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When someone with a Harvard degree in sustainability and 10+ years of experience managing POTS through clean living tells me my course taught them things they couldn't find anywhere else, I know we need to have that conversation on the podcast.

In this bonus Thursday episode of the Toxin Freeish Podcast, I'm talking with Whitney, founder of Sustainably Acquired, about her incredible journey from being bedridden with POTS to becoming a sustainability consultant for both families and businesses. What makes Whitney's story so powerful is that she already had the educational background and had been living toxin-free for a decade, but she still found massive value in understanding the "why" behind ingredient safety.

Whitney shares how ditching fragrances and forever chemicals helped her become functional again after years of being completely bedridden, and why she's now creating solutions like a searchable clean product database where people can shop by their value. Whether that's zero waste, regeneratively grown, or just "clean but it has to actually work." Plus, she's developing fully biodegradable Easter eggs that will decompose in your garden but stay shelf-stable for years.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• POTS and toxin connection

• Her new business venture: Sustainably Acquired

• Why being scared constantly is toxic too

• Innovation in green chemistry

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If you've ever tried switching to mineral sunscreen only to hate the white cast, thick texture, or breakouts it caused, this conversation with Julie Longyear is going to change everything for you.

In today's episode, I'm talking with the founder of Blissoma, a skincare brand that has a cult-like following among people with the most sensitive, reactive skin. What makes Julie so special is that she actually formulated her own sunscreen in-house. This is something most clean skincare companies won't even attempt because of the FDA approvals, drug facts panels, and complexity involved.

We dive deep into why she spent evenings and weekends for months perfecting her sunscreen formula, how she fought back against manufacturers who tried to sneak in butyl octyl salicylate (a chemical UV filter disguised as an inactive ingredient), and why she believes our skin hasn't changed much since we were cave people, it's just the products we're using that are causing problems.

This conversation gets real about the manufacturing industry, why brands get pressured to compromise their formulations, and how Julie created a zinc oxide sunscreen that doesn't leave you looking like a ghost or feeling like you have cement on your face.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• The sunscreen formulation journey

• Regenerative vs. organic sourcing

• Manufacturing industry truths

• Sensitive skin solutions

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I'm dropping this special Thursday episode because I want you to hear directly from my students why Toxin Free in 3 has changed their lives, and today's conversation with Jen might be the most powerful one yet.

In this raw and real interview, I'm talking with Jenn Cicci (Beauty in the Green), an integrative health practitioner who survived two rounds of fluoroquinolone antibiotics that left her unable to walk without braces due to tendon rupture. This was a well-known side effect her doctor never warned her about! Seven years later, she still can't run and lives with permanent damage from what should have been informed consent.

But here's what really got to me: Jenn told me she left my course completely fear-free after years of following practitioners on Instagram who were constantly sharing scare tactics. She said, "I left that course with no fear," and I honestly got emotional hearing that because that's exactly my goal: to give women mental and emotional armor to navigate the clean living space without panic.

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• Fluoroquinolone toxicity

• Fear-based wellness content

• Functional medicine accessibility

• Alternative breast health screening

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If you've tried switching to clean deodorant only to find yourself smelling funky by noon, you're not alone, and it's not because clean deodorants don't work, it's because you're probably using the wrong one for your body and climate.

In this final episode of my three-part "Toxin Free Fails" series on the Toxin Freeish Podcast, I'm breaking down the science behind why clean deodorants fail and how to choose one that actually works for your specific situation.

Here's the truth: sweat itself doesn't smell. It's the bacteria thriving at a pH of 5.5 to 7 under your arms that creates that funky odor! Clean deodorants work by driving your pH either way up (like Just Ingredients with magnesium hydroxide) or way down (like KosasSport with alpha hydroxy acids) so bacteria can't survive. But here's what nobody tells you: what works in winter might fail you in summer, and what works for average sweaters might not work for heavy sweaters.

I'm doing a complete breakdown of my three go-to deodorants: Primally Pure for most of the year, Just Ingredients for sensitive skin, and KosasSport for those brutal summer months. Plus, why I rotate seasonally and why you should too.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• The bacteria and pH science

• 3 deodorant deep dives

• My seasonal rotation strategy

• The pit detox process

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You switched to a clean laundry detergent because you wanted a non-toxic option, but now your clothes smell funky, look dull, and feel rough, and you're ready to go back to Tide.

In this second episode of my three-part "Toxin Free Fails" series, I'm breaking down exactly why your clean laundry detergent isn't working and what you can do about it without going back to toxic products. The truth is, it's not the detergent's fault. It's your water hardness, your high-efficiency washing machine, and the fact that you need to understand which ingredients actually work in different water conditions!

I'm doing a complete ingredient breakdown of three different clean detergents:

- the ultra-clean Meliora powder

- my go-to Thieves liquid detergent

- the controversial Truly Free that works in the hardest water conditions.

You'll discover why plant-based surfactants get "gunked up" by minerals, why your high-efficiency washer isn't using enough water to get clothes clean, and the two specific ingredients that make some clean detergents work in hard water (even though some people call them "toxic").

This episode will save you from throwing in the towel on clean laundry products and give you the knowledge to choose the right detergent for your specific water situation. No more funky-smelling clothes or going back to products that actually harm your health.

In today's episode, we're chatting about:

• The water hardness factor

• High-efficiency washer problems

• Three detergent case studies

• The "toxic" ingredient controversy

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Most people try one "clean" shampoo that doesn't work and immediately assume all non-toxic hair products are inferior. But the real culprit isn't the product, it's your water!

In the first episode of a three-part "Toxin Free Fails" series , I'm revealing why your expensive clean shampoo might be leaving your hair feeling greasy, buildup-heavy, or just plain dirty. Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with the quality of the product and everything to do with the mineral content flowing out of your shower head.

You'll discover the simple chemistry behind why hard water (over 180 ppm of calcium and magnesium) literally holds plant-based cleansers hostage, making it impossible to rinse them out properly. I break down the difference between ultra-clean brands like Rahua that work best in soft water versus slightly more synthetic options like Evolve and JS Health that contain specific surfactants designed to work in any water condition.

This episode will save you from wasting money on products that aren't right for your specific situation and give you actionable solutions. From $13 water tests to shower head filters to understanding which ingredients actually make clean products work better in hard water.

In today's episode, we're chatting about:

• How to test your water and understand the 60-180+ ppm scale

• The chemistry behind haircare fails

• Two shampoo case studies

• Water softening solutions for any budget

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That cheap red light device you bought on Amazon might literally just be a regular light with red film over it. If so, you're missing out on real healing benefits!

In today's episode, Dr. Abby Kramer from Fringe Heals joins me to break down everything you need to know about red light therapy. We're going beyond the surface to dive into the actual science: how red light works at the cellular level to supercharge your mitochondria, why specific wavelengths (660nm red and 850nm near-infrared) are crucial, and why most cheap devices are complete scams.

The truth is, red light therapy harnesses the same healing wavelengths that come from the sun,the ones that are most abundant at sunrise and sunset. But since the average American spends 93% of their time indoors, we need quality devices that actually deliver therapeutic benefits. Dr. Abby explains why intensity matters more than you think (hint: higher isn't always better), how to avoid EMF exposure from poorly made devices, and why flicker can sabotage your results.

We also dive into specific applications that might surprise you: using red light for thyroid health, gut microbiome healing, brain function, and even addressing hormonal acne with therapeutic blue light. Plus, we tackle controversial topics like whether it's safe to look directly at red light (spoiler: the research says yes, with proper precautions) and why the warnings about pregnancy and babies are mostly legal disclaimers rather than science-based concerns.

In today's episode, we're chatting about:

• Why most Amazon red light devices are literally fake (and how to spot quality ones)

• The specific wavelengths and intensity levels that actually provide therapeutic benefits

• How red light therapy works at the mitochondrial level to heal everything from thyroid issues to brain fog

• The controversial truth about looking directly at red light (and why it might improve your vision)

• Why EMF exposure and flicker in cheap devices can sabotage your healing

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A massive international study just proved what we've suspected for decades, glyphosate causes cancer even at doses the European Union considers "safe."

In today's episode, I'm breaking down the results of the Global Glyphosate Study, led by major institutions including the Ramazzini Institute in Italy, Boston University, and universities across the globe. Over 1,000 rats were tested, with control groups receiving zero glyphosate and three other groups receiving amounts equivalent to what the EU deems safe for human consumption. The results are devastating: all groups exposed to glyphosate developed tumors and cancers, with leukemia being the most prevalent, especially in rats exposed during the prenatal stage.

This isn't some fringe research. This is an international coalition of credible universities providing evidence that glyphosate infiltrates our entire food system and causes cancer. Meanwhile, Bayer and Monsanto continue trying to get immunity laws passed across the United States, claiming farmers can't grow food without glyphosate. But here's the truth: regenerative and organic farming doesn't require synthetic pesticides, it's just that we've destroyed our soil with decades of chemical agriculture.

The solution isn't just individual action (though I'll share practical steps you can take), it's systemic change. We need to call our representatives and demand two things: no liability shields for pesticide companies, and government grants to help farmers transition to regenerative agriculture. This is about more than just our personal health - it's about saving our entire food system.

In today's episode, we're chatting about:

• The shocking results of testing 1,000+ rats with "safe" levels of glyphosate

• Why pesticide companies are fighting for legal immunity across the US

• How glyphosate exposure during pregnancy increases childhood leukemia risk

• Practical steps to reduce glyphosate exposure in your home and diet

• Why we need systemic change, not just individual action, to solve this crisis

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Your clean tallow-based sunscreen could be attracting sharks and damaging pool filtration systems.

In today's Ask Me Anything episode, I'm answering a question that's been flooding my DMs since I shared my thoughts on tallow-based sunscreens while at the beach in San Diego. While I absolutely love PrimallyPure's new regenerative, organic tallow-based SPF for hiking and outdoor activities, there are two specific situations where I wouldn't use this type of sunscreen.

First, let's talk about the ocean. Sharks have an incredible sense of smell, especially when it comes to animal fats. During shark season when great whites migrate past the California coast, the last thing I want to do is slather myself in tallow and go surfing at dawn or dusk when attacks are more likely. Yes, shark attacks are rare, but why take an unnecessary risk when there are plenty of other clean mineral sunscreen options?

The second issue is chlorinated pools. Tallow is not water-soluble, so it separates from pool water, floats on top, and accumulates in filtration systems and piping, just like pouring cooking oil down your drain. This can seriously damage pool equipment and interfere with chlorine's ability to sanitize the water, creating a breeding ground for bacteria. Whether it's a public pool or your own backyard, tallow-based sunscreens and chlorinated water don't mix.

In today's episode, we're chatting about:

• Why sharks are attracted to animal fats and when this matters most

• How tallow sunscreens can damage pool filtration systems and piping

• The difference between regenerative organic tallow and commercial tallow

• When tallow-based sunscreens are actually perfect (hiking, laying out, outdoor activities)

• Why sourcing matters when choosing animal fat-based skincare products

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Your "all mineral" sunscreen might be lying to you, and the loophole manufacturers are using is completely legal.

In this short but crucial episode, I'm exposing a sneaky sunscreen ingredient called butyloctyl salicylate that's being slipped into mineral sunscreens. Still, these products are still allowed to market themselves as "all mineral!" This chemical UV filter doesn't have to be listed in the active ingredients section, so it's hiding in plain sight in the inactive ingredients list, and most people have no idea it's there.

The truth is, if you've been diligently checking only the active ingredients section like I've taught you before, you're missing this toxic ingredient that's basically the same as octisalate, which is already on my avoid list for being an endocrine disruptor. Now you need to check both the active AND inactive ingredients sections to make sure you're getting truly clean sun protection.

In today's episode, we're chatting about:

• Why butyloctyl salicylate is just octisalate in disguise

• How manufacturers are convincing brands to use this sneaky ingredient

• Why checking only active ingredients isn't enough anymore

• My updated 2025 sunscreen guide with truly clean options

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