Protect your body from plastic—one choice at a time
Microplastics are tiny fragments of plastic—smaller than a grain of sand—that have made their way into our water, food, air, and even our bodies. 

They’ve been found in snowfall in Antarctica, in newborns’ first bowel movements, and in nearly every organ humans have. 

According to recent studies, the average adult may consume up to a credit card’s worth of microplastics every week. That’s roughly 5 grams of plastic—through food, water, and even the air we breathe.

These particles don’t just pass through us. They can penetrate cell membranes, disrupt hormones, and alter the gut microbiome. They carry heavy metals and “forever chemicals” into the bloodstream—and they don’t break down like natural materials.

But here’s the good news:
You can’t avoid microplastics entirely, but you can reduce your exposure—and support your body’s resilience.

One simple swap can make a big difference.
☕ Swapping your daily disposable cup for a ceramic mug could cut your microplastic intake by over 25,000 particles a week—just from chosing a different coffee mug.

That’s not a typo. Those plastic-lined paper cups shed thousands of particles into hot liquids, and most people never realize it.

Try this tomorrow:
Swap one plastic item for a safer alternative.
🛍️ Use glass or stainless steel containers instead of plastic wrap
🚰 Filter your tap water with a high-quality system
☕ Bring your own reusable cup to the office

Let your choices reflect your care—not convenience.
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This blog is dedicated to Irl Flanagan, who was my friend and grammar mentor. Over the last 20 or so years, he spent countless hours editing my manuscripts and teaching me the intricacies of sentence structure and the true meaning and the proper usage of words. 

Irl died 4 months before his 100th birthday.

About Me

I’m Peggy Kraus, an exercise physiologist and diabetes care and education specialist. My clients often tell me my superpower is helping people reverse type 2 diabetes — but the impact goes far beyond blood sugar.

After almost 30 years in cardiac rehab, I’ve seen how the American diet has affected people’s lives. I know health isn’t just about managing symptoms. It’s about reversing disease when possible, feeling strong and energized, and getting your life back.

I’ve helped thousands of people lower blood sugar, lose weight, improve cholesterol, and reduce blood pressure — all through simple, strategic lifestyle changes rooted in science and compassion.

My signature 6‑week program, 5 to Thrive, teaches the five key strategies my most successful clients use to create lasting change. And my newest program, Diabetes Rescue, is helping people move toward type 2 diabetes remission with a bold, plant‑powered approach that gives them the tools, support, and confidence to take back control of their health.

A plant‑based lifestyle is powerful. And so are the results my clients achieve.



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