Why I've adopted a low-tox lifestyle

Well it all started with onions and toothpaste! Don't worry, I'll explain. At the time, I was a teacher and we had a Mexican-food themed luncheon on campus, but right after work I was picking up a friend to head to an event. Well needless to say, I enjoyed one too many onions and my breath was less than fresh. So when I arrived at my friend's home, I asked if she happened to have an un-used toothbrush and some toothpaste I could use. Well she's a mom so she did! I used the cutest little kid's toothbrush and the toothpaste in her daughter's bathroom. When I tell you my breath had never been so fresh! So I asked about the toothpaste and found out it was from Young Living. I purchased a starter kit, and a full stock of toothpaste, then my low-tox journey began.

Now as much as I am committed to non-toxic products, I will never fully adopt a non-toxic lifestyle simply because, I love a good perfume. Fragrance is a major player in the non-toxic community. I've tried using oils as perfume but I have to be honest with myself, I like to smell really good, and really strong, and I love a good Burberry perfume. So I try to make sure that I am diligent about using non-toxic products in other areas of my life like cleaning products, hair products, feminine care products, air fresheners, etc.

If you are curious about why living a low-tox life is beneficial, keep reading. We are exposed to chemicals in our daily lives, way more than we should be. These toxins can negatively effect our overall health including brain function, immunity levels, and reproductive structure. Toxins also have a negative effect on the environment and our natural resources. Unfortunately, there are so many hidden vices in the air, the food we consume, and the water we drink. Those things may be out of our control, but there is a lot we can control. A great place to start is my testing the rating of your current products. The ThinkDirty app is a fantastic resource to utilize to review these ratings and find healthier product options. Living low-tox is not always easy, but it is worth it in the long run.