Do you use non-stick pots and pans? Most of us will agree that non-stick cookware has made cooking easier. When Teflon became popular where I lived, people eagerly replaced their regular cast iron and stainless-steel cookware with Teflon cookware. At that time, we would take only convenience into consideration, and hardly anyone thought about safety. …
When I hear news about wildfires anywhere on our planet, my heart goes out to the people and animals there. I know what it is like, I’ve been there. Indeed, smoke from wildfires was one of the reasons I left my beloved California after 22 years of living there. While fires cause multiple issues, this …
Is it the numbing agents that make baby shampoos tear-free? Frankly speaking, I had heard the rumor about soap manufacturers using numbing agents to make their shampoos tear-free. But I had never heard any specifics, such as the names of those agents or shampoos per se. Yet, I felt uneasy about buying a baby shampoo …
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After I discovered that bisphenol A (BPA) may leach from the can lining into food, I ditched canned food altogether. Well, almost all canned food. I still ate canned sardines, taking solace in the label statement “No BPA used in can lining.” Then I called the company to ask what they used instead of BPA, …
Do you want to buy bar soap without harmful chemicals but do not know how to look for it? Indeed, what do you type into a Google search browser – good soap? Handmade bar soap? Organic soap? Natural soap? Perhaps, it is time to clarify what natural bar soap is, especially, since the term “natural” …
Grateful is how I feel about dentists, dental products, and dentistry in general. A dentist’s office is what unites us all, regardless of age, status, and gender. Unlike many other life experiences, hardly anyone has escaped the experience of going to the dentist. Although modern dentistry is a far cry from what it used to …
If you have just switched to a non-toxic deodorant, give it some time. Apparently, there is a detoxifying period during which your safe deodorant may not work at its full capacity. And if you are considering improving your deodorant routine but are not sure which deodorant to choose, this ultimate guide is for you. When …
Like most of you, I was not born with an awareness of toxins and the necessity of avoiding them. I used to believe that manufacturers would not use anything harmful in their products – they just wouldn’t. As I learned more about toxins, I knew that one day I would have to confront my deepest …
I can relate when I read stories of personal struggles and journeys that my readers share with me. Many have gained their toxin awareness after brushing with cancer or autoimmune diseases. Some have had their eyes opened faster than others, but one thing is certain – it is a process. And I am no different. …
Can Breast Implants Cause Autoimmune Diseases? – My Confession Read More »
Reading between the lines – who would have thought that it also applies to reading product labels? Apparently, a personal care or cosmetic product may contain more than its label states. I am talking about impurities not listed on the label because technically they are byproducts of some of the listed ingredients or their manufacturing …
