While focusing on factors like nutrition and exercise are so important (hence why I have an entire Healthy Living section at Present & Pure), I wanted to shed light on the role low-toxic living plays in health and living your best life.
The role toxins play in negative health outcomes is becoming more clear now more than ever. Growing research keeps showing that daily exposure to toxins can cause negative outcomes including chronic inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and even conditions like diabetes and cancer. Because of this, I knew it was so important to highlight low-toxic living on its own. My goal is to help make this topic as accessible and easy-to-understand as possible for you, without the stress and overwhelm!
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If you care about your health, your home, and the planet, you’ve likely found yourself drawn to products labeled "natural," "eco-friendly," or "green" when browsing at the store or shopping online. But here’s the problem that I (and countless other people I've talked...
If you're new to low-toxic living (a.k.a. "non-toxic living"), I understand that trying to start this journey can feel overwhelming. Even as someone who has been exploring ideas related to non-toxic living since 2009, I can still sometimes find the massive amount of...
Looking to create a healthier home without the overwhelm? This guide to building a non-toxic home breaks down simple, stress-free steps to help you get started. From the most important product swaps to practical tips for reducing household toxins, you’ll learn how to...
A couple summers ago, I found myself in the middle of a full-blown ant invasion in my home. If you’ve ever been in Vegas during the summer, you know how intense the heat gets—and apparently, so do the ants! They flooded into the house, searching for relief from the...
Looking for a homemade ant deterrent that’s safe for your countertops and your pets? You’re in the right place! While vinegar is a popular ingredient in many natural ant sprays, it can damage stone surfaces like marble and granite. And it’s not always ideal if you’re...
Tired of ants crawling across your floors, baseboards, or pantry corners, but not a fan of harsh chemicals? DIY sprays (both vinegar and non-vinegar) can be great options. But what if you are looking for a non-spray option? Sometimes, the best homemade ant killer...
If you've been keeping an eye out for sustainable cleaning products that are safer for your home and for the environment, you may have come across Branch Basics. This post specifically breaks down details and my thoughts on the Branch Basics dishwasher tablets, but I...
Shopping for a bra is already challenging enough. Add in the search for an organic, non-toxic bra that is truly safe for your body and planet, and it can feel like an endless maze of labels and uncertain claims. If you’ve started to feel overwhelmed trying to sort...
In this article, you’ll discover five big reasons (along with compelling research) why organic cotton bras and other natural fiber bras are a safer, more sustainable choice for both your body and the planet. Ever since I started wearing bras, I honestly never thought...
I've been on a mission this past year to clean up my wardrobe. I've spent a lot of time researching clean clothing brands, and trying to prioritize natural and organic materials. But here's one thing that's been bothering me for a while now. Almost every clean brand...
I’ll be the first to admit that non-toxic clothing wasn’t on my radar for the longest time. Like many, I gravitated toward all of those big-name fast fashion brands: Forever 21, H&M, Papaya, Shein. They were trendy, incredibly cheap, and everywhere. As a...
Could the personal care products in your bathroom be quietly increasing your cancer risk? Research from 2023 published in Chemosphere shows how parabens and phthalates in personal care products may trigger cancer-linked changes in healthy breast tissue... but also...
Are you struggling with dry hands this season but not sure which non-toxic hand cream is best? Learn more about toxins commonly found in lotions and body creams and find a list of some of my favorite non-toxic hand creams you can choose from! Living in Las Vegas...
If you’ve ever wondered “what is regenerative farming” and why it matters for your health, this guide is for you. In this article, we’ll explore how regenerative farming works, why it’s different from conventional agriculture, and how it could be a powerful answer to...
Need the dirty dozen list fast? Here it is. Short on time? Jump to my 5-minute Dirty Dozen action plan below. Want the full story? Keep reading for the complete guide with all of the details. My guess is that you're reading this article about the Dirty Dozen list...