When we think of detoxing, most people only pay attention to what we put both in and on our bodies – but it’s also important to be mindful of the chemicals and toxins that may be in our own homes.  

Ironically, many of us fill our homes with poisonous chemicals when we’re actually are trying to keep them clean, safe and tidy. 

Want an eye-opening experience? Read the labels on your cleaning products! Some cause respiratory issues, while others can cause rashes and or have long-lasting effects on your health. They affect not just us, but our pets, children, family, and the environment. 

Phosphates, PCBs, phthalates, PFCs and flame retardants all can cause health issues, including disrupting our immune system and potentially contributing to cancer and other diseases. 

Here’s an amazing database that details the potential health and safety risks of hundreds of household products. For even more info about particular chemicals often used in products and items around the home, check out this database.

I don’t know about you, but when I think about the chemicals left behind by some of those harsh cleaners, those sparkly surfaces don’t seem so clean any more!

Good news! More companies than ever offer all-natural cleaning solutions that work just as well as the not-so-natural brands. Here are just a few:  The Method, Seventh Generation, Ecos, Mrs. Meyers, Better Life, Norwex and JR Watkins. (Plus they smell great. The Method’s ylang-ylang shower spray is amazing!)

If you want to take even more control over the cleaners in your home, you actually can make your own, using simple and inexpensive products: lemon, vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, kosher salt and more.