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Can teeth remineralize? What are the alternatives to fluoride? And how do you make informed decisions about root canals, implants, and fillings? Tomorrow, October 17, I’m bringing your questions to functional dentist Dr. Staci Whitman in our live community Q&A (she’s the founder of the Institute for Functional Dentistry). JOIN US in the ECL community to take part, submit your own questions, and get access to the full Healthy Home Reset and ongoing expert calls. Start with one month and be part of the regenerative future with us.

ECL TRIVIA: What is the natural waxy substance in sheep’s wool that helps it resist water? (Answer below)

🐝 BUG SNUG: What’s a bug snug? And what does it mean to “put your garden to bed” this fall? Learn all about autumnal yard care, leaf cover, protecting nesting bees, and why removing leaf “litter” negatively impacts birds in the spring.

🪸 CORAL HEALTH: Some of the healthiest coral reefs in the world are interlinked with flourishing bird populations. Why? Fertilizer from bird poop! Learn how it’s all interconnected HERE.

🧪 BREAST C*NCER CHEMICALS: A new study identified 485 chemicals in U.S. pesticide products linked to breast c*ncer, including supposedly “inert” ingredients regulators tend to overlook. Researchers are warning that assessing active ingredients alone may exclude significant health risks from many everyday exposures.

💤 5 HOURS OF SLEEP: What happens if you’re not regularly sleeping at least 5 hours a night? In a giant study of 100k adults, “people who slept less than five hours had the greatest overall vulnerability, with higher risks of 37 conditions,” this article reports. In contrast, read the findings and details about a 6-8 hour sleep duration HERE.

🍼 BABY FOOD CONTAMINANTS: Did you know the U.S. FDA has not “finalized its guidance for acceptable levels of inorganic arsenic in baby food purées?” 48 popular baby food products were recently tested, and while 96% were below the risk level for heavy metals, microplastics were found in 15 out of 16 baby foods tested. See the test results here.

🫚 WARM UP: According to some experts, changes in temperature and humidity alone can affect the body's immune system, especially as the seasons shift. Proper hydration, covering your airways when you step into cold weather, and eating warming foods like ginger, turmeric, tulsi, and soups can help your body adapt.

As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, my BON CHARGE Infrared Sauna Blanket becomes an especially welcome part of my routine. There’s something comforting about settling into that warmth and giving yourself time to slow down.

Sauna is also one of the wellness habits I’m most interested in for healthy aging. Long-term research has linked regular sauna bathing with better cardiovascular outcomes and a lower risk of premature death. The findings make a compelling case for utilizing heat and sweat for longevity.

What I appreciate about this at-home option is how easily it fits into everyday life. You can adjust the heat to your comfort and fold it away afterward (even travel with it really easily). Add some calming music, and it’s a lovely ritual for a chilly evening.

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What is the natural waxy substance in sheep’s wool that helps it resist water?

Answer: Lanolin. It helps protect the fiber and is also used in some skin products for moisture support.

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To a healing future,

— Rob