There's something magical about its vastness.
That density that wraps around you.
The silence that takes over the moment you dive in.
I don't remember what it felt like in the womb, but I've always thought it must have been something like this. A little warmer in winter, obviously.
Somewhere around 40, I discovered there's something even more magical than diving into the sea.
At first it was just a tiny heartbeat.
Then a little kick here. Another there.
And suddenly, I became a mother.
At 38 years, 3 months, 25 days and 6 hours.
And I did it again.
At 40 years, 6 months, 9 days and 5 hours.
The world changed.
And so did I.
From that moment, one obsession took over: keeping them healthy.
I learned about endocrine disruptors, VOCs and a whole alphabet of compounds that affect cognitive development, health and, ultimately, happiness.
I specialised in sustainable construction.
And started a building company.
Which is how I ended up with a "toxin-free" home (I'll explain the quotes someday).
And two daughters who are healthy as horses.
Their toxic exposure is low.
But that's not all there is to it.
It's also what they eat.
What they do.
And how they live.
But other things happened too.
Among them, a thyroid cancer diagnosis.
Good prognosis, yes.
But when someone tells you it's cancer, a fear floods in — ringing in your ears, gripping your heart so tight you don't know how it keeps beating.
And that's how my second obsession was born: learning to take care of myself.
Because I want to be around for them for a long time.
It's not just about adding years to life.
It's about adding life to years.
Because if I have grandchildren, it'll probably be after I'm 70.
And I want to be strong enough to pick them up.
And go hiking with them.
Or travelling.
In 2027 I'll turn 50.
My goal is to have the biological age of a 35-year-old.
And I'm telling you now: I'm going to get there.
And I'd love for you to get there too.
That's why I want to share what actually matters when it comes to looking after your health and the people you love.
No scaremongering.
And no oversimplification.
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