In this eye-opening episode of The Root of the Matter, Dr. Rachaele Carver continues the Detox Series with a conversation that goes beyond supplements and diet and straight into your home environment.

Joined by Kathy Cooke, holistic nutritionist and certified Building Biologist, they uncover the invisible toxins hiding in your home, from EMFs and mold to plastics, fragrances, and non-stick cookware.

Learn practical, affordable swaps to reduce toxins, improve air quality, and create a healthier space for you and your family. Whether you are just getting started or ready for a full home detox, this episode gives you the tools and motivation to make meaningful change.

In This Episode

• What makes your home “toxic” and how to tell if it’s making you sick
• EMFs explained: why your Wi-Fi and cell phone may be stressing your cells
• How to hardwire your tech and reduce EMF exposure without living off-grid
• The hidden dangers of fragrances, parabens, phthalates, and PFAS
• Mold, air quality, and the importance of regular dusting and purification
• Smart swaps: cookware, cleaning supplies, beauty products, and furniture
• Why endocrine disruptors affect fertility, mood, and early puberty
• Creating resilience through supplements, grounding, sunlight, and stress reduction
• Budget-friendly ways to move from toxic house to healthy home

Key Takeaways

• You can’t detox your body if your environment is toxic.
• Start small; one swap at a time adds up fast.
• Choose glass, stainless, ceramic, cotton, and essential oils over synthetics.
• Air purifiers and hardwired internet create a healthier home energy.
• Prevention is easier and more affordable than treatment.

Kathy Cooke is a holistic nutritionist and certified Building Biologist specializing in environmental health, air quality, and toxin-free living. Through her company Whole Home and Body Health, she helps families identify and remove hidden environmental hazards.

Website: wholehomeandbodyhealth.com

 Instagram: @wholehomeandbodyhealth

Resources: BuildingBiologyInstitute.org

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