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Learn about different toxins and categories of toxins!
Bug Sprays and Insect Repellents
Bug sprays are critical for the prevention of diseases carried by insects. However, some bug sprays are safer than others. Insect...
Apr 294 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...
Feb 289 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,...
Jan 3010 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...
Oct 30, 20246 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...
Sep 28, 20249 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...
Aug 29, 20248 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...
Jul 29, 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...
Jun 13, 20247 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....
May 23, 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...
Apr 22, 20244 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,...
Mar 30, 20247 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...
Feb 25, 20246 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...
Jan 30, 20249 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,...
Dec 31, 202312 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...
Oct 31, 20236 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...
Aug 31, 20235 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...
Jun 23, 202310 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...
Jan 2, 202310 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...
Jul 16, 202215 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...
Mar 14, 20229 min read
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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