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Toxin Free (ish)What Makes “Non-Toxic' Perfume Truly Clean? Your 3 Step Guide✨ Ep. 105Just because a company claims to sell "clean" perfume doesn't mean it's actually free from harmful chemicals.As a former environmental toxins attorney turned Clean Living Coach, I've discovered that most "clean" fragrance brands are still using synthetic ingredients and denatured alcohols that can disrupt your hormones and impact your health. The truth is, there are only four truly clean perfume companies on the market right now - and most popular "clean" brands don't make the cut.Understanding what makes a perfume truly clean requires looking at three key factors: the alcohol base, f...2025-03-0426 minToxin Free (ish)The Silent Epidemic Behind ADHD, Snoring & Cavities: The Hidden Dangers of Mouth Breathing in Infants & Kids with Dr. Hilary Fritsch ✨ Ep. 103Nearly every child today is developing with an airway that's too small for their tongue, and most parents have no idea it's happening.In this crucial conversation with Dr. Hilary Fritsch, an airway-focused dentist, we expose why so many American children need braces, struggle with focus, or experience chronic health issues. The truth is, symptoms like mouth breathing, snoring, frequent ear infections, and even ADHD-like behavior aren't random - they're often signs of an underdeveloped airway and jaw.The most frustrating part? This epidemic is entirely preventable with early intervention. Through proper screening and treatment...2025-02-1849 minToxin Free (ish)How to Reduce Plastic Through Sustainable Beauty Choices with Lindsey McCoy, CEO of Plaine Products ✨ Ep. 98Many people don't understand the true devastation caused by single use plastic until they see it. Lindsey McCoy, CEO of Plaine Products, witnessed this environmental challenge firsthand while working to clean up beaches in the Bahamas. After that, she took what she knew from the world of Non-Profit work and started Plaine Products with her sister. Lindsey thought about the original product design for Netflix. Remember when you would get a DVD in the mail and return it when you were done? Well, she thought "why can't we do something like that with beauty products?" ...2025-01-1443 minToxin Free (ish)4 Effective Hard Water Solutions for Using Toxin Free Products ✨Ep. 96If you've been struggling to make natural cleaning products work in your home and on your body, your water might be the culprit! I recently asked my audience what the most challenging aspect of toxin-free living has been so far. Unsurprisingly, a lot of people have had a hard time embracing clean products because they simply don't work with the hard water in their home. Drawing from my experience helping hundreds of students transition to toxin-free living, I share honest feedback about which products work best with hard water. Truly Free is the best hard water la...2024-11-2613 minToxin Free (ish)The #1 Wellness Mindset Shift That Will Help You Unlock True Health with Josh Rubin, Co-Founder of EastWest Healing ✨Ep. 95Are you exhausted from chasing endless supplements, protocols, and "root causes" without seeing real results? What if I told you that true healing doesn't require thousands of dollars in lab tests or a complicated regimen of supplements? In fact, the answer might be as simple as stepping outside to catch the morning sun.In today's episode, I'm diving into an honest and refreshing conversation about health and healing with Josh Rubin of EastWest Healing. We tackle why the wellness industry is increasingly resembling the Western medicine system it often criticizes, and why so many people are stuck...2024-11-191h 02Toxin Free (ish)The Ultimate Toxin-Free Gift Guide: 8 Clean Wellness Gifts They'll Actually Love ✨Ep. 94Looking for the perfect gift for the wellness enthusiast in your life? Or maybe you're like me - a minimalist who waits all year to invest in high-quality, toxin-free essentials during Black Friday? Either way, I've got you covered with eight thoughtfully curated gift ideas that actually support health and wellness (no greenwashed products here!).Check out my Blog and Read the Show Notes HEREAs a former environmental lawyer turned clean living coach, I've spent years testing and researching the safest, most effective products out there. From game-changing red light therapy devices...2024-11-1222 minToxin Free (ish)Why are Moms Joining the Cancel Kelloggs Campaign? The Health Effects of Artificial Food Dyes in Kids' Food and What Parents Need to Know ✨Ep. 93Why are food companies keeping dangerous dyes in American products while offering healthier options in other countries? Ever wonder why Fruit Loops look different in Canada than they do in the US? Here's the disturbing truth: major food companies are deliberately using harmful artificial dyes in American children's cereals while selling safer versions in other countries. Let's break down exactly why this matters for your family's health.In this episode, I'm diving into the explosive "Cancel Kellogg's" campaign and the scientific evidence that food companies don't want you to see. We're talking about...2024-11-0520 minToxin Free (ish)Clean Beauty Secrets from a Holistic Esthetician with Irina Dovganetskiy, CEO of WithSimplicity Beauty ✨Ep. 92Ever Had Someone Stick Their Fingers In Your Mouth... For Beauty? (Trust Me, You'll Want to Hear This!)You guys, I am SO excited to share this conversation with you! Today I'm sitting down with my friend Irina, the incredible founder of WithSimplicity Beauty (code WENDY10), and she completely changed my life with something called a buccal massage. It was AMAZING for my jaw clenching issues!Irina isn't just a clean beauty founder - she's also a licensed esthetician, owns a holistic aesthetic school in Harrisonburg, VA, and runs a holistic spa. I r...2024-10-2948 minToxin Free (ish)Is Fluoride Toxic? The EPA's Recent Court Case and What It Means for You ✨Ep. 91If you've ever questioned the safety of fluoride in drinking water, this episode is for you. The recent court ruling against the EPA on fluoride regulation is a game-changer, and we're breaking it down in simple terms.Today, I'm diving into the complicated issue of fluoride and making it accessible for everyone. From a brief history of fluoride use to the timeline of events leading to the EPA's court loss, we're covering it all. You'll learn why this chemical has been controversial for decades and how recent scientific evidence is changing the conversation.A...2024-10-2218 minToxin Free (ish)What is Glyphosate? The Truth from The Glyphosate Girl, A.K.A - Kelly Ryerson ✨ EP. 90If you or someone you love is navigating chronic health issues, this episode is for you. Unfortunately, that probably means it's for all of you. Chronic health issues like autoimmune disorders, infertility, and more are normalized in this country. But that doesn't mean they're normal. Today, I'm joined by Kelly Ryerson, the Glyphosate Girl, to learn all about Glyphosate. From simple questions like "what IS Glyphosate?" to more complicated ones like "what is the solution when big corporate companies are trying to shield themselves from being held liable for our health issues that connect to these toxins?"...2024-10-151h 00Toxin Free (ish)The Fragrance Dilemma: How an Entire Industry Hijacked Your Hormones ✨ EP. 89 [RE-AIR]The first thing I tell people to do when they embark of their holistic living journey is to ditch fragrances. It’s the first but also often the hardest step to embrace. Fragrances are deeply rooted in our memories of what grandma was cooking as a child and fresh sheets on a Sunday morning. That’s why going natural and fragrance-free can be such a difficult step to take. But today, i’m going to tell you WHY you should try to eliminate fragrances from your household. Companies have been manipulating what you buy to trigger these happy m...2024-10-0821 minToxin Free (ish)Simplifying Anti-Inflammatory Foods and Safe Cooking Practices with Culinary Nutrition Expert and Chef, Shelley Loving ✨ Ep. 88Register for Shelley's FREE Wellness Kitchen Masterclass: A step-by-step guide to create a healthy kitchen, happening October 7-9. What happens when a life-altering event forces you to re-evaluate everything you thought you knew about nutrition and cooking? Shelley Loving faced this exact challenge when her husband suffered a heart attack at just 41 years old. Before this, Shelley's relationship with food mirrored that of your average American in many ways. They weren't just eating junk all the time, but they also weren't putting much thought into nutrition at all. But once it became clear t...2024-10-0150 minToxin Free (ish)How Synthetic Fragrance Ingredients Like Musk Ambrette May Trigger Early Puberty: What You Need to Know ✨Ep. 87Early puberty is not just a psychological bump in the road. Yes, it can be a really isolating event for a child, but it also poses real health risks. We're seeing an increased risk of cancer and cardiovascular issues amongst kids that go through puberty early. So what's causing this in the first place and what can we do to protect our children? Well, scientists think they've found one chemical constituent that actually triggers a girl's body into going into early puberty. The ingredient in question? Musk Ambrette. So today, we're going to talk all...2024-09-2413 minToxin Free (ish)Titanium Dioxide: Safe in Sunscreen but Not in Lipstick? What's the Deal? ✨Ep. 86Should you avoid titanium dioxide in your cosmetics? It's not a simple yes or no answer. I've actually been consulting directly with formulators of cosmetic brands lately and titanium dioxide is a hot topic. Today, I'll be explaining the science behind the risks of titanium dioxide, differentiates between nano and non-nano forms, and outline when and where the ingredient may be safe or unsafe. With this ingredient, it really depends on the product you're using. So don't jump to throw away your favorite products just because you see titanium dioxide on the ingredient list! After...2024-09-1714 minToxin Free (ish)The Label Reading Method You Can Use to Making Toxin-Free Shopping Simple ✨Ep. 85I want to create a culture where it's cool to read labels. Imagine if everybody read labels and really cared about the ingredients that were in our products. Companies would have to start making cleaner products. They would see people gravitating to and purchasing the cleaner products. And we all know our money is the ultimate needle mover. So I created this episode as a bit of an introduction to label reading. If you're new here, this is also a great episode to serve as a roadmap to the rest of the podcast. I know...2024-09-1015 minToxin Free (ish)A Holistic Skincare Breakdown For Every Age Group with Jamie Burkhalter of evanhealy ✨Ep. 84Have you noticed that 12 step skincare routines are being marketed to younger and younger age groups? Nine year olds are flocking to Sephora to get their fix. How necessary/unnecessary is this? Is there some merit to adopting a skincare routine so young? This is just one of the many questions we're answering today with holistic esthetician, Jamie Burkhalter. We're going beyond the consumerism of skincare and reframing it from a routine to a ritual. So whether you've got a teenager at home dealing with acne for the first time or you're wondering how to maintain elasticity...2024-09-031h 13Toxin Free (ish)Should You Avoid Grapefruit Seed Extract? Exposing the Hidden Synthetic Preservatives in Skincare ✨Ep. 83When you hear the words "Grapefruit Seed Extract," what do you picture? For me, images of a nice, juicy grapefruit being hand picked comes to mind. And that's exactly what companies that are labeling their products as "all-natural" want you to see. Unfortunately, grapefruit seed extract is not so innocent. Companies misleadingly market products as "all-natural" while sneaking in hormone-disrupting chemicals like benzalconium chloride, triclosan, and methylparabens. So today, we're digging into the startling findings from a recently published report that tested grapefruit seed extract products from six major companies—all but one contained synthetic preservatives. 2024-08-2711 minToxin Free (ish)EPA Bans Pesticide Linked to Birth Defects: Everything You Need to Know About the Emergency Ban on DCPA ✨Ep. 82Last week, the EPA made a surprising announcement, a first in forty years, in which they issued an immediate emergency ban on a pesticide called DCPA. Now, I know what you're thinking - wow, I'm glad they're actually pulling a harmful product off the market! It is cause to celebrate, but let's dig a little bit deeper. The unfortunate truth is that this pesticide has been used in the US since the 1950s and we've known about it's harmful effects since the 90s. So why did it take so long to ban DCPA? What is DCPA used...2024-08-2015 minToxin Free (ish)From Diplomacy to Toxin-Free Advocacy: My Personal Journey Unpacked by Unbranded with Suzy Dean ✨Ep. 81I've been releasing episodes of Toxin Free-ish each week, for 81 weeks! And in that time, I've provided tons of information and tools for you to work your way towards a more toxin-free life. Today, we're doing something a little bit different. It's time to really get to know the host beyond the insights! My friend Suzy, who I met and immediately felt the chemistry of deep friendship with in Ecuador, is sitting to interview me. Her podcast, Unbranded with Suzy Dean, dives into a wide range of stories and experiences. Her love for plant medicine collided with...2024-08-131h 00Toxin Free (ish)Does Toxin-Free Toothpaste Work? Developing the Best Non-Toxic Toothpaste with the Founders of Risewell Toothpaste ✨Ep. 80I asked Kori Estrada and Dr. Derek, the Founders of Risewell toothpaste, to come on and talk about toothpaste ingredients, their rigorous and transparent testing and how they were handling the (now dismissed) PFAS lawsuit.This episode is packed with expert insights and real-life experiences to help you make more informed choices for your oral and overall health. Don't miss it!In this episode, we're chatting about: Risewell's origin storyHow Risewell created a toxin-free toothpaste that actually works How Risewell is making edible toothpaste for children Behind the scenes into the lawsuit agai...2024-08-0654 minToxin Free (ish)Creating a Toxin-Free Home: Practical Tips for Families Resistant to Change ✨Ep. 79Imagine transforming your household into a haven of health without causing friction among your loved ones. I just wrapped up another cohort of Toxin Free in 3 and the question "how can I get my family on board?" came up a lot. It's easy to implement changes if you have young ones and you're the only one calling the shots. That used to be my experience! But in the past few years, everything has changed now that I have a husband and teenagers. Teenagers tend to have a lot to say about the products in your home. It's...2024-07-3016 minToxin Free (ish)How to Choose Safe Menstrual Products and Avoid Heavy Metals in Tampons ✨Ep. 78The fact that over 16 different heavy metals were found in tampons being sold in multiple countries, including the U. S. recently rocked news outlets. So today, we're breaking down a groundbreaking study from Environment International, revealing that both conventional and organic tampons sold in the US and Europe contain 16 different heavy metals. From lead-laden non-organic brands to arsenic hiding in organic ones, we trace these contaminants back to intentional additives and environmental pollution. Unfortunately, ingredient transparency is limited as tampons are classified as medical devices. But what are your other options...2024-07-2313 minToxin Free (ish)What does BPA Free Mean, Really? The Dangers of BPA and How to Avoid It ✨Ep.7793 percent of Americans according to the CDC, have detectable levels of BPA in their blood. But what does a “BPA Free” label even mean? Everytime you go shopping for plastic products like Tupperware, water bottles, etc. you’re faced with this message. I think a lot of people see “BPA free” as the start and end to the toxin risk in these products. But are BPA free products actually safer? Or are we just swapping one problem for another? BPA belongs to a larger class of chemicals called Bisphenols. There are a...2024-07-1611 minToxin Free (ish)The Healing Power of Regenerative Farming with Brett Packer from Young Living ✨ Ep. 76What's the big deal with regenerative agriculture? I often say that it is regenerative agriculture that will save the world, and it's true. Regenerative farming can do absolute wonders for our planet, our food supply, the air we breath and so much more. Today I'm joined by Brett Packer, executive director of Young Living Essential Oils Farms. We're unpacking the potential of regenerative agriculture and how it differs from industrial and organic farming practices. He sheds light on how thriving soil ecosystems not only enhance our food's nutrient density but also mitigate the extensive environmental dama...2024-07-0953 minToxin Free (ish)Uncovering the Truth Behind Risewell Toothpaste PFAS Allegations ✨Ep. 75The makers of the popular toothpaste brand RiseWell were sued recently. Why? Well, two moms in the state of California filed suit and claimed that they took their mineral kids toothpaste, sent it off to a lab and it tested positive for PFAS chemicals.Now, RiseWell markets their toothpaste as PFAS free, as clean, as non toxic, as safe to swallow. These moms are claiming that that is actually not true. And in fact, their toothpaste is full of PFAS. So today, we’re diving into the details and chatting about whether or not this la...2024-07-0219 minToxin Free (ish)What is the Best Non-Toxic Cookware? Avoid PFAs When Cooking ✨Ep. 74When you're making a nice meal for your family, the last thing you want to do is worry about chemicals leaching into their food from the pots and pans. And on the flip side of the same coin, it also stinks to have a bunch of crusty food firmly stuck to the pans once you're done. It's a constant battle between convenience and health. Of course, the idea of non-stick pans is very appealing. But, as you might remember from our episode all about PFAs, ingredients like Teflon can pose a major risk to your health. So...2024-06-2530 min