Understanding Toxins, Hazards & Risks in Your Food and Life (Dr. Alison Bernstein)

Dr. Alison Bernstein is a toxicology expert and science communicator. She explains how potentially harmful compounds are tested, and how she approaches risk assessment in her daily life as a mother. Buckle up for a speedy primer on toxicology fundamentals, including hazard, risk, and exposure, and be prepared to rethink what you stress about (including pesticides).Dr. Bernstein is Assistant Professor at Michigan State University where she studies toxicants. She is also co-founder of SciMoms and runs a popular page called MommyPhD.Links: Risk in Perspective (by SciMoms) ------ HOSTED BY CHANA DAVIS, PHD Access more of Dr. Davis' work at fueledbyscience.com or on social @fueledbyscience (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)

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This show is the antidote to health fads, hype, and misinformation. Dr. Chana Davis chats with experts in science and medicine about how to make smart choices for your health and wellbeing.