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Feb 289 min read
Paper-Based Products: Toxins in Paper Towels, Tissues, Napkins, and Toilet Paper (And Wet/Baby Wipes!)
Paper towels, tissues, napkins, and toilet paper all have a similar production process, so they also have similar toxins. These products...
Jan 3010 min read
Toxins in Clothing and Other Fabrics
Fabric fibers go through a lot before they become clothing. In the production of textiles, fibers are harvested or produced, cleaned,...
Dec 31, 20244 min read
Toxins in Teas
Tea has many benefits, from improving cardiovascular and intestinal health to lessening effects from chronic degenerative diseases, which...
Nov 16, 20243 min read
Non-Toxic Lip Balm
The average consumer is estimated to ingest up to 20 grams, or about 4 sticks, of lip balm per year. Oftentimes lip balm contains toxins...
Oct 30, 20246 min read
Bandages and Band-Aids
Adhesive bandages are frequently used products that can cause skin irritation and are often made of harmful materials. Bandages are...
Sep 28, 20249 min read
Toxins in Soda
In a New York City study, it was found that people consume 1.9 sugar-sweetened sodas per day on average. Besides the high levels of sugar...
Aug 29, 20248 min read
Toxic Chemical Exposure from Swimming Pools
Nothing screams summer like swimming, whether it's at a water park or just dipping your toes in at home. However, depending on what kind...
Jul 29, 20247 min read
Toxin-Free Moisturizers
Most people apply moisturizers daily. While their ability to help with dry and damaged skin is important, some moisturizers contain...
Jun 13, 20247 min read
Mattresses
Every day, the average person spends 9.1 hours in bed. That's a lot of time spent being exposed to your mattress! Many mattresses, both...
May 23, 20244 min read
A Toxic Spritz: Toxins in Perfume and Cologne
The fragrance industry is growing, with about a 25% increase from 2022 to 2023. However, fragrances often contain unsafe ingredients....
Apr 22, 20244 min read
Dental Floss
Flossing is an important part of your daily routine, as it can help prevent cavities, gum disease, and even Alzheimer's. However, the...
Mar 30, 20247 min read
Sugar Substitutes
Many people use sugar substitutes because they feel they are healthier alternatives to sugar. Managing sugar consumption is a good idea,...
Feb 25, 20246 min read
Tattoo Toxicity
While tattoos are a common form of often meaningful self-expression, these permanent additions to the body can have many detrimental...
Jan 30, 20249 min read
Indoor Air Quality
From candles to appliances to floor cleaners, many products used in the home release chemicals into the air that can be breathed in. The...
Dec 31, 202312 min read
Candles: "Wick"-ed Scents
You'd hardly expect there to be an EPA report on candles, but there is one. That's because while candles are a very popular holiday gift,...
Nov 27, 202310 min read
Toxins in Makeup
Makeup is a product many people use every day, but unfortunately, it often includes a variety of harmful toxins that can lead to issues...
Oct 31, 20236 min read
Toxins in Candy
Happy Halloween! As you celebrate, it's important to consider what toxins might be in your candy. While of course the occasional treat...
Sep 28, 20234 min read
Cookware
Most types of cookware are toxic in some way. Practically anything with a coating is dangerous because that coating can chip away,...
Aug 31, 20235 min read
The Dangers of PFAS
As they've been gaining a lot of media attention recently, you may have heard of "forever chemicals," named for their inability to break...
Jul 16, 20237 min read
Low-Tox Sunscreen
Most people know that wearing sunscreen whenever you're in the sun is important to prevent skin cancer from UV radiation. However, you...
I am not being influenced or compensated in any way by the brands I write about. My articles are based solely on scientific research and my own personal experiences.
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