Microplastics are everywhere—hidden in our food, water, beauty products, and even the air we breathe. While the problem can feel overwhelming, the good news is: you don’t have to do it all to make a difference.

In this Glow Bite, Alicia and Nicole share 3 simple, doable ways to reduce microplastic exposure in daily life. These small swaps can help support your hormones, energy, and overall wellness—especially important for women navigating midlife and perimenopause.

✨ This isn’t about fear—it’s about taking practical, empowering steps for low-tox living to protect your health.

⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps

00:00 — Intro: Why microplastics matter for midlife women
00:40 — The shocking truth: we eat a credit card’s worth of plastic weekly
01:20 — How microplastics impact hormones, inflammation, and health
02:10 — Step 1: Easy swap in the kitchen to reduce exposure
03:15 — Step 2: Rethinking beauty and self-care products
04:10 — Step 3: Simple home and lifestyle changes that make a difference
05:00 — Progress over perfection: why small steps matter most
05:40 — Glow Reflection prompt & closing

💫 Glow Reflection Prompt:
What’s one small swap you can make this week to reduce your microplastic exposure?

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