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Toxins Info

Learn about different toxins and categories of toxins!

Oct 306 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 289 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 298 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 297 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 137 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 234 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 224 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 307 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 256 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 309 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,...

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...

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...

Jun 23, 202310 min read

Pesticides and Organic Food & Ingredients

The movement towards organic foods has been gaining some popularity in recent years, but many don't understand the issue fully or why...

Jan 2, 202311 min read

Deodorants and Antiperspirants: Toxins & Toxin-Free Options

Many people know their deodorant is bad for them, but don't change it because alternatives just don't work. After struggling with this...

Jul 16, 202215 min read

Plastic: Toxins, Types, and Tips

In honor of Plastic Free July, I thought I’d talk about some of the dangers of plastics, plus how to start avoiding them. From food...

Mar 14, 20229 min read

Endocrine Disruptors

Endocrine disruptors are one of the most common types of toxins. Fittingly named, they are a category of chemicals that disrupt the...

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