35. The Fungus Amongus

Welcome to another episode of Tapping Into Uncomfortable, where we explore fascinating insights into the world around us and challenge your mental boundaries. This episode delves deep into how nature is helping combat environmental issues caused by "forever chemicals," explores the adaptability of organisms, and poses thought-provoking questions about our healthcare system. Sensory Neurons in Humans Exploration of why areas like lips, tongue, and hands have high sensory neuron concentrations. Insight into how babies learn through sensory exploration. White Rot Fungus & Environmental Impact Introduction to white rot fungus as a potential solution for breaking down forever chemicals (PFAS). Explanation of how enzymes secreted by this fungus degrade chemical chains but struggle with fluorine-carbon bonds. Innovative Solutions Using Nature Discussion on using sawdust/corn husk combined with gel containing fungi and bacteria to break down PFAS efficiently. Potential cost-effective cleanup method compared to traditional filters. Adaptation Concerns: Bacteria vs. Forever Chemicals Exploration of bacterial adaptation when exposed slowly to PFAS. Concerns about bacteria incorporating strong chemical bonds into their structure affecting future antibiotic effectiveness. Healthcare System Reflection Analogy comparing downstream rescue efforts without addressing upstream causes in both environmental cleanup and healthcare systems. Addressing whether current health care focuses more on symptoms rather than root causes. Thought Provoking Questions Will fungi/bacteria adapt negatively impacting our environment/health? What happens if bacteria begin adapting these chemical structures permanently? The episode encourages listeners to ponder over long-term impacts on health due to lifestyle choices influenced by industrial practices. It ends with a new Q&A prompt: Do we have a healthcare system that's built on cause or symptom care? Stay tuned for more engaging discussions based on Dr. Hubert's book Four T's To A Better You  www.tappingintouncomfortable.com