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Toxin-Free Talk

by Megan Mikkelsen

Calling all my health conscious moms wanting to create a happy and healthy home for those you love.If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and worried, searching for tips on how to create a beautifully healthy home that not only looks good, it makes you feel good too, then this is the podcast for you!Hey there, I'm the host, Megan Mikkelsen, and I am here to help! I will simplify this process for you. With my Masters of Public Health degree, career in health education, almost two decades of parenting, and an obsession with interior design, I'm here to walk you through the process. Let's make your home radiate positive energy, foster health, and exude your family's personality all while minimizing our environmental impact and focusing on sustainability. If you feel it's in your heart to detox your life, home, health, beauty, motherhood, and everything in between, and make it beautiful, all at the same time, then you're in the right place. Welcome! Let's get started.Connect wit

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Episodes

  1. Healthy Eating on the Go - 6 Travel Hacks for Living Well

    In this episode of The Toxin Free Talk podcast, host Megan Mikkelsen shares six practical tips for maintaining a healthy diet while traveling. As a parent to two girls involved in club volleyball, Megan knows firsthand the challenges that come with constantly being on the go. She discusses how…

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  2. Creating Balance in Healthy Living

    Discover the practicality of the 90/10 rule, navigate toxin-free living with teenagers, and empower yourself with tips on conducting a toxin-free living audit. Embrace imperfections and strive for an A- in toxin-free living—because balance is the key to a life well-lived. Shop toxin-free beauty...

  3. 192 Green and Eco-Friendly Cabinets- What to Look For

    In this episode, I'll walk you through the captivating experience my partner and I had at a kitchen expo in Las Vegas. Our mission? To find a unique cabinetry line for our clients. Amidst exhaustion and uncertainty, we stumbled upon Bauformat, a German company with an extraordinary green story…

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  4. 191 Burnout Stress Management and Self Care Tips for 2024

    In this episode, I dive into the topic of burnout, stress, and the importance of self-care. After taking a much-needed break during the holidays, I reflect on the challenges I faced, especially in managing a growing business and juggling family responsibilities. Join me as I share my personal...

  5. 190 Just starting out? How I'd approach the detox process if I was brand new.

    I remember how overwhelming it was when I first learned about the importance of paying attention to ingredients in our products. If I was starting out all over again, this is what I would do.

  6. 189 How to save when switching to toxin-free and safe products.

    Switching to safe, clean, non-toxic, and toxin-free products can get expensive. Listen in on how to save when making the switch.

  7. 188 I Remember When... Make-up Before I Knew about Safe Ingredients

    I haven't always been confident - sharing a personal story hoping you might find it relatable.

  8. 187 Appliance Recycling - Why and How

    The why and how of recycling your appliances and being more green in appliance shopping.

  9. 186 Healthy Sleep - Top Tips for More Restful Nights

    Sleep is so important to our health. Listen in for my top tips on how to get to sleep and stay asleep.

  10. 185 How to Stay Healthy as we Enter the Sick Season

    Listen in for simple tips on how to stay healthy this school year.

  11. 184 Toxin-Free Talk Favorite Things

    Sometimes it's easier to be told what to buy instead of having to do the research yourself, right? This episode shares my favorite home cleaning products, candles, and personal care products with quick links to make shopping easier.

  12. 183 How to Be An Advocate for Safer Beauty

    It's your turn to help advocate for safer beauty. Why you need to alert your US legislators about the Safer Beauty Bill and an easy link to do it.

  13. 182 How to Disinfect and Clean Used Stuff

    Ever bought used clothes or furniture and not sure how to clean it? Listen in for some simple tips!

  14. 181 Blue Light Damage and Environmental Stressors - How to Protect Your Skin

    Did you know that blue light damage can speed up aging in addition to damaging your eyes? Listen in on how to protect your skin from blue light damage and environmental stressors.

  15. 180 Choosing Sustainable Products Matters

    Listen in for my experience doing a beach cleanup with 4Ocean.

  16. 179 Clean Beauty - Not a Trend, It's a Movement

    More and more people are searching for clean beauty. Yet, 72% of CEO and leaders in the industry admit their company is guilty of greenwashing. What does clean really mean?

  17. 178 Holistic Dental Care - an Interview with Amber White, RDH HHP

    Our oral health reflects our body health and vice versa. Listen in to this interview with holistic health practitioner and registered dental hygienist, Amber White. Follow Amber on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturallyamberwhite/

  18. 177 Do You Practice Grounding? What it is, what it does, and why you should try it.

    Ever heard of grounding? Do you practic it regularly? Listen in to learn the benefits of grounding.

  19. 176 Big Improvements in US Cosmetics Policies, However We Still Need To Be Our Own Advocates

    Curious to hear if the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 will create change in the personal care products marketplace. What about Washington's Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act? I share my personal perspective along with analysis of the policies.

  20. 175 Why You Should Stop Using Retinol and Healthy Anti-Aging Ingredients to Look For

    Has your dermatologist (or friend) recommended a retinol product when chatting about wrinkles? Listen into why you should avoid retinols and learn the safe ingredients to look for in anti-aging products.

  21. 174 My Weight Loss Journey and What I've Learned Using Mindful Eating Practices

    Sharing my experience with the Gina Livy Program and how mindful eating practices have helped me lose weight and become heathier - mentally and physically.

  22. 173 Toxin-Free 101

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  23. 172 Yoga - Why You Should Try It

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  24. 171 Safe Sunscreen - Ingredients to Watch Out For

    Sunscreen is important for our skin but we also need to be careful with the ingredients in our sunscreen. Here's what to look for and avoid.

  25. 170 The Dirty Dozen - How to Prioritize Eating Organic

    We'd all love to eat 100% organic, but sometimes, it just doesn't fit within the budget. Here are my tips for prioritizing my shopping when it comes to organic fruits and vegetables.

  26. 169 How to Save Time and Ease Frustration in Creating a Beautiful Home

    Have you ever spent hours shopping online, looking for the perfect item, and ended up with too many choices and a lot of wasted time? Working with an interior designer is a great way to save, time, money, and frustration in furnishing and decorating your home. Learn more about Red Door here:...

  27. 167 Induction Stoves and EMF Radiation

    Building off of episode 168, this episode explains the downfalls of induction stoves, their connection with EMF radiation, and how to limit your exposure. Additional reading: https://www.shieldyourbody.com/induction-cooktop-emf/ https://atmos.earth/gas-induction-stoves-health-risks/...

  28. 168 Health Benefits of the Cold Plunge and My Personal Experience

    Familiar with the cold plunge trend? I recently tried it and lived to tell the tale! Learn about the health benefits and my personal experience here.

  29. 166 Gas Stoves are Being Outlawed - The Alternatives and What You Need to Know

    Did you know that cities and states have been outlawing the inclusion of gas in new buildings? The Consumer Product Safety Commission is considering banning gas stoves in the US. There are some major health and environmental issues with gas and gas stoves. Listen in for the details and some great...

  30. 165 VOCs and Paint - What you Need to Know to Keep Your Home Healthy

    Most paints emit VOCs (volatile organic compounds) which are harmful to our health. This is what you need to know about paint and VOCs, plus a little fun about the color of the year. Look for the UL GreenGuard Gold Certification badge as these products have undergone third party testing and have...

  31. 164 Let There Be Light - How to Choose Lightbulbs and Their Environmental Impact

    Confused when shopping for light bulbs? This episode breaks down what kind of light bulbs to use for each space in your home and the environmental impact of light bulbs too. Soft White (Yellow Range, 2700K to 3000K): bedrooms, living rooms or dens Warm White (Between the Yellow and White Ranges,...

  32. 163 Top 10 Ingredients You Need in Your Skincare

    On Toxin-Free Talk, the conversation is often around what to avoid in products. But what about the ingredients you need in your skincare. Ingredients that benefit your skin and health? Here's that episode! Ingredients to look for: Peptides Organic Sea Buckthorn Niacinamide Tamarindus Indica Seed...

  33. 162 Simple Steps to Create a Home that Makes You Feel Good

    Did you know there is science to good interior design? It's true and this episode shares simple steps to create a home that not only looks good, it makes you feel good too. This episode features Lara Anderson of Red Door Interiors. www.reddoorolympia.com Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and...

  34. 161 3 Tips for Solving Your Winter Skin Woes

    Do you struggle with itchy dry skin during the winter? Me too! At least I used to before I detoxed my skincare routine. The three tips shared in this episode will help you conquer your winter skin woes and help you get on the path to healthier, softer, and more beautiful skin. Ready to detox your...

  35. 160 How Interior Design Fits with Green and Clean Living with Lara Anderson of Red Door Interiors

    160 How Interior Design Fits with Green and Clean Living Introducing our Monthly Interior Design Show with Lara Anderson of Red Door Interiors Welcome to our first interior design episode of Toxin-Free Talk! You'll get to meet Lara Anderson, my friend and business partner. You'll learn how we met...

  36. 159 Releasing Trauma to Detox your Brain an Interview with Andalina East

    159 Releasing Trauma to Detox your Brain an Interview with Andalina East This Episode features Adalina East, the founder of Transformational Healing, an EMDR therapist, neuroscience researcher, and therapist. Adalina shared her personal health story and why she was forced to go toxin-free. We…

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  37. 158 The 5 Basics for Going Toxin-Free

    158 The 5 Basics for Going Toxin-Free: What you Need to Know Now to Consciously Improve Your Health and Be More Green The purpose of Toxin-Free Talk is to help you make simple and easy swaps with your everyday products and help you embrace health as you try to do and be better every day. In 2023,...

  38. Trailer: Welcome to Toxin-Free Talk

    Good for you for taking action on detoxing your home and finding Toxin-Free Talk! This is your go to resource for creating a healthy home that not only looks good, it makes you feel good too. Each weekly episode of Toxin-Free Talk will share simple and easy tips to help you on your journey…

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  39. 157 Toxin-Free Travel Tips

    Want to join the re-launch team for special perks? Email me at [email protected]! Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with...

  40. 156 The First Ingredient to Look for When Label Reading

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  41. 155 3 Simple Steps to Detoxing Your Home for Good

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  42. 154 Don't Miss Episodes of 2022- The Episodes to Listen and Re-listen to

    113: Ask the Laundry Expert https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/toxin-free-talk-detox-by-design-non-toxic-living-crunchy/id1513490944?i=1000554094546 107: Helping Others Go Toxin-Free and Green...

  43. 153 BPA Found in Sports Bras and Athletic Shirts. What You Need to Know.

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  44. 152 How to Safely Kill Bacteria and Viruses. Tips to Survive the Flu and Cold Season Without Bleach

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  45. 151 Answering Everyday Questions about Going Toxin-Free, An Interview with Nikki Oden

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  46. 150 Hosting an Event? 10 Simple Tips for Going Eco-Friendly and Sustainable for Your Next Party or Celebration

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  47. 149 Creating a Celebration Circle, What that Means and how to do it now!

    You can find Nikki here: www.youridealmomlife.com Nikki's Instagram Nikki's Facebook Nikki's Linked In Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products…

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  48. 148 Don't Miss These Toxin-Free and Eco-Friendly Savings

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  49. 147 Five Everyday Hacks for Using Eco-Friendly and Toxin-Free Products

    Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my Ultimate Safe Swap Guide Join my Facebook group Follow me on...

  50. 146 How to Eliminate Your Toxic Mindset with Betsy Pake

    Get Betsy's free download here: betsypake.com/beliefs Join Detox by Design | The Home Method and start detoxing your home today! Shop Detox by Design | The Box to simply and affordably detox your home, room by room Shop toxin-free beauty products Get started with toxin-free living with my…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Calling all my health conscious moms wanting to create a happy and healthy home for those you love.If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and worried, searching for tips on how to create a beautifully healthy home that not only looks good, it makes you feel good too, then this is the podcast for you!Hey there, I'm the host, Megan Mikkelsen, and I am here to help! I will simplify this process for you. With my Masters of Public Health degree, career in health education, almost two decades of parenting, and an obsession with interior design, I'm here to walk you through the process. Let's make your home radiate positive energy, foster health, and exude your family's personality all while minimizing our environmental impact and focusing on sustainability. If you feel it's in your heart to detox your life, home, health, beauty, motherhood, and everything in between, and make it beautiful, all at the same time, then you're in the right place. Welcome! Let's get started.Connect wit

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Calling all my health conscious moms wanting to create a happy and healthy home for those you love.If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and worried, searching for tips on how to create a beautifully healthy home that not only looks good, it makes you feel good too, then this is the podcast for...

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