Is It Really Just "Loose Joints"?

Hypermobile Joints?

Have you ever been told you’re just “super flexible” or “double-jointed”... and left it at that? Maybe you’ve always thought your bendy joints were a party trick—but what if they were a clue?

As a women’s health doc who's spent years unraveling complex hormonal and autoimmune puzzles (starting with my own!), I’ve learned that hypermobility isn’t always just a quirk. Sometimes, it’s your body waving a flag: “Hey! Something deeper is going on here.”

Let’s dive into what’s really happening when our joints are extra flexible, why this might be connected to your environment (yes, even that innocent-looking produce!), and what you can do about it.

What’s Actually Going On With Hypermobility?

Yes, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and generalized hypermobility can be genetic—but genes don’t always act alone. Thanks to a growing field called epigenetics, we now know that your environment (food, stress, toxins, even trauma) can turn genes on or off like light switches.

That means the stretchy collagen that gives you bendy joints might be the result of both DNA and what’s interacting with it.

And here’s the twist...

Glyphosate: The Sneaky Villain You Didn’t Know Was Messing With Your Connective Tissue

Glyphosate (aka Roundup) is one of the most widely used herbicides on the planet. It’s sprayed on crops like wheat, oats, corn, and soy—and it's so common, it's been found in human urine, breast milk, and rainwater. Wild, right?

Here’s why that matters for your joints and connective tissue:

Glyphosate can mimic or block glycine, a tiny amino acid your body absolutely needs to build strong collagen (think: skin, ligaments, tendons, joints... all the bendy stuff!). If glycine gets swapped out or blocked, your collagen can end up weak, stretchy, or unstable—like trying to build a house out of rubber bands instead of bricks.

Some researchers believe this could be one hidden reason why we’re seeing more people with hypermobility and connective tissue issues—even if they don’t have a known EDS gene mutation.

Other Toxins & Hormonal Players in the Mix

It’s not just glyphosate. Our connective tissues are sensitive to a whole mix of environmental factors:

• Endocrine disruptors like BPA (from plastics) and phthalates (in fragrances) can interfere with hormonal signaling and affect how your body repairs tissues.🧬 Heavy metals like lead and mercury can interfere with collagen structure and mitochondrial health (hello, joint fatigue!).🦠 Mold toxins and chronic infections like Lyme can weaken tissue integrity over time.

And let’s not forget the role of hormones:

• Estrogen plays a big role in maintaining healthy, springy collagen. When estrogen drops (think perimenopause or postpartum), joints can feel looser or achier.

• Cortisol (your stress hormone) can break down collagen when it’s chronically high. So yep, stress really can make your joints worse.

When you stack all of this on top of possible glyphosate exposure? It’s like your collagen is under constant pressure from all angles.

What Can You Do? Let’s Talk Real Solutions

Here’s the good news: you can totally support your body, protect your tissues, and gently detox from environmental stuff like glyphosate.

1. Love Up Your Genes

• Prioritize real, whole foods with colorful veggies and healthy fats.

• Support methylation with B vitamins (especially B12, folate, and B6).

• Get sunlight, sleep, and daily joy—yes, that counts!

2. Fuel Up on Glycine

• Sip on bone broth or add collagen peptides to your smoothie.

• Eat animal skin (hello, crispy salmon skin!) or take glycine powder.

• Glycine also helps calm the brain and improve sleep—bonus!

3. Avoid Glyphosate Like a Pro

• Choose organic when you can (especially grains, greens, and beans).

• Wash produce well and say no to processed snacks when possible.

• Keep an eye on non-GMO labels—it's not perfect, but it helps.

4. Detox Smarter, Not Harder—With NEUMI Glutathione

This stuff is a game-changer. Glutathione is your body’s master antioxidant—basically, the superhero of detox. It helps flush out glyphosate, reduce inflammation, and support your liver (your body’s detox HQ).

🧬 NEUMI Glutathione uses a patented delivery tech using very tiny molecules wrapped in water so it actually gets into your cells—where it matters. Most glutathione gets broken down in your gut, but this one is fast-acting and effective.

Here is the link to order this amazing Glutathione product and swish it for at least 30 seconds in your mouth, 2-3x a day: https://neumi.com/drmasghati/shopping/item?itemId=300

💕 If you’re dealing with fatigue, joint issues, or feel like your detox pathways are sluggish, this could give you the boost you’ve been craving.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve been wondering why you’re so bendy—or why your joints feel unstable or achey—don’t brush it off. Hypermobility might be a whisper from your body that it needs a little more TLC.

By supporting your collagen, detox pathways, and epigenetic health, you can start feeling stronger, more stable, and more you. It’s not about perfection. It’s about getting curious, tuning in, and giving your body what it’s really asking for.