happen, absolutely. It needed to have been dealt with a long time ago. Because we've already been feeling the consequences, on us and on our one and only planet earth. Unfortunately, I think we all feel pretty powerless; humans tend to think that someone else will deal with said problem so we (they, us, me, you, them) stay doing nothing. I forget what that's called.
It's for certain going to be really hard to fix this immense disaster we all have on our hands. 😢
@@corndog9482 What is my "gov"?
What I am assuming is your "gov" used to charge tax rates as high as 90% for corporations. Maybe we should retvrn to tradition.
@@corndog9482as if the government has ever been for the people in any country give me break 😂 want change do it yourself
@@aurorachoi5030 When did I ever state they did? All "govs" are the same, and the people's well being are/were never their priority.
literally got a lululemon ad halfway through this video
😂
Same bro
Holy hot shorts
Still people out there that see ads
@@southcoastinventors6583A lot of people don’t use adblock or have premium
@@southcoastinventors6583 fr lol
If there’s anything I’ve learned in my 47 years, it doesn’t matter if the products hurt or kill people as long as the shareholders are making a profit
Sadly, that's too true.
You could be a shareholder...
It only becomes a problem if it becomes bad publicity...
@@twincherry4958Fed detected opinion rejected
If there’s anything I’ve learned in my 54 years, it's that ANY chemical, when fed to lab rats at rates about a thousand times higher than any logical human exposure levels... the lab rats develop health problems. Then college kids publish them as scary sounding "studies" that the media then latch onto, inevitably misinterpret and distort, and cause public hysteria.
Thank you so much for making this video. You calmed my anxiety about wearing Lululemon, but also exposed me to a broader issue that’s fortunately being worked on right now. It helps so much knowing you’re a board certified doctor, and anything you say can land you in trouble. It makes what you say have more impact. I hope people watched this video all the way through.
Having a background in material science I unfortunately have partly bad news: We have not yet been able to find a proper substitute for these kind of polymers. They have a very unique set of properties and we are currently not able to reproduce it. There is a lot of research taking place and it is important to reduce it where it is not needed for its primary function (high temperature & chemical resistance, high strength properties, etc.), but it will take a while until we are able to live without it.
Nonetheless I think your video is important to create awareness.
Yeah, no.
There are multiple substances in nature that are waterproof. We were using substitutes for the polymers before we even had the polymers.
The only reason we wouldn't have a substitute is that we're not trying to have a substitute.
I was going to postulate that. We know a lot of things aren't great, but they are too useful to just not use
@@bolbyballingeryeah no
@@bolbyballingerit’s 100% always about money. They’d lose too much by eliminating PFAS and plastics cold turkey and it costs them more money to produce more natural and safe alternatives.
@@HypocritesExposd Correct. It's because polymer production is so cheap. It's plastic, with cool properties. That's it...Too bad cancer rates are almost 40% higher than they were in the 60s....hmmm wonder why. It must be those damn dems /s
Dr Mike never disappoints. His looks are sharp but his intellect is far sharper. He knows when to give the best advices imaginable.
Only advice I heard was don't drink the water near a DuPont Chemical Factory
ya i don't really think he had any advice other than, well it's everywhere, so who knows
@@vannomanno1 For this specific video, sure but they mean overall, within all of his videos.
@@hhaste well that's not very clear then, similar to Dr.Mikes advice on many of his videos
@@vannomanno1 he is a medical professional who actually follows the codes of ethics they pledge to.
I don't think he is meant to give advice regarding anything medical without actually doing a diagnosis of a person
So vague statements are best , he does give some clear advice like eating healthy and other general medical advice so there is that
I have severe anxiety, so having a professional tell me how much he’s worried for stuff is so helpful for me.
why must you be helped? the real world does not care about you
@@ronblack7870sorry what
@@ronblack7870Jesus dude, she didn't say anything about being entitled to anything, just that an expert's opinion was helpful. Take out your anger in more productive ways
Don't know what that dudes problem is but people do care and whatever 'real world' he lives in must be very sad.
@@ronblack7870 Why must you be so mean for no reason?
I’ve seen of PFAS before online but I let it leave my mind because nobody talked about it. I love that I found this video.
The county I grew up in is currently battling against several paper manufacturers over PFAS contamination. It was used to waterproof paper plates, as one of the greatest sources they point to. These things get used once, then tossed in a landfill where the chemicals leach out for years. This led me to an adjacent step to reduce my own PFAS exposure: Stop using coated paper plates, and absolutely stop microwaving anything on them. Just wash the dishes, and don't shortcut by using disposable stuff to begin with.
This series is amazing because it plays into the algorithm because you're talking about a relevant topic while also being one of the biggest figures to bring truth from an unbiased standpoint. Thank you Dr. Mike!
I wouldn't call USA doctor giving his take on it ''unbiased standpoint'', its just not what it means at all. Not saying he is wrong/right, just saying he is definitely not an unbiased standpoint what so ever.
@@DarkRoosterTHN I mean if ya wanna go that route, there isn't such a thing as an unbiased person because of previous experience. But I think Dr. Mike does a good job of just stating facts without using any narrative to support an opinion
@@trentklein6884
He definitely does a good job, but that good job is definitely going to always come from American doctor.
Many people have been hurt by American doctors, their way of doing things and their perscriptions and promotions. For them it can't be seriously unbiased unless they renounce their entire profession. But Dr. Mike didn't study more than 10 years just to ever go against his own profession, that wouldn't make much sense.
There are also other sides of the world, with their own views, tests and occurences, for Europeans American doctors can look like backwards savages, with their lobbyism and addiction to overmedication.
thank you for talking about PFAS! i did a whole research paper on them. people need to realize this isn't some holistic health gimmick. they are SERIOUS.
I like how he doesn’t have a fit about it and presents it as a problem without making it scary for views
He pretty much always discusses issues in this way which is so good as it avoids fear mongering and instead focuses on awareness
That's kind of a staple in his presentation and one of the reasons he's so popular. Sure his team grabs a click-baity thumbnail but his content is far from it. Always solid.
Yeah he's so good at making things not scary, but part of me thinks it's due to him being a doctor
I am hoping I missed something, because I thought the presentation was a little scary. Is anyone willing to share the steps they are going to take after watching this? My only thought was to stop buying unnecessary PFAS and accept that we will always be at a significant risk, since it’s in the water and environment. How did you guys interpret this without feeling anxious? ❤️
I liked the epic way Alex Jones talked about the waste chemical atrazine in the water. He was screaming "IT TURNS THE FREAKING FROGS GAY!!!!!!".
I really appreciate this video and how thorough and careful Dr. Mike was in explaining PFAS chemicals and exposure. I’d love another video on microplastics specifically! I’ve seen evidence that microplastics are in our air and drinking water, but I’d like to hear Dr. Mike’s perspective on how microplastics are affecting humans and the research on it.
Loved you called out DuPont! Loved the call out of TEFLON and water/food exposure havind more risks than fabric!
i’m not sure you’ll see this but your videos have really been an inspiration to me. i’ve always wanted to become a doctor but i’m pursuing it now. your videos make my day better. we appreciate all you do dr mike!😊
Your great
All the best to you 😊
Good luck, will be one hell of a journey
Don't give up on your dream! Keep pushing!
Having a Master in Sustainable Textiles, I can second that!!! Awesome video!
Only addition: PFAS are the only chemicals that make product water AND oil repellant. There are plenty of good alternatives for just water or just oil repellant, but no combined way. Because of its high effectiveness and being cheap, they got used in so many things even tho it was not necessary. Basically "overengineered". So the goal is now to use PFAS only in product that really need these water & oil repellant, e.g. for safety reasons, such as scrubs for surgeries to protect the doctors and staff from body fluids, contamination etc.
Why don’t doctors just use a two layer system . We don’t wanna poison doctors lol. But I 100% agree we can and should cut down on it and can afford to cut down on it
@@gabagu4697 Unless they are eating and licking their scrubs, they are not being poisoned.
Can I trouble you for your opinions on natural fibres, and are some better than others when factoring in dyes, bleaches, pesticides etc.? I am trying to move towards natural fibres for my bedding and clothing but wish to ensure I’m proceeding intelligently, especially given the cost of natural fibres. PS. I love linen.
@@mctrustsnoone3781 Hey, yes, of course! Generally said, all fiber types have their specific properties and therefore have their scope of application, even synthetic fibers.
In terms of environmental impact, linen and hemp are really good. They require no additional irrigation, and are really resistant (fewer pesticides). All natural fibers (mostly) need to be bleached prior to dyeing, but beached products in general does not have any health impact (it's the bleaching process itself (if done with chloride) that is the problem, after that it's fine, there is no residue left on the cloth). The lighter the color of the fabric is, the more likely it is bleached, but in generally the percentage is pretty high.
Rayon fibers are also a good option, including viscose, modal and lyocell. They are man-made fibers, but instead of crude oil, cellulose is used (aka wood from fast-growing trees).
Linen and hemp have "cooling" properties, which makes them very suitable for summer clothes. But a high percentage of linen/hemp might lead to a bit of a rough texture (depends on processing of the fibers). I also have a cotton/hemp mix for my bedding and I love it!
Rayon clothes are really light and airy, and feel really nice on the skin. Mixtures of rayon (types), cotton and linen and hemp are also a good choice. They combine different properties well, while still only using cellulose fibers (which are all biodegradable).
In terms of wearability, cotton will always be top tier (hence its popularity).
Dyes is a whole other topic, because (so far) there is no need to notify the dye type on a final product. Most of the time, even the company does not know what dye the producer used. But if so, vat dyes might be the best (and most expensive) option for natural fibers. But most likely azo dyes are used, which are ok so far. But there are about 140 azo dyes that are forbidden (in the EU at least) that show carcinogenic behavior (might cause cancer). The producers are forbidden to use those by law/contracts, but if you buy from cheap companies (Shein/Temu/etc.) there might be a chance of still being used. In reality, there is no way to test all articles that get imported into western companies every day. But that's just a guess, no country is evaluation it currently (as I know). If you buy from brands, that have their many HQ in Europe or other western countries, it should be fine. Best option is always if it is fully produced in a western country (but then of course expensive). For synthetic fibers, doped dye is the best option, btw.
And also generally speaking, buying less is more, and preferring second hand (if possible) also has a good impact.
I hope I answered all your questions, and could help a bit!
@@neko2412neko thank you very much for your insightful and comprehensive reply! I really appreciate your time and knowledge.
I hadn’t though about viscose and other, more modern, cellulose-based fabrics. I do love the hand of modal but have found it lacks durability.
Your bedding sounds like it would be lovely. Do you recommend any particular brands?
I also had not thought about the impacts of the dying process; but it stands to reason that the process has the opportunity to introduce a plethora of unknown compounds.
I look forward to putting your information to good use going forward. Again, with much gratitude!
The local water cleaning facility where I live had to shut down due to PFAS in the water. The PFAS had leaked out into our water because of the old military base practising fire extingushing using extinguishers that in return flowed out into our water supply and wasn't discoverd until 2004.
North of Newcastle NSW?
Wurtsmith.
State?
Hii! I'm currently studying to pursue a career in forensic anthropology in the future, and I find your videos really helpful. I've been reading medical textbooks, physiology books and things like that, so your videos are a good way to engage with these sort of subjects without feeling like I'm going to die of boredom. Thanks for making this channel something everyone can learn from ❤
I had heard of this, but didn’t think of it in the wider sense. Thanks Dr Mike for making this in a way that makes it easy to understand.
Before today I wouldn't of thought that Lululemon leggings were considered "dangerous", and I think a 5.5 on the Truth or Scare scale is pretty reasonable and it also shines a light on little topics like this. Getting to learn new things through your videos, like everyone else's, makes my day.
ONe of the unspoken dangers of Lululemon clothing is people paying way too much for items made by poorly paid third-world near-slave labor.
why must people wear tight clothes ? just to be stylish?
@@ronblack7870 no? Most people wear leggings because they are comfortable. They are thight, but in an elastic way, and way more soft than jeans
They might be possibly dangerous but as a dude.. goddamn..
Lmao 😂
@ronblack7870 they move with you and give compression to the legs which feels good when your active. Now the ones that show too much backside are disturbing 😅
Dr.Mike's channel is like free education. I love it
PFAS in drinking water is a huge problem, I worked in early PFAS testing in Colorado drinking water plants. Luckily pfas can be removed from drinking water with ion exchange resins
Water softener?
Could you provide more information to avoid PFAS?
What about reverse osmosis?
Do you know this because you did testing yourself? Pleeeease do respond because I find this whole PFAS thing so distressing!
@@essennagerry the state hired a company did it, but I watched them do it
All of the facts (plus an honest, open and non-aggressive discussion) and none of the drama. What an interesting topic you've picked. Besides the consumables, there are so many things in our proximity that affect our health. Thanks Dr. Mike and team for spreading the awareness. 👏
Thank you for your constant source of education
Great new series, Dr. Mike. There is far too much false information on social media and people are ready to believe claims without doing the proper research. You're doing a great job breaking stigma and providing accurate, scientifically backed evidence. Thanks for making a positive difference👏🏼
PFAS and their toxic effects are a central part of my graduate thesis. It’s great that big names like Dr. Mike are starting to make the public more aware! If you needed any incentive to change from non-stick pans (chock-full of PFAS) to cast iron, this video is your sign.
PFAS do not "leach" into your body from wearing them. If you believe they do, please attach citations as I can not find any. And I have access to everything. Chemist here. What people don't seem to realize is that these pants don't "breathe" & that is most likely their entire issue.
Is there a benefit of cast iron pans over aluminum pans? Could the iron get into the food as well?
@@Meezer you should be top comment. I don’t get why Doc Mike gives a 5.5 on Paul saladino claims that guy is a fear mongering idiot.
@pedromonteiro1695 the moss on my elm tree has more scientific credibility than Paul Saladino.
@@nehalilisays aluminum is fine. Cast iron will leach into food, and that's actually good. It is a very small amount, so it's like having a small supplement of iron
I love that dr. Mike can make a video on any topic he links medicine to. Because of his videos, I'm thinking about going to medical school. Great job, Mike! I'm learning also English watching your videos! Thank you soooo much! ❤️❤️❤️
Great job! Wish more people could see this message and take it to heart.
I love the science & toxicology videos. This is a really informative one. He did a great job.
Learned about the horrible (and unreported) DuPont legal cases on The Majority Report. Every person and country should be fully aware of how damaging those companies are for environment
I haven't been able to take that show seriously since they said it's bougie to expect to not be attacked on the NY subway...
but extremely helpful in modern life as well.
@@TheLobsterCopter5000 that sounds like it may have been a poorly delivered joke
Today was the worst day of the week for me. I had a dumb headache, and I cried but after watching some Dr. Mike content I feel way better than before. Donno how to thank you!:)
YOOO DOCTOR MIKE UPLOADED!
never clicked so fast
I live in Michigan. Just donated blood and urine to the MIChem project!
this has helped me so
much in my business exam thank
you so much dr mike!!
This series - and this kind of scientific communication in general - is fantastic and so sorely needed. Keep it up!
PFAS should definitely be talked about more. Glad to see a big channel like this one at least mention it
Thank you Dr. Mike - nice to hear a reasoned and informed point of view. I am liking the new series "Truth or Scare".
Really appreciate this video, giving a huge audience a science based explanation of the risks and future of PFAS while focusing on the systemic ecological impact and consequential public health impact. Steering the conversation away from consumer fearmongering and instead systemic consumer protections by addressing the root causes.
Your editing has become phenomenal!
I love Dr. Mike's videos. He puts so many things in perspective and context.
That's why I don't wear pants when I go out. Too dangerous. 😁
Some 100% cotton undies is all you need. :D
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😂 good policy! I am going to join you.
@@pamelajackson6954 Let's make a movement out of it. The Free The Nipple movement already has an annual topless day parade. It's only about time they had a bottomless day parade too. 👍
This needs more likes!!! 😂
Thank you for a factual and evidence based video on this and not just "forever chemicals"
Thanks to Dr Mike and his team for the research and presentation of this information
He is so much sharp in his intellectual knowledge Dr.Mike never disappointed Thank you much for very important information
I absolutely LOVE this new format. Keep those videos coming! This is very valuable information!
Loooooove this series! Finally someone who “targets” the misinformation on social media!
It wasn't misinformation. He confirmed it but gave a broader picture which you cant do in these 30sec clips that have become so popular.
Thanks for keeping us informed Dr Mike about the potential damage of certain chemicals, without any hype or hysteria, no 🐂💩! Be wop!👨🏻⚕️🤗
As a certified & qualified physicist,
I told my husband not to wear his Lululemon Leggings,
but he would not listen to me.
Thank you for voicing out.
💯
Also a Physicist and I'm not sure how our academic discipline as Physicist makes your suggestion to your husband valid.
@@John.Doe.A.D33R
Physicist =/= Physician
@@Spree1775😂😂
As a certified and qualified archeologist, I completely agree
@@Spree1775 /whoosh
i'm so grateful found your YT channel doc, and learn so much good things, thank you so much
Yesterday's Food Theory was about PFAS too, what an interesting timing for both of you to release a vid on the same topic in the same week, it's great info imo
Love this new segment! Thanks for all your hard work Doc.
Does anyone else learn things from Dr. Mike
no
Yes
He taought me about question marks!
Me
Yes
Fascinating video. Thanks for telling us what we need to know so we don’t get hurt or lied too
My wife briefly worked in Saginaw Michigan as an OT. She said that it's a well known issue in the area where kids were being born deaf. Dow Chemical and Tri-City Chemical both have manufacturing plants in the area. It's interesting how Michigan is mentioned in this video because almost all of my friends in Michigan have had a very hard time having kids.
Every time learning something new from your videos! 👏🏻thank you. Also Doctor Mike looked really tired. You should take a rest more often doc
THANK YOU DR MIKE. As someone who works in the environmental engineering industry, and has been following along with the EPA releasing new PFAS guidance, seeing misinformation on this topic has been increasingly aggravating to see. PFAS should be a real concern, but like most issues, we need to focus our energy on the manufacturing/suppliers rather than specific brand/items themselves.
Can you do EMF from wireless devices next? I see a lot of info on social media about wireless headphones and smart watches
Vote then. The gop hates regulation and thinks it should be illegal to stop you from rawdogging every chemical known to man. They will defund (or just neuter) the epa, the fda, the ymca - all the A's.
@@brittanyend57"... experts generally do not consider radiation from wireless headphones a health risk. You can switch to wired headphones if you are still concerned. ... "
That message is consistant accross all reputable heath and science web pages.
I literally just watched the movie about PFAS on Netflix last night, and then this shows up in my feed. Lots of good information!
This was very informative. Thank you. My son works at Lululemon and I had seen the video you were referring to and was wondering if I should be concerned. This has eased my concern a bit, especially since you mentioned that Lulu has removed (or reduced?) PFAS from its clothing as of 2023...he started working there in 2024.
My OCD loves this man!... In a good way. I calm down so much quicker with his videos. I get some evidence based reassurance that it's not as bad as I was thinking(usually), and actionable ideas on how to protect myself where needed. Thanks, Doc. I'm gonna go hug my RO filter now 😆
Loved the Legal Eagle pop-up! Thank you for this video Dr. Mike!
The issue with PFAS is that they are on everything and are not breaking down, plus when the government bans one of these chemicals, they just make another. A company may say they are going away from them but there is nothing that has the same longevity for waterproofing and they will be using sister chemicals. My mother worked in freshwater pollution monitoring and it has been a consistent increase in canadian freshwater from day one of testing. Our dosage is only going up over time and the impact on ecological systems is still largely unknown. Predatory fish (like salmon and trout) are of specific concern because of their high exposure from the water and their prey. This is a large issue that honestly will need a large amount of money and public pressure to be dealt with.
I LOVE THIS DR MIKE THANKYOU for letting me see this I needed it, I’m SO OVER PLASTIC WASTE
Thank you for spreading awareness!! It helps because of your huge following
Thanks Dr Mike for addressing this
Thank you for this information!! Love the new series!
Best doc around! Love you Mike!
Amen
Keep up with the educational and entertaining content !!! 😍
Thank you for this video. I have a lot of family from the area near the DuPont plant you mentioned. So many health issues in that area.
Oh, I like this series. Keep 'em coming Doctor Mike! Thank you!!
PLEASE keep doing this series!
Here's a question I never thought I would ask: are my contact lenses going to give me cancer?
I have the same question 😭😭
If you live in California, possibly. Literally everything has a cancer warning here.
I work in PFAS environmental research. They are absolutely as bad as stated here. They are absolutely everywhere in the environment as well. Just thought I'd drop that in here. The effective dose is starting to appear much lower than we thought.
Gotta love how Mike admits when he doesn't know, and forces me to admit i don't know either while simulaneously terrifying me and informing me very well.
I love this series it really gets to the nitty gritty of what tumors are true or false and how it actually works
I can just tell this is gonna be such a great series, can't wait for the next episode
This is real science. fact based and data driven. no fear mongering or hyperbole.
The disturbing part is that these things are become real dangerous, and people don’t realize it because it’s “trending”, blinding them from the real problem.
...wich is???
@@watata1t fashion fail. Probably
@@watata1t that PFAS and microplastics are in virtually everything you eat and drink, regardless of if it’s home grown, organic, or not.
Ah yes, the trend of ....needing contact lenses i guess.
its likeyou didnt even watch the video lol
When my husband and I were struggling with fertility we had everyone and their mothers talking about endocrine disrupters. Can you do an episode of this series on that?
Thank you 🙏 for bringing this to our attention REMINDERS ARE ALWAYS A GOOD THING 🙏🤗🥰👍🏻❤
ANOTHER DAY OF WATCHING VIDEOS FROM MY FAVOURITE DOCTIR UA-camR!
8:58 The reason why people clicked on the video
my friend is working on PFAS and it's really a concerned toxin which has to be address.
The more important thing is to ask which pfas are the most harmful rather than just generalizing them. This is the same as scarefluencers who say 'chemicals' with a negative tone and a mealymouthed expression. We should call the chemicals out by name.
Thanks for the info. Now, what are we using as a safer substitute for PFAs?
Not me sitting in my Lululemon leggings watching this 😅
Love these vids!
I literally just had this conversation with a friend about athletic wear. Any information about athletic brands that don't have these in them?
But on another note, these are inescapable is what you're saying.
Is it safe to drink water straight from the tap? Are there any water filter jugs that are safe to use?
I used to use Brita but are there any other good ones?
Que sería de nosotros sin Dr Mike ! En este mundo lleno de desinformación el es definitivamente la voz de la razón. Bravo 👏 🤩🤓
Question: What was the original reason that PFAS was created to begin with? Was it one of those things that they used and didn't know would have repercussions later on? Or was it known that they would be harmful forever chemicals?
More like they figured its benefits outweighed the risk.
There’s currently little on the market that can replace PFAS on an industrial level right now; Florine -bonds in chemistry are very durable and stable. Enough to contain the strongest superacids or protect superconductors.
That said, there are plenty of promising science coming out of chemical factories on the horizon.
The benefits are huge, so the companies producing this stuff did the usual: hide the risks for the short term profit. With the result that pfas have been highly overused. That at least is a trend that's reversing.
*me watching this in my lulu leggings*
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I just watched Dark Waters and actually know what Mike is talking about for once 😂
Thank you for finally talking about this subject!!!
I have a B.S. with a major in Biology and with a minor in chemistry. I remember distinctly my freshman chemistry professor, Dr. Roger Hawk stating how toxic Teflon is and not to cook with pots and pans costed with Teflon. I took hid advice immediately (fall 1986).
Fluorine is the most toxic element. Check all your toothpaste, etc.