Best Sophia Ruan Gushee Podcasts (2025)

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E117. Clean Indoor Air on a Budget—Detox Dust, Fragrance & Ventilation Tips | Most Downloaded #6 45:07

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #6 Indoor air can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air. In this episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares how to improve indoor air quality with simple, low-cost strategies that reduce exposure to toxins in dust, cleaning products, and “fragrance.” 💡 In This Episode: The hidden health risks of indoor ai…

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E116. Nontoxic Cleaning Made Simple: The #1 Swap to Detox Your Home Safely 3:33

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Want to detox your home but don’t know where to start? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares the #1 cleaning swap from her Ultimate Home Detox™ Starter Pack—a powerful (and free!) resource designed to help you reduce harmful chemicals from your home. Learn how this simple DIY cleaning spray can replace toxic produc…

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E115. Reduce EMF Exposure from 5G, Wi-Fi & Cell Phones—Tips from Dr. Devra Davis | Most Downloaded #7 57:49

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#7 Most Downloaded Episode Are your everyday devices quietly affecting your health? In this episode, Dr. Devra Davis—founder of the Environmental Health Trust—shares what science reveals about radiation from Wi-Fi, cell phones, 5G, and the Internet of Things. 💡 In This Episode: Health risks from EMFs, 3G, 4G, 5G Brain health, sperm damage, and vuln…

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E114. Your Ultimate Home Detox Starter Pack: 5 Simple Guides to Reduce Toxins from Cleaning Products, Cookware, EMFs, Kitchen & Forever Chemicals 3:14

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Looking for a simple way to start detoxing your home and lifestyle? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée introduces the Ultimate Home Detox™ Starter Pack—a free bundle of 5 powerful guides to help you reduce toxins in your daily routines. Whether you’re worried about toxic cleaning products, cookware safety, EMF exposure…

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E113. Avoid Microplastics at Home: 3 Easy Swaps to Reduce Hormone Disruptors | Most Downloaded #8 11:43

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Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #8 Did you know that microplastics and nanoplastics can disrupt hormones and affect fertility? In this episode, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares three easy product swaps that can significantly reduce your exposure to plastic particles at home. In This Episode: How microplastics infiltrate your home Health risks o…

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E112. Harvard Scientist Reveals Why She Rarely Wears Sunscreen—and What She Does Instead 4:21

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Can too much sunscreen be doing more harm than good? In this eye-opening episode of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Sophia shares a behind-the-scenes conversation with Dr. Carmen Messerlian, a Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health expert in environmental reproductive, perinatal, and pediatric epidemiology. After wrapping their official interview, D…

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E111. Improve Vision Naturally with Dr. Marc Grossman—Eye Exercises, Diet & Holistic Healing | Most Downloaded #9 56:17

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🎉 Top 10 Countdown Series – #9 Most Downloaded Practical Nontoxic Living episode In this powerful replay of one of our most beloved episodes, Dr. Marc Grossman, a leading holistic optometrist and international bestselling author, reveals how vision is more than just eyesight—it's a reflection of your entire well-being. Dr. Grossman shares how you c…

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E110. Toxic Bean Bags? What to Know About Safer Fabrics and Fillings for Your Home 7:34

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When my daughter asked for a bean bag chair, I paused. Most are made with toxic textiles and synthetic foam—two major Household Repeat Offenders I explain in my book A to Z of D-Toxing and target in Ruan Living’s 40-Day Home Detox. In this episode, I walk you through how I applied my Practical Nontoxic Living™ framework to find safer bean bag optio…

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E109. How ‘A to Z of D-Toxing’ Sparked the Home Detox Movement | Most Downloaded #10 18:44

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🎉 Most Downloaded Episode #10 — Start Your Home Detox Journey Here In this foundational episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, author and environmental health expert Sophia Ruan Gushée shares the powerful story behind her critically acclaimed book, A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. If you’re new to nontoxic livi…

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E108. How Filtered Tap Water Can Cut 90% of Your Microplastic Exposure 4:43

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A recent study revealed that switching from bottled water to filtered tap water can reduce your microplastic intake by up to 90%—from 90,000 particles per year to just 4,000. In this short Raindrop episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares a powerful reminder of how one small change can have a big impact on your health. 🎧 Want…

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E107. From 88% to 0%: DailyMail Editor’s Proven Detox Results After Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox 10:19

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After discovering her toxic chemical levels were 88% higher than the average American, DailyMail Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri took a bold step: she joined Ruan Living’s pioneering and transformative 40-Day Home Detox program to reduce her everyday exposures to endocrine-disrupting chemicals like BPA, BPS, phthalates, and benzene. In this fol…

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E106. Best Nontoxic Fabrics and Fibers: Safe Choices for Bedding, Clothing, Rugs & More 5:47

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Practical Nontoxic Living™ Raindrop | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked What are the safest fabrics for your clothes, bedding, and home furnishings? In this follow-up to Episode 105, “Toxic Textiles,” Sophia prioritizes the certifications and most nontoxic fibers and materials to look for when shopping for clothing, linens (like bath towels, bed sheets…

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E105. Toxic Textiles: How to Choose Safer Fabrics for a Healthier Home 47:19

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Your clothing, curtains, and couch might be exposing you to toxic chemicals—and you probably have no idea. In this eye-opening episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée speaks with Patty Grossman, co-founder of Two Sisters Ecotextiles, to reveal what’s hiding in the fabrics you use every day—and how to choose safer alternatives for a…

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E104. Collagen Marshmallows: Clean Beauty from the Inside Out 4:34

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Could your favorite treat support healthier skin, hair, joints, and mood? In this mini-episode, Sophia shares how homemade collagen marshmallows—made with grass-fed gelatin, rose powder, and butterfly pea flower—can nourish your body from the inside out. Learn about the cleanest collagen powder brands, key ingredients to avoid, and the surprising s…

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E103. Feel at Home Anywhere: Detoxing Stress, Disconnection & Daily Choices 19:09

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Struggling with stress, overwhelm, or feeling out of sync in your space? You might be overdue for a different kind of detox—one that starts with your home, habits, and the unconscious choices shaping your well-being. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, host Sophia Ruan Gushée is joined by her colleague and niece, Elizabeth McCormick, to u…

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E102. Redefining Home—Inner Peace, Yoga & Psychology with Heather Lilleston 12:49

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What does “home” really mean—and how can we feel at home wherever we are? In this excerpt from Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox program, Sophia Ruan Gushée is joined by Heather Lilleston, yoga teacher since 2003 and doctorate in clinical psychology, to explore how our sense of home goes far beyond our real estate. Together, they unravel hidden toxin…

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E100. Can Diet Boost Fertility? Reflections on Dr. Robert Kiltz’s High-Fat, High-Protein Approach (part 1) 13:02

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Can what you eat really improve your chances of getting pregnant—or your overall health? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée and her niece and colleague, Elizabeth McCormick, reflect on the powerful insights from Dr. Robert Kiltz’s masterclass in Ruan Living’s 40-Day Home Detox. Dr. Kiltz, a leading fertility doctor and…

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E101. Fertility, Inflammation, and IVF Success: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Robert Kiltz (part 2) 9:24

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Can inflammation be the hidden root of fertility challenges—and many chronic diseases? In this eye-opening conversation, Sophia Ruan Gushée welcomes Dr. Robert Kiltz, founder of CNY Fertility and pioneer of a holistic approach to reproductive health. Together, they explore how reducing inflammation, adopting an anti-inflammatory lifestyle, and reth…

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E98. What Endocrine Disruptors Are Doing to Our Fertility: Reflections on Dr. Paul Magarelli’s Insights (Part 1) 10:59

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In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Sophia Ruan Gushée is joined by her colleague and niece Elizabeth McCormick to reflect on Sophia’s masterclass interview with reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Paul Magarelli (featured in Part 2). Together, they unpack the most compelling insights from Dr. Magarelli about how endocrine-disrupting chemi…

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E99. How Endocrine Disruptors Harm Fertility & Fecundity | Dr. Paul Magarelli, Reproductive Endocrinologist (Part 2) 19:03

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This episode features an excerpt from Ruan Living’s 40-Day Home Detox masterclass with renowned reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Paul Magarelli. He explains how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs)—found in plastics, personal care products, pesticides, and air pollution—are contributing to declining sperm counts, hormone imbalances, miscarriages, …

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E97. I Hated Sleep—Until I Heard This Hidden Brain Episode 4:19

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For most of my life, sleep felt like a waste of time—something to minimize, not prioritize. And while recent science on the invaluable benefits of sleep—like how it detoxes your brain and is critical in learning and memory—I still didn't want to sleep more. Until one Hidden Brain episode changed everything. In this short and personal Practical Nont…

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E96. Radiant Skin & Holistic Beauty Rituals with Shiva Rose | Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast 24:47

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In this illuminating episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast, host Sophia Ruan Gushée and her niece Elizabeth McCormick dive deep into what they learned from holistic beauty pioneer Shiva Rose in the Ruan Living 40-Day Home Detox masterclass. Elizabeth shares her personal journey of transforming persistent skin issues with simple yet powe…

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E95. How High-Heat Cooking Creates Toxins—and Simple Ways to Avoid Them 8:26

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Part of the Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked Thursday series—light, inspiring insights from Sophia’s personal journey in Practical Nontoxic Living™. Did you know that the way you cook can create cancer-causing compounds in your food? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée highlights the hidden dangers of high-heat cooking met…

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E94. Healing Spaces: How Nontoxic Interior Design Can Transform Your Health (with Deborah DiMare) 30:48

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Your home can be a powerful catalyst for healing and wellness—when designed thoughtfully and consciously. This engaging episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast begins with Sophia Ruan Gushée and her Ruan Living colleague (and niece!), Elizabeth McCormick, sharing what they learned and loved most from Deborah DiMare’s illuminating mastercl…

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E93. Are Wireless Earbuds Harming Your Health? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked 5:51

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Think your wireless earbuds are harmless? Think again. In this short Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast, Sophia Ruan Gushée reminds us that Bluetooth or wireless earphones blast radiation directly through your brain No fluff, no deep dive—just a powerful wake-up call about an everyday habit that could be…

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E92. Clean Eating Hacks for Busy Lives: Detox Foods & Immune Boosting with Nutritionist & Cancer Survivor Elissa Goodman 1:20:27

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Wondering how to realistically eat clean and optimize your health amid a busy life? In this special episode, we're joined by nutritionist, speaker, author, and cancer survivor Elissa Goodman. You'll hear a powerful clip from Elissa’s masterclass featured in the 40-Day Home Detox, where she shares practical tips for cooking nutrient-dense, clean mea…

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E91. Raw vs. Steamed Veggies: What’s Healthiest? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked 2:23

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Curious whether raw or steamed vegetables are better for your health? In this short Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast, Sophia Ruan Gushée reminds us what research reveals about how cooking methods impact the nutrient content of your vegetables. This “raindrop” of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom is part…

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E90. Introducing Raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living™ | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked 2:01

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Welcome to Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked—a new Thursday series on the Practical Nontoxic Living podcast by Ruan Living. In these short, weekly episodes, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares gentle, behind-the-scenes insights—like raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom—meant to spark your curiosity and support small, meaningful changes in your home and …

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E89. What 18 Years of Simplifying Nontoxic Living Taught Me — Interviewed by DailyMail’s Health Editor (Part 4) 17:07

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In this special twist, DailyMail's U.S. Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri flips the script and interviews Sophia Ruan Gushée for her upcoming feature on the 40-Day Home Detox. Alexa turns her journalist’s eye on Sophia’s 18-year journey in detoxing her home and life—what’s surprised her most, how her approach has evolved, and the three easiest (a…

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E88. Beyond Your Home Detox: Expert Guidance for What Comes Next (Part 3) 23:01

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In Part 3 of our series with DailyMail.com’s Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri, Alexa reveals her favorite part of the 40-Day Home Detox: The expert-led masterclasses, which empower participants with practical wisdom on nutrition, hormone health, interior design, mindset, and emotional well-being. After your home detox stage, your final stage of …

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E87. How a Health Editor and Her Husband Tackled Ruan's 40-Day Home Detox (Part 2) 14:36

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DailyMail US Deputy Health Editor Alexa Lardieri continues her 40-Day Home Detox journey, sharing a peek into her experience. She reveals how, even though she had been avoiding fragrance because it triggers her migraines, 40-Day Home Detox taught her the many other household products that contain fragrance. She also discusses how the LOLA POP Detox…

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E86. What Surprised a Health Editor During Her 40-Day Detox Adventure — Part 1 15:00

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Even health journalists get surprised—Alexa Lardieri reveals what she learned while detoxing her own home. Alexa Lardieri, Deputy Health Editor at DailyMail.com, has written countless articles about the dangers of toxic chemicals in our everyday products. But after completing the Ruan Living 40-Day Home Detox, she discovered just how much she didn’…

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E85: Greenwashing Alert: Why Recycled Plastics May Be Worse for Your Health 11:33

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Recycled Plastic: The 'Eco-Friendly' Choice That’s Harming Your Health. You’ve been told that choosing recycled plastic is better for the environment—but is it safe for your health? 🚨 Studies show that recycled plastics can contain even more toxic chemicals than virgin plastic, including BPA, phthalates, and hormone disruptors that compromise your …

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E84. Household Repeat Offenders™: The Simplest Way to Detox Your Home 14:30

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Feeling overwhelmed by toxins in your home? You’re not alone. But what if avoiding toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and EMFs was easier than you think? In this episode, I introduce Household Repeat Offenders™, a powerful concept from my critically acclaimed book, A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. These are the ev…

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E83. Ditch Plastic Straws: Hidden Health Risks & the Best Nontoxic Alternatives 8:33

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Plastic straws may seem harmless, but some can leach toxic chemicals like BPA and phthalates into your drinks—potentially disrupting hormones, reproductive health outcomes including fertility, and overall health and development. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we uncover the hidden dangers of plastic straws, explore their environmenta…

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E82. Upgrade Your Blender: Avoid Microplastics & Toxic Chemicals in Smoothies 9:55

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Want cleaner, healthier smoothies? Your blender could be adding microplastics and toxic chemicals—like BPA, phthalates, and PFAS—straight into your drink or soup. In this episode, we reveal how hidden toxins leach into your smoothies and what they do to your health. Plus, learn how to upgrade your blender to avoid contamination and blend with confi…

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E81. Safe & Sustainable: The Best Nontoxic Food Containers for Kids 15:23

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Are your kids' lunchboxes exposing them to hidden toxins? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we break down the safest, most durable, and eco-friendly food containers for children. From stainless steel bento boxes to silicone snack bags, we explore the best plastic-free alternatives to reduce exposure to BPA, phthalates, and other harmful…

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E80. How Cell Phone Radiation Weakens Your Brain & Lets in Microplastics and Toxins 9:01

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Is your phone damaging your brain? Research suggests that cell phone radiation can weaken the blood-brain barrier, allowing microplastics and other toxic compounds in your body to reach your brain more easily. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, learn expert insights from one of the world's leading scientists, Devra Davis, founder of the …

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E79. 50% More Microplastics in Human Brains: How to Protect Yourself 19:27

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🧠 New research reveals 50% more microplastics in human brains—what does this mean for your health? Scientists have even found higher levels in dementia patients, raising serious concerns about long-term cognitive health. In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we explore: ✅ How microplastics enter the brain—and why it’s alarming ✅ Whether the…

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E78. Salt as a Mindfulness Prompt: How Everyday Moments Can Support Inner Peace 9:48

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What if something as simple as salt could help you cultivate mindfulness? In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, we explore how salt—something we use every day—can become a powerful tool to help us be more present, mindful, and inspired to avoid plastic products. Join us as we discuss: ✅ How ordinary moments, like noticing salt at the table,…

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E77. I Researched Salt for 120 Hours—This Is the Cleanest One to Avoid Heavy Metals & Microplastics 14:09

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Not all salt is created equal. After 120 hours of deep research, I found the cleanest salt with the lowest levels of heavy metals and microplastics based on laboratory testing—and in this episode, I’m sharing my #1 recommendation with you. You’ll also learn: ✅ What a rational level of concern is over the contaminants in salt ✅ Health risks from hea…

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E76. Salt Isn’t Just Salt: The Truth About Microplastic Contamination 14:00

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Is your salt contaminated with plastic? Microplastics have infiltrated our oceans, food supply, and even the salt we sprinkle on our meals. In this episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living Podcast, Sophia dives into the shocking truth about microplastics in salt—where they come from, how they affect your health, and the best ways to avoid them. 🔹 H…

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E75. How to Design a Cleaner Home to Support Your Health with Alison Davin, Jute Interior Design 47:55

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This episode features Alison Davin, founder of Jute Interior Design, which curates beautiful spaces rooted in wellness with a focus on nontoxic materials. Her projects have been featured in Elle Decoration, Architectural Digest, and Luxe, among others. She is a member of the Design Leadership Network, the Good Future Design Alliance, and the AD PRO…

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E74. How to Avoid Microplastics: Three Easy Products to Swap in Your Household 10:19

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This week on Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée details three common ways microplastics and nanoplastics infiltrate your home — and how to avoid them! Swapping these products for less toxic alternatives can protect both your long-term health, fertility, and well-being, and also the environment! Shop: Stainless Steel Water Bottle mentione…

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E73. Obesogens: Why diet and exercise are not enough for a healthy lifestyle 6:09

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This episode features a short excerpt from January's Detox Workshop, all about Obesogens! This is a short overview on the most researched theories about the recent meteoric rise of obesity and metabolic syndrome across the world, and especially in the United States. The full presentation is available via replay through the D-Tox Academy! D-Tox Acad…

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E72. Holistic Health Tips & Nontoxic Living with Heidi Kuimjian 36:27

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Welcome back to Practical Nontoxic Living! This week, we have Heidi Kuimjian of Holistic with Heidi and the Lifelong podcast. Heidi is certified in Holistic Nutrition and helps people thrive holistically! Heidi and Elizabeth discuss their journeys to holistic health, nontoxic living, and their favorite tips. Enjoy! Register: Obesogens Workshop Jan …

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E71. Top 3 Tips for a Nontoxic Lifestyle with Samantha Radford, Evidence Based Mommy 38:17

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This week we welcome Samantha Radford (@evidence_basedmommy) to the Practical Nontoxic Living Podcast! Samantha Radford is a PhD Chemist, Public Health Expert, and mom of 4. She and Sophia share their journeys to nontoxic living and each share their top 3 easy tips to transform your health and home — without denting your budget! This episode is a m…

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E70. Cellphone Radiation & EMF Regulation with Daniel DeBaun 1:04:35

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This week, Daniel DeBaun, founder of DefenderShield, joins Sophia on Practical Nontoxic Living! A former telecom engineer before creating EMF protection products, Daniel is extremely knowledgeable about wireless radiation, EMFs, and different countries' regulations. Daniel and Sophia discuss how to protect our bodies from EMF exposure, if regulatio…

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E69. How do Forever Chemicals Affect Breast Cancer? 35:43

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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Sophia sits down with Nancy Buermeyer of Breast Cancer Prevention Partners (BCPP). BCPP works to eliminate environmental toxins that contribute to cancer from our water, food, and consumer products. Nancy is the Director of Policy and Programming, and has influenced state and federal laws that…

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Sleep: Why It's Important with Michael Huey 40:06

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How much sleep do you get at night? Do you prioritize sleep? In today's episode Michelle speaks with science and sports nutrition expert Michael Huey about the importance of sleep. How much we should get. How to get it and how there are simple steps you can start taking tonight to set yourself up for healthy sleep habits. In this episode you'll lea…