Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD
The Hidden Toxins Aging Your Brain & Skin With Rachel Varga, BScN, RN, CANS
06 Mar 2025
Every day, we’re bombarded by hidden toxins—from personal care products to the air we breathe. But did you know these toxins may be accelerating aging and increasing your risk for Alzheimer’s?In this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Rachel Varga, a double board-certified aesthetic nurse specialist and host of The School of Radiance Podcast, to uncover the truth about skincare toxins, endocrine disruptors, and how oxidative stress impacts brain and skin health. We also dive into EMF exposure, biohacking strategies, and how to choose truly non-toxic products.Rachel shares science-backed tips for detoxing your skincare, protecting your body from harmful chemicals, and optimizing your daily routine for longevity and cognitive function.Listen now because what you put on your skin affects your brain!“More expensive isn't always better, so I'm always on the hunt for formulations and products that are at a reasonable price point. You don't have to use too much of it, and they provide results.” ~ Rachel Varga, BScN, RN, CANSIn this Episode00:00 - Introduction06:59 - An overview of skin oxidation and aging12:30 - Hidden toxins in personal care products21:02 - Surgical vs. non-surgical approach to beauty29:41 - How endocrine disruptors affect hormones and aging40:27 - EMF exposure and its impact on skin and brain health52:08 - The use of energy coherence technologies 55:44 - The link between skincare and brain health58:56 - Derma rolling and its effects on the skin1:02:41 - Biohacking techniques for skin and brain health1:03:25 - The future of clean beauty and longevity science1:06:36 - Top takeaways from today's episodeResources:- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide - Oxidative Stress Status and Its Relationship to Skin Aging by Rachel Varga, BScN, RN, CANS - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37389631/Connect with Rachel Varga, BScN, RN, CANS:- Website - https://www.theschoolofradiance.com/- Podcast - https://www.theschoolofradiance.com/podcasts- Email - [email protected] with Dr. Josh Helman, MD:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greenbrainsMD- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/greenbrainsmd/- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorjosh- TikTok -
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