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3. Heavy Metals, Pharmaceuticals, and Pesticides—Oh My!

3. Heavy Metals, Pharmaceuticals, and Pesticides—Oh My!

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Ever wonder what else is lurking in your water besides chlorine and chloramines? In this revealing episode of The Toxic Truth About Water, Drs. Glenn and Aynan Nozick explore heavy metals like arsenic and lead, the surprising ways pharmaceuticals enter our taps, and how pesticides seep into everyday supply. You’ll learn why municipal treatments fall short, and the shocking toll these contaminants take on our bodies, pets, and environment. Brace yourself—knowing the problem is the first step toward real solutions.

What You’ll Learn

  • Heavy Metal Hazards: Arsenic, lead, and copper—why they’re so common and the havoc they wreak.
  • Pharmaceutical Residues: How medications end up in our water, from hospitals to home excretions.
  • Pesticides & Herbicides: Why perfectly manicured lawns might be poisoning our groundwater.
  • Who’s Most Vulnerable: Children, pregnant women, the elderly, and even our beloved pets.

Key Takeaways

  1. Municipal Gaps: Treatment plants don’t filter out heavy metals or pharmaceuticals—awareness is your best defense.
  2. Hidden Threats: Everyday exposure builds up over time, causing endocrine disruption, neurotoxicity, and even cancer.
  3. Global Impact: This isn’t just about us—wildlife and ecosystems also suffer from these chemical intrusions.

Resources & Links

  • Connect with Drs. Glenn & Ina:
    • Call Us Today: (732) 300-1925
    • Facebook: Ina Nozek and Glenn Nozek
    • Instagram: @drsglennandina

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