Detoxing Your Home for the New Year
Do you need to detox your home? It wasn’t until I was diagnosed with cancer that I learned I needed a full detox, including my home. I always thought that the food I was eating was the only important part of clean living. Not only can eating the wrong foods be toxic, but I didn’t realize that your home can also be a toxic environment. Why detox your home in 2023? Read on to find out why and how you can accomplish this important task that will benefit you, your family, and your beloved pets!
A clean home is important for several reasons. One, it promotes good health by reducing the risk of illness and allergies caused by dust, mold, and other allergens. Two, it can improve overall mental well-being by reducing stress and creating a more comfortable living space. Three, it can improve the appearance and value of the home. Four, it can help save time and money in the long run by preventing costly repairs and maintenance. Five, it can improve the quality of air in the home, making it safer and healthier to breathe.
According to several studies, over 500 chemicals get trapped inside our sealed, insulated walls. It’s estimated that indoor air is 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air. Have you heard of “Toxic Home Syndrome”? It’s actually a real thing! It’s becoming more and more apparent that we are being overloaded with environmental toxins and that they are being linked to diseases like reproductive disorders and autoimmune disorders. Our supplements, beauty products, and what we choose to clean our homes with can all aid in toxin overload. Our awareness around this topic is definitely growing. There are many ways to eliminate these toxins and we can start by detoxing our own environment, our home. Below is a list you can begin to edit your home’s toxins. This is a process, so don’t get overwhelmed.
22 Tips to Detoxify Your Home
- Use organic, plant-based clean beauty products
- Buy only Natural, green cleaning products (Check for toxic ingredients on EWG)
- Find BPA and plastic free toothbrushes
- Use clean Toothpaste with no fluoride
- Use clean Deodorant with no aluminum
- Use stainless steel cookware, and make sure that they have no coating
- Use organic sheets and bedding like bamboo or eucalyptus
- Use Essential oil diffusers instead of synthetic, chemical fragrances
- Use Beeswax candles with cotton wicks and essential oils as fragrance
- Chemical-free fertilizers and pesticides
- Take shoes off at the door
- Open your windows on a daily basis to recirculate fresh air
- Use glass containers or silicone to replace plastic containers
- Water filtration system for your home and drinking water
- Shower Filter
- Low VOC furniture and paint
- Dryer sheets, use natural or wool dryer balls with essential oils
- Himalayan Salt Lamps
- Dust and vacuum often
- Replace home filters
- Invest in a good Air Purifier
- Dehumidifier if there is too much moisture in the air
Want more tips on creating good vibes in your home? Check out this article here!
