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ECL TRIVIA: What is the name of the natural process where water moves through a plant and evaporates from leaves, helping pull water up from the roots? (Answer below)​
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April 24th, 2026​

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Meadow grasshopper sitting on a snail shell. @sivan_photography_art
🩗 CRICKET LEGACY: For over 4 decades, this gentleman researched and shaped what we know about listening to “singing insects,” like crickets and katydids. He was known for his “willingness to share information without claiming ownership,” creating open-source resources available to anyone curious, like “Singing Insects of North America.”​
🩋 MESSY = GLORIOUS: If you love a wild garden, care about butterflies and bees, and despise the societally popular form of “lawn care” that rips up and mows everything down to a stump before it barely has a chance to grow, this OPINION PIECE is for you. You’re not alone in wishing more people “resisted the urge, or external pressure, to keep things tidy” when it comes to nature.​
🌊 NEW WATER DISCOVERY: There’s “freshened” (low salt) water trapped beneath the ocean floor in the Atlantic, scientists say. Likely 10k+ years old, it could provide some clues about past ice ages, climate differences, and even future freshwater sources. Learn more about the discovery HERE.​
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👔 PARKINSON’S CHEMICAL: This known carcinogen industrial chemical (found in metal degreasers, dry cleaning, and even coffee decaffeination processes) is now linked to a “500% increased risk of Parkinson’s disease.” Though the EPA is recently prohibiting its use, the effects of exposure are still being studied. Read more HERE.​
đŸ‘”đŸŒ SUPER AGERS: After studying genome sequences of 1.4k people, research shows the immune system is fundamental in keeping people healthy as they age into their 80s and beyond. Watch this special Horizons episode on PBS about “super agers,” learn how to decrease health risks as you age, what “inflamm-aging” means, and more.​
🧠 REWIRE YOUR BRAIN: Can just one week of meditation change your brain chemistry? This NEW BRAIN RESEARCH says yes, citing “measurable changes across the brain and body” after just 7 days at a meditation retreat. While this study was small, "the same mystical experiences and neural connectivity patterns that typically require psilocybin, [were] achieved through meditation practice alone," the lead author of the study says.​
 
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“It's the climbing of the mountain that makes the view from the top so breathtaking.”​
— Richard C. Miller​
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Transpiration. It acts like a plant’s internal cooling system and helps drive water and nutrient flow upward.​
 
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  • DIY Face Wash to Avoid Harsh Chemicals - This gentle homemade facial cleanser uses coconut oil, aloe vera gel, and a blend of skin-focused essential oils, plus an exfoliating variation with baking soda for a deeper scrub.
  • Geranium Essential Oil Benefits for Skin and More - Geranium essential oil stands out here for balancing skin, yes, but much more as well. It support hormone balance, respiration, pain relief, blood sugar, and more.
  • A Natural Look at Ear Infection Support - This post explores chiropractic care for childhood ear infections, including research, symptom patterns, and why some families consider gentle adjustments alongside other natural support.
  • "No Sugar" Lavender Cookie Recipe - These gourmet-style lavender cookies skip white sugar and gluten, using real lavender buds and a homemade sweetener blend for a fragrant dessert with spring tea party charm.
 
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In our previous clinical insights article on the cellular causes of prostate cancer, I discussed why normal prostate cells become cancerous and pointed toward environmental contributors as one of the culprits. There are a group of environmental toxins referred to as endocrine disruptors linked to prostate cancer development and progression. Today, I'd like to discuss where endocrine disruptors are most prevalent, how to reduce exposure, and how to eliminate them from your body when exposure is inevitable.







What are Endocrine Disruptors?





Endocrine disruptors are exogenous substances that interfere with the normal functioning of your body's natural hormones, acting as xenoestrogens (synthetic estrogen) or antiandrogens. Essentially, we are exposed to very low concentrations of multiple endocrine disruptors. The most known are pesticides, insecticides, plastic bottles (polycarbonate, bisphenol), lubricants (which may contain Nonylphenol), plastics, and food packaging.





Bisphenol A





Bisphenol A (BPA) is a common endocrine disruptor and a key ingredient in modern plastics found in the inner lining of canned foods. It may act as a xenoestrogen mimicking estrogen and attach to estrogen receptors by fooling the body into thinking it is endogenous. This process interferes with the normal functioning of hormones and may lead to prostate cancer in men. One study in prostate cancer cells showed that even a low amount of BPA initiated the proliferation of cancer cells (Wetherill et al. 2002). BPA is found in plastics and canned goods. So, while tomato sauce contains lycopene which is good for fighting prostate cancer, if it comes from a canned source with BPA, the BPA in the sauce may offset its benefits. Also, when plastic bottles, like plastic water bottles, are washed or exposed to heat, BPA chemicals leach into the water, making their way into the body from the contaminated water.





How can you minimize BPA exposure?





Decrease exposure. For example, plastic bottles have a recycling code at the bottom of the bottle that looks like a triangular arrow around a number. Avoid these numbers: 3, 6, and 7. Plastics with these numbers contain BPA.





Here are other tips to minimize Bisphenol A exposure.



  • Avoid canned foods. They often lack nutritional value and can have BPA leach into the food. Instead, use a glass container to store food. Note: glass containers do not contain BPA chemicals, but tops used to close glass containers do.
  • Avoid purchasing canned salmon or canned sardines in vinyl-lined cans containing BPA. Instead, we recommend contacting the manufacturers of these products to find out which ones use BPA-free cans. If you cannot find BPA-free cans, you may consider purchasing the fish in another (non-canned) form.
  • Don't microwave food or drinks in plastic containers—even if they claim to be "microwave safe." Heat can break down plastics and release chemical additives into food and beverages. In addition, microwaves heat unevenly, creating hot spots where the plastic is more likely to break down.
  • Don't use plastic containers for hot liquids—only cool liquids, if at all.
  • Don’t leave water in plastic bottles in your car on hot summer days.
  • Bring your own mug for coffee to the office and your coffee shop and use that instead.
  • Bring drinking water from home in glass water bottles instead of buying bottled water.
  • Store foods in the freezer in glass mason jars, not plastic bags.
  • Use stainless steel or high-heat-resistant nylon for utensils in lieu of plastics.




My Closing Thoughts





Environmental toxins, like BPA, are unavoidable. They are in the food we eat, the water we drink, the air we breathe, and many household items we use daily. Largely invisible, most go undetected and are harmless if exposure is limited. However, we can reduce exposure if you can detect where they are hidden. Lastly, nutritional and herbal support like Milk Thistle, glutathione, and broccoli extract helps the liver to rid the body of environmental toxins you are exposed to. Toxins that the liver (and kidneys) cannot properly filter out of your body can sometimes be expelled through sweating from rigorous physical exercise or saunas. At XY Wellness, we understand the importance of detoxification from environmental exposure, which is why physical exercise is one of the pillars of our program.

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Secretary Kennedy’s Eight Major Health Policy Wins to Date​

Stefanie Spear, Principal Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Counselor to Secretary Kennedy, joined MAHA Action’s Media Hub to review ‘some of the most sweeping public health reforms in modern history'​

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Secretary Kennedy’s Eight Major Health Policy Wins to Date

Stefanie Spear, Principal Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Counselor to Secretary Kennedy, joined MAHA Action’s Media Hub to review ‘some of the most sweeping public health reforms in modern history'
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Rosemary: More Than a Kitchen Herb​

Brain Boost ‱ Infection Fighter ‱ Everyday Herbal Power
Hey folks,
Most people think of rosemary as something you toss on potatoes or steak. But this humble herb? It’s doing a whole lot more behind the scenes. Fresh herbs have a kind of potency that often gets overlooked and rosemary is one of the best examples of that.
If you've ever underestimated what is in your spice cabinet... this might change your perspective!
 
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AIRING NOW 
 The 2026 Food Revolution Summit Docuseries​
Food Revolution Network SUMMIT​
The 2026 Food Revolution Summit Docuseries is streaming now, and you do not want to miss today’s episode. Each day is packed with insights that could transform your approach to food and health, and give you even more purpose to your garden!

In this eye-opening series, you’ll hear from over 40 of the world’s most respected doctors, researchers, and nutrition experts as they unpack the science behind what to eat, what to question, and how to make choices that nourish you and the world around you.

Our friends Ocean Robbins and Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, will guide each conversation with depth and clarity, drawing out practical insights you can apply right away.
 
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From Garden to Gut: Why Fermentation Matters​
If you’ve ever looked at a basket of fresh veggies and wondered how to make them last (and actually boost their benefits), fermentation might be your new favorite tool.

It’s one of the simplest, most powerful ways to preserve your harvest—while also supporting your gut health, improving nutrient absorption, and adding incredible flavor to your meals. In fact, fermented foods naturally create beneficial probiotics that help balance digestion and strengthen your immune system.

In this week’s blog, we’re breaking down why fermentation is more than just preservation—and how it can transform the way you use your garden harvest.
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One Basil Plant Can Feed You All Season (Only If You Do This)
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If you’ve ever planted basil and felt like it never quite lived up to its potential

 this week’s video might change that.​
The Guide to Eating More Plants​
In this quick, practical lesson, you’ll learn how just one basil plant can keep producing all season long 
 when you know how to harvest and prune it the right way. It’s a simple shift that can turn a small plant into an abundant, ongoing supply of fresh herbs.

Perfect for this time of year as your herbs start to take off.
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There is something about springtime that pulls me toward fresh green herbs.

Cilantro has been showing up everywhere in my kitchen lately and I think you'll love what it can do for your hormones.

Here is why I love cilantro this time of year:

💚 It's a gentle detoxifier — cilantro naturally binds to heavy metals and helps escort them out of the body.

💚 It supports healthy estrogen balance — helping your liver clear excess estrogen, which can ease PMS and that heavy, sluggish feeling.

💚 It's rich in selenium — a key mineral for healthy thyroid function, which drives your metabolism and energy.

💚 It soothes digestion — calming the gut and helping your body break down food more easily.

This pesto is one of my favorite ways to use it. It comes together in minutes and works on just about anything, spooned over wild-caught salmon, stirred into roasted sweet potatoes or tossed with zucchini noodles.




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Sprouts are a powerhouse for hormone balance
Cilantro Pesto

Ingredients:
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup toasted pine nuts (optional — omit or substitute with toasted walnuts if you don't tolerate them)
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 whole bunch of cilantro, chopped coarsely
  • 2 to 3 sprigs basil, leaves only
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt

Directions:
  1. Add all ingredients in the order listed to a high-powered blender or food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy. If you're using a high-powered blender, use a wooden spoon to gently tap the cilantro down as it processes.
  3. Taste and adjust — a little more lemon or salt if it needs a lift.
  4. Store in a glass jar in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Make this a complete hormone-balancing meal by pairing it with your favorite protein, grilled chicken or wild-caught salmon are both gorgeous with this pesto.

Love,

Robin xo

P.S. If you're ready to feel lighter, more energized and more like yourself again, come join me for Robin's Hormone Reset. In just 3 days, you'll learn the simple shifts that make the biggest difference for your hormones. Let's do this together. Click here to learn more.​
 
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The Hidden System Behind Immunity & Detox
Discover how your often-overlooked lymphatic system quietly powers your immune defenses, detox pathways, and nutrient absorption—and why keeping it moving could be the key to better overall health.
Mushrooms & Candida: The Truth
Learn why functional mushrooms don’t feed Candida as commonly feared—instead, they may actually help your body fight yeast overgrowth and strengthen your immune defenses.
 
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9 Minutes to a Better Morning
Simple, science-backed morning stretch and gratitude routine that can ease stiffness, clear mental fog, and set the tone for a calmer, more energized day.
10 Supplement Additives to Avoid
Find out which hidden supplement ingredients can undermine your health goals so you can choose cleaner, safer vitamins with confidence.
The Brain Herb You Need to Know
Discover how Bacopa, a time-tested Ayurvedic herb, may help sharpen memory, calm stress, and support focus—making it a powerful natural option for brain health.
 
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Eat This Plant Fat to Live Longer

By Chauncey Crandall, M.D.

There are three types of omega-3 fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). EPA and DHA are primarily found in fish while ALA fats are found in foods including vegetable oils, nuts, and leafy greens.

A study published in the British Medical Journal found that ALA was linked to a significantly lower risk of death from all causes.

Special: Top Cardiologist Formulated This for His Own Heart

Researchers analyzed 41 studies that examined the link between consuming plant-based ALA fats and lifespan, including the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

“ALA fats are precursors to eicosanoids or signaling molecules which regulate many body functions such as gene expression, blood clotting, and inhibiting inflammation,” said Melissa Rifkin, a registered dietitian.

High levels of inflammation over prolonged periods can lead to life-threatening diseases. ALA is also thought to decrease the risk of heart disease by helping to maintain normal heart rhythm and may also reduce the risk of blood clots.

There is also some evidence that it can help regulate high blood pressure.
 
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Hey Jimi,

Nearly half of children today are breathing dangerous levels of air pollution.

And it’s not just in big industrial cities


It’s in neighborhoods, schools, playgrounds
 even places that “seem safe”.

What’s more concerning is what this exposure may be doing inside their growing bodies.

Experts now warn it can affect lung development, increase the risk of respiratory illness
 and even lead to long-term health issues later in life.

And because children breathe more air relative to their size


They may be absorbing more of these harmful particles than adults
 without anyone realizing it.

What’s even more alarming is that


Many of these effects may not show up until years later.

See the full breakdown of how air pollution is affecting children today
 and what you can do to help protect your family.

To your health,​
 
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Before your garden really takes off, there’s one simple skill that can completely change how you experience your harvest


Fermentation.

Because here’s what happens for most gardeners—

The food starts coming in
 fast. And suddenly it’s, “What do I do with all of this?”

But when you learn fermentation ahead of time, everything shifts.

Instead of scrambling, you’re ready.
Instead of waste, you’re creating something even more flavorful and nourishing.

That’s why we put together the: Essential Guide for the Home Fermenter.

>> Download your copy today and start experimenting
Essential Guide for the Home Fermenter​
This guide walks you through how to get started now—so when your harvest comes in, you already know exactly what to do. Inside, you’ll learn how to:

đŸ„Ź Turn simple vegetables into flavorful, long-lasting foods
đŸ’Ș Support your gut with naturally beneficial microbes
😋 Create unique flavors you can’t find at the store
đŸŒ± Get even more nutrition out of what you grow

And here’s the best part


Fermentation is one of the most accessible and low-cost ways to preserve and transform your food—using simple ingredients and everyday tools.

Inside the guide, we break it down simply:

✔ How fermentation works (no science degree needed)
✔ Easy ways to start with small batches
✔ The basic tools you actually need
✔ Food safety steps so you can feel confident

Because this isn’t about doing it perfectly. It’s about learning a simple, time-tested process—and making it your own.

>> Download your guide and get started today

Future-you (with a full garden and a stocked fridge) will be very glad you did 🙂

To a season of abundance (and knowing exactly what to do with it),

đŸŒ± The Grow Your Own Vegetables Team đŸŒ±
 
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