Jessica Rafaeil

Jessica Rafael

Jessica Rafaeil

Health and Wellness Writer

About

Jessica Rafaeil is a journalist and wellness writer specializing in therapeutic plasma exchange, sleep, nutrition, and alternative medicine. With over eight years of experience covering health trends, she has contributed to publications such as US Black Engineer and IT, Women of Color, Hispanic Engineer, Digital Journal, and Sway’s Universe. Jessica combines journalism with branding expertise to elevate the voices of health-focused brands while advocating for diversity and inclusion in media.

Articles

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Microplastics Found in Human Brains: What the New Study Means for Long-Term Brain Health

New Research Confirms It: Microplastics Accumulate in the Human Brain A groundbreaking study published in Nature Medicine has confirmed what many in the longevity and environmental medicine community have feared: microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) are now detectable in human brain tissue—and the concentrations are rising. Researchers from the University of New Mexico used advanced pyrolysis [...]

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What’s In Your Plasma? Dr. Paul Savage Reveals How PlasmaXchange Clears Toxins on Resiliency Radio

The Hidden Root of Disease: It’s Not Just Diet, Stress, or Genetics. It’s Toxins. In this powerful episode of Resiliency Radio, Dr. Jill Carnahan sits down with Dr. Paul Savage, founder of MDLifespan, to reveal the harsh truth about modern chronic illness: it's not just lifestyle or poor luck—it’s toxins. Environmental toxins are silently driving [...]

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Your Guide to a Toxin-Free Summer: 6 Easy Swaps + Expert Picks

Summer is the season of sunshine, pool days, and backyard cookouts — but it’s also peak time for hidden toxin exposures.  From hormone-disrupting sunscreens to microplastics in your water bottle and harsh bug sprays, the choices you make during these hotter months can quietly add to your toxic burden. Over time, these low-level exposures are [...]

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New Study Links Glyphosate to Early-Life Leukemia, Renews Concern Over “Safe” Exposure Levels

A new long-term animal study is reigniting debate over the safety of glyphosate, the world’s most widely used weed killer, after researchers found a significantly increased risk of cancer—including early-life leukemia—even at levels currently deemed safe by regulators.  The study, published this month in Environmental Health, tracked more than 1,000 rats over two years and [...]

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EWG Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen 2025: What to Know About Pesticides in Produce

If you’re trying to reduce your toxic load, your grocery list is a powerful place to start. But as soon as you step foot in the grocery store – things start to get a little overwhelming. With the continuous rise in toxin exposure and a growing distrust in food labeling (looking at you, “organic”), the [...]

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Men’s Health Detox: 5 Smart Swaps to Protect Hormones and Boost Vitality

June is Men’s Health Month, and while the spotlight often lands on fitness and nutrition, there’s one invisible threat men rarely hear about: toxins. So, we're shifting the conversation to the importance of men's health detox. Plastics, grooming chemicals, and environmental pollutants are quietly disrupting testosterone, fueling brain fog, and accelerating aging in men of all [...]

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Toxins Killing You and Your Golf Game: The Hidden Health Risks of Golf Courses

For millions of Americans, golf is more than a sport. It's a way to unwind, socialize, and enjoy the outdoors. But beneath the manicured greens lies a growing concern: toxin exposure from golf courses may be quietly harming your health. A major new study published in JAMA Network Open (May 2025) has found a significantly [...]

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Arsenic in Rice: What Parents Need to Know to Protect Their Families

Rice is a staple food in many households, but new research shows it could be silently harming the youngest members of your family. A new report by Healthy Babies Bright Futures (HBBF) tested 145 rice products from U.S. retailers and found that 100% contained arsenic, with more than one-fourth exceeding the federal limit for infant [...]

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World Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day: A Deeper Look at Root Causes and Detox Strategies

May 20 is World Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day, a time to raise awareness about the growing burden of chronic inflammatory joint diseases. These conditions—ranging from rheumatoid arthritis to systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis—affect millions globally and are often misunderstood or misdiagnosed.  Understanding Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory Arthritis Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks [...]

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