TOXIN CLEANSE CHALLENGE: how many of these swaps can you make?
DITCH: shampoo with parabens, phthalates, & phenols
STOCK: shampoo without parabens, phthalates, & phenols
DITCH: anti-perspirants & deodorants with aluminum
STOCK: anti-perspirants & deodorants without aluminum
DITCH: toothpaste with fluoride, sulfates, titanium dioxide, & aspertame/sucralose
STOCK: toothpaste with nano-hydroxyapitate
DITCH: antimicrobial soap with triclosan
STOCK: regular soap without antimicrobial agents
DITCH: cosmetics with fragrances, preservatives, parabens, & other chemicals of concern
STOCK: mineral-based cosmetics
DITCH: nail products with formaldehyde, toluene, phthalates, & plastics
STOCK: non-toxic nail polish
DITCH: chemical sunscreen with oxybenzone
STOCK: mineral sunscreen or safe sun exposure
DITCH: mosquito repellant with DEET
STOCK: mosquito repellant made with citronella or essential oils
DITCH: air fresheners & candles with artificial fragrances
STOCK: essential oil diffuser & beeswax candles
DITCH: plastic food wrappers & containers
STOCK: glass, silicon, & cloth food storage
DITCH: non-stick pans, pots, & skillets with teflon
STOCK: cast-iron or stainless steel cookware
DITCH: cleaning products with fragrances, aerosol, surfactants, & other chemicals of concern
STOCK: vinegar, baking soda, essential oils, etc
DITCH: fragranced garbage bags, single-use cleaning products, lotions, etc
STOCK: fragrance-free versions
DITCH: fabric softer & dryer sheets
STOCK: vinegar in rinse cycle & wool dryer balls
DITCH: microwave popcorn with PFAS in package
STOCK: air-popped popcorn
DITCH: lead in paint or pipes
STOCK: eliminate source, repaint, or filter water
DITCH: store receipts with BPA
STOCK: digital receipt, avoid touching, wash hands
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