3101: Heavy Metals in Tampons, Healthy Alternatives to Tampons, Psychotherapy & Pain Research

August 2, 2024

3101: Heavy Metals in Tampons, Healthy Alternatives to Tampons, Psychotherapy & Pain Research

August 2, 2024

FR: Heavy Metals in Tampons, Healthy Alternatives to Tampons, Psychotherapy & Pain Research

Welcome back to this week’s Friday Review.

Today I’d like to share with you the best of the week, reviews & research on:

Weekly Podcast Recap
Heavy Metals in Tampons (research)
Healthy Alternatives to Tampons
Psychotherapy & Pain (research)

We’re going to review all this and much more on today’s Cabral Concept 3101 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought in the comments!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. Heavy Metals in Tampons

A new study from UC Berkeley has found that some tampons may contain toxic metals like lead, arsenic, and cadmium. This is concerning because millions of people use tampons regularly, and these metals can increase the risk of serious health issues such as dementia and cancer.

2. Healthy Alternatives to Tampons

There are several alternatives to tampons, and I encourage you to explore and choose the best option for you. Some alternatives include:

1. Menstrual Cup
2. Menstrual Disc
3. Period Panties
4. Reusable Cloth Pads
5. Disposable Pads
6. Period Swimwear
7. Natural Sea Sponge

3. Psychotherapy & Pain

A new study from UCLA Health and the U.S. Veterans Affairs Office found that a new therapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) can significantly reduce chronic pain in older adults by addressing past trauma and stress. Veterans who received EAET experienced much greater pain relief and improvement in mental health symptoms compared to those who received traditional cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).