During a medical conference one weekend, I spoke with a renowned integrative physician who immediately recognized what I was describing.
When I explained stubborn belly fat, my fatigue, and inflammation, she nodded knowingly.
“You’re describing classic signs of PFAS buildup,” she said.
I knew PFAS existed, of course. But I didn’t realize how deeply they affect fat storage.
She explained that PFAS, known as ‘forever chemicals,’ enter the body through food packaging, non-stick cookware, treated plastics, and even drinking water…They are basically everywhere and you can’t escape them.
Then quietly disrupt hormonal signals, especially those that control metabolism and fat burning.
“These chemicals tell the body to store fat for protection,” she explained.
“And they hit the belly hardest.”
Our bodies weren’t designed for constant PFAS exposure.
Even healthy people can carry these chemicals for years without realizing they’re blocking fat loss.
That’s when she said something that completely changed how I viewed stubborn belly fat forever…