The Impact of Low-Tox Living on Soil, Air and Oceans: Avoiding Greenwashing and Identifying Verified Sustainable Solutions

#8 Earth Day Episode! Making conscious choices about the products you bring into your home has a ripple effect that goes far beyond your personal health. In this episode, we explore how reducing toxins in your everyday personal care and household items not only protects you but also helps safeguard our soil quality, air quality, and water systems. From understanding how your choices impact the planet to recommendations for small but meaningful steps you can take, this conversation is packed with insights on creating a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.We’ll also tackle the tricky world of greenwashing and "cleanwashing," giving you the tools to separate marketing hype from genuine eco-conscious efforts. Learn how to decode certifications, read ingredient labels with confidence, and identify brands that truly prioritize non-toxic ingredients and sustainable practices. We’ll also highlight a few standout companies setting the gold standard for planet-friendly and low-tox products. This episode will help you feel empowered, informed, and inspired to make impactful changes for both your health and the environment.HoldOn BagsPrimally Pure (10% off with code: detoxyourdome)BluelandJackfirReel PaperAttitudehttps://textileexchange.org/synthetics/ https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/reduce-laundry-microfiber-pollution/ https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/microplastics-from-textiles-towards-a https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35977640/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7939574/ https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/2023/sweat-leaches-flame-retardant-chemicals-from-microplastics https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18393023/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8279095/ https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/limited-number-voluntary-recalls-initiated-after-fda-testing-acne-products-benzene-findings-show https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news/2022/03/why-cancer-causing-benzene-widespread-personal-care-products https://www.petro-online.com/news/safety/15/breaking-news/what-are-the-effects-of-benzene-on-the-environment/33958