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Should You Eat Your Placenta? Everything You Need to Know About Placentophagy
Should You Eat Your Placenta? Everything You Need to Know About Placentophagy
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Length:
48 minutes
Released:
May 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Today I talk about a question I received on Instagram about the pros and cons of eating your placenta, otherwise known as “placentophagy”. I talk about the benefits and risks of eating your placenta, ethical considerations, placenta vs other organ meat nutrients, encapsulating your placenta post-birth and much more. I also explain the history of placentophagy and how it’s been noted in several cultures across the world. Message me on Instagram @BIOHACKINGBRITTANY if you also have questions about biohacking, women’s health or nutrition! I talk about: 03:00 - Eating your placenta 06:40 - Placentophagy in different cultures and traditions across the world 10:00 - The many benefits of placentophagy 14:00 - Hormonal balance and the spiritual connection 18:15 - The Cons and risks of placentophagy 22:00 - Ethical considerations of placentophagy 25:30 - Toxins being absorbed in the placenta 29:00 - Different methods of taking the placenta - capsules, smoothies, soups and tinctures 35:00 - The cost of eating and encapsulating your placenta 37:00 - Eating your placenta and your breastmilk supply 39:30 - Eating placenta VS other organ meat 42:00 - Eating placenta and veganism considerations Resources: Check out my Ebb and Flow Cycle Guide that teaches you how to adapt your nutrition, exercise, supplements, lifestyle, biohacks and more to align with each of your menstrual cycle phases Let’s Connect: Ebb and Flow Cycle Guide Instagram TikTok Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts Sponsors: Get Bioptimizers supplements here and use the discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY, including their digestive enzymes, probiotics and magnesium Fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, and support whole-body vitality with AG1 Athletic Greens here and use the discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY
Released:
May 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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