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NonToxic items in my home I switched to after my sons cancer diagnosis
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items Swaps to make your home healthier!
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Kitchen
Good bye plastic cutting boards, hello wood!!! When you use plastic boards for cutting, microplastic can enter your body and cause long term toxic effects to your health.
Wood cutting boards
Plastic storage containers are now replaced with glass. Plastic lids are okay as long as they are not heated up in the microwave.
Pyrex - Glass Food Storage - Corelle
Glass bowls are an easy swap in the kitchen. Microwave and dishwasher safe.
Glass Bowl
All plastic cups out...glass cups in. I know glass is tricky with small kiddos, but teach them young and they will learn to be careful. If one does happen to fall and break, just remember accidents happen.
Glassware & Drinkware - Target
The BEST non toxic dishes you could own. They are glass but they stand the test of time. A classic must have!!
Corelle
Stainless steel is a top go-to option when looking for safe and non-toxic cooking pans. Add your favorite oil or butter to keep these pans non-stick.
Stainless Steel Pots, Pans & Cookware Sets | Calphalon
Big, beautiful and heavy. Cast iron has been a timeless addition in the kitchen. Season it correctly and it will give delicious flavor to any meal.
Classic Cast Iron Skillet | Shop All Sizes Online
Love, Love, Love these! I recieved these as a gift last Christmas and I have nothing but great things to say about them. They are granite which makes it a strong pan. They wipe up very easily to make cleaning a breeze. And they store nicely with felt...
Cookware sets - Carote Official
Berkey water filtration for the win!! One of my biggest fears was that the water we were drinking was causing my family's health issues. We switched to a few different drinking options before I came across the Berkey brand. I feel confident now, that...
Amazon.com: Berkey Water Filter System
My stainless steel cutting board is an amazing new addition to my kitchen along side my wood one. I use the Stainless when I am cutting meat to reduce contamination.
Amazon.com: Stainless Steel Cutting Board
Skin Care
Castor oil was a quick and easy switch as I slowly eliminated toxic skin care products. Castor oil is thick and sticky, so i use it at bedtime, so it has time to absorb into my skin. Not only does it help moisture my skin, but it also helps thicken m...
Castor Oil for Face: Acne and Skin - Healthline
Beef tallow is the new up and coming natural/toxic free skin care product. It has an organic smell, but leaves your skin soft and smooth. A little bit goes a long way. This product will last. As I slowly switch out my toxic skin care products to more...
Amallow 100% Grass Fed Beef Tallow
Home
Ditching the candles and scented air freshners for a healthier option. Diffusers are cleaner option for the air you breath. Grab some fun essential oil scents and add a natural toxic free scent to your home.
Aera® - Home Fragrance System | Whole Home Scenting ...
We changed all our bedding to soft, and comfortable bedding free from the synthetic materials that our pervious bedding was made up of.
Linen Bedding Sets | Flax Linen Bedspreads & Covers | Piglet US
Putting good quality air filters in my home was literally "a breath of fresh air!" I feel good about eliminating the toxins, allergens and bacteria from my home.
HEPA
These EMF blockers were this years stocking stuffers for all of my family members. It is so important to me to keep my loved ones safe. Knowing how harmful wifi can be and how our phones don't leave far from our side, I feel comfort in knowing we hav...
DefenderShield - EMF Protection & 5G Shielding World Leader
No more high chemical dryer sheets. I started using dryer balls as an alternative and totally love them. They help toss my clothes around so they dry better and they reduce static. If you are looking for an added scent you can add essential oils dire...
Amazon.com: Wool Drying Balls
I tossed out all my highly scented, chemically burdened hand soaps in exchange for castile soap. Add a few drops of essential oil if you are missing out on a fragrance.
Amazon.com: Castile Soap