Hair & Skin Care Products Expose Kids to Hormone Disruptors (New Study)
A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives found that children who used certain personal care products had significantly higher levels of phthalates in their urine. Phthalates are of...
View ArticleCalifornia to Ban 6 Artificial Food Dyes in Public Schools
California is on the verge of becoming the first state in the U.S. to ban six synthetic food dyes from being used in foods served at public schools. The new legislation, known as the California School...
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Skincare for Nervous System Regulation? Enter: Desavery (My Review)
I’ve been using Desavery for a few months now, and it’s quickly become one of my newest favorite natural skincare brands. My first impression upon opening up these skincare products was how luxurious...
View ArticleUK Secret Report ‘Sounded Alarm’ on PFAS Back in 2003—And Nothing Was Done
The Environment Agency in the UK knew about the environmental threat posed by PFAS in firefighting foams as early as 2003 but did not take regulatory action until nearly two decades later. PFAS, often...
View ArticleLarge PFAS Spill at Former Base in Maine Raises Water Safety Concerns
A major spill of toxic firefighting foam at the Brunswick Executive Airport in Maine has sparked concern about the spread of PFAS, a class of chemicals known for their long-lasting environmental and...
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The Plastic-Free Loofah Alternatives Everyone Will Be Using Soon
Ditching your plastic loofah is perhaps one of the easiest swaps to make to reduce microplastics. Obviously, it can be quite difficult to get rid of plastic completely from your life… which is why we...
View ArticleWhat Is Teflon Flu? (And How You Can Avoid It)
Reported cases of “Teflon flu,” or polymer fume fever, are rising across the United States. This illness, which occurs when fumes from overheated non-stick pans are inhaled, is becoming more common,...
View ArticleAir Force Investigating 7,000-Gallon PFAS Spill at New Mexico Base
Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico is investigating a 7,000-gallon spill of water contaminated with PFAS at its fire training area. The spill occurred between July 9 and July 15, 2024, as part of an...
View ArticleThousands of Chemicals from Food Packaging Found in Humans, New Study
A new study has found that thousands of chemicals from food packaging materials are making their way into the human body, with over 3,601 chemicals identified in humans. This includes 100 chemicals...
View ArticleCalifornia Passes Law to Ban Toxic Chemicals in IV Bags by 2030
A new California law, the Toxic-Free Medical Devices Act (AB 2300), will phase out the use of one specific toxic chemical (DEHP) in IV bags and tubing by 2030 and 2035. DEHP (Di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate)...
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Are You Using Toxic Face Wash? These Clean Brands Are Game-Changers
I recently got an email from a reader who told me she switched to using 100% Cocokind products on her face after seeing the brand recommended on The Filtery… and her skin cleared up in just 3 weeks!...
View ArticleNew Study Links PFAS Exposure in Pregnancy to Childhood Obesity
A recent study shows that exposure to PFAS “forever chemicals” during pregnancy may increase the risk of childhood obesity, especially in girls. This builds on previous research showing similar...
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I Found 20+ Examples of Toxic Pinkwashing for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
I don’t care if my lip gloss has a pink ribbon on it, or even if it donates 10% to a non-profit. I want that lip gloss to be free from the endocrine-disruptors and carcinogens that contribute to breast...
View ArticleWe Don’t Need Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Maybe we did 30 years ago. But in 2024, we don’t need Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We all know about it. Almost everyone I know has been affected by breast cancer in one way or another. No, we don’t...
View ArticleIs Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste ACTUALLY Safe? I Break It All Down For You.
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Sorry, “Lead-Free” Christmas Lights Don’t Exist. But Here Are Your Best Options.
I recently covered what to consider when choosing a less toxic Christmas tree. But what about the rest of your holiday decorations? Sadly, just like artificial trees, 100% non-toxic Christmas lights...
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Looking for Organic & Natural Christmas Decorations? Here’s Where You Should...
It’s no secret that the holiday season can generate a lot of waste… A big part of that comes from cheap, plastic decorations that won’t biodegrade and are likely to release toxic microplastics into...
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Look for a Non-Toxic Christmas Tree? What to Know About Lead, PVC, & Other...
You’re probably well aware of the debate about which is “better”—real or artificial Christmas trees. Which one is better for the environment? Which is healthier and safer for humans—including kids...
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Get the Camera Ready. I Found the Cutest Organic Cotton Holiday Pajamas for...
It may be slightly kitsch, but there’s just something fun about the whole family unwrapping presents in matching holiday pajamas. Plus, they make for some seriously adorable photo moments. While...
View ArticleBeware Of Black Plastic: It Could Contain Toxic Flame Retardants
A recent study found that black plastic used in kitchen utensils, toys, and food containers in the U.S. often contain high levels of toxic flame retardant chemicals. These chemicals are commonly added...
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