Episode 539

Fluoride: The Shocking Toxin Lurking In Your Water Causing Brain Decline with Dr. Mark Burhenne

With Dr. Mark Burhenne

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Fluoride has long been controversial, particularly among traditional dentists, while functional dentists have discouraged its use for many years. The debate has intensified with a recent ruling by a Federal Court in California. Today’s guest joins us to break down the science, the controversy, and the verdict’s impact on both dental and neurological health.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Mark Burhenne for a deep dive into fluoride and the potential dangers of excessive fluoride exposure. Dr. Burhenne discusses how the decision to use fluoride was made, the shaky science behind its continued use, and the arguments from critics and proponents. Additionally, he explains how fluoride can be effective, the importance of recognizing cumulative exposure, and alternative products to protect dental health.

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I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Dhru Purohit

In this Episode, you will learn

  1. Why should we care about the potential dangers of fluoride in our drinking water?
    (00:00:35)
  2. The argument for fluoride and the trade-offs critics are willing to risk
    (02:20)
  3. The implications of the Federal Court ruling
    (11:34)
  4. The cumulative harm caused by fluoride
    (13:54)
  5. What does fluoride do to the developing brain?
    (17:14)
  6. Tribalism and conspiracy theories surrounding fluoride
    (22:50)
  7. The shaky science behind fluoride
    (26:40)
  8. Alternatives to fluoride
    (41:54)
  9. Recap on how to minimize total fluoride exposure
    (51:31)
  10. What parents should be doing
    (58:36)
  11. Final thoughts
    (1:02:33)

Guest

 
Dhru Purohit

Dhru is the host of the Dhru Purohit Show, a top 30 health podcast with over 30 million downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dhru Purohit is also a serial entrepreneur and investor in the health and wellness industry.

 
Dr. Mark Burhenne

Dr. Mark Burhenne is a functional dentist. He is the author of the number one Amazon bestseller The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox. He has appeared in Dr. Hyman’s Sleep Master Class, the oral microbiome docu-series Gateway to Health, NPR, and many more. He received his degree from the Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco and is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), Academy of General Dentistry (Chicago, IL), American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH), and Dental Board of California.  

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