Toxin Free (ish)

When you think of pollution, I'm willing to bet the first image that comes to mind is smog.  But what if I told you that according to the Environmental Protection Agency, the levels of indoor air pollutants in your home are between 2 and 5 times higher than outdoors?  So if you’re a citizen of a developed country who spends 90% of your time indoors, detoxing your indoor air should definitely...

Are you ready for a really bold statement? In my honest opinion, and one that I strongly believe is backed by all the data and all the science, your dryer sheets and fabric softeners are most likely the most toxic product in your entire home. Let that sink in for a moment. Not only are they full of toxins, but they also have multiple exposure pathways. They’re polluting the air in your home while...

In honor of Spring cleaning, i’m starting a three part cleaning series. Each of the next three episodes will be my bite-sized hot takes and we’re starting off strong by tackling laundry detergent. Laundry detergent should be one of the items at the top of your list for detoxifying your home goods. Not only are we exposed to a laundry detergents toxins through our clothing, but we’re also breathing...

Are you someone who suffers from seasonal allergies? Until a few years ago, I thought I had a super power that allowed me to side step allergy season. But after moving to Virginia, seasonal allergies hit me hard. The itchy eyes, sinus pressure, and headache-y feeling is downright miserable. So today, i’m telling you all about the natural remedies that have allowed me to actually enjoy springtime. ...

Chiropractic care is surrounded by a world of misconceptions. Years ago, I truly thought the only reason to get a chiropractic adjustment was if I had a major injury. So today, i’m chatting with my personal and longtime chiropractor, Dr. Rachel Richards. Dr. Rachel finds her work as a chiropractor to be fulfilling because she really believes in the power her work has to change her patients lives. ...

Today i’m having a conversation around food and diet culture that I hope starts to make its way into the wellness space.  Deena is a holistic and integrative health coach who guides mothers and families all over the world to remove the chore from food and cultivate a more joyful and confident relationship with your choices. She is a guiding light when it comes to holistic-centered eating. Deena sh...

Living a toxin-free life does not mean you need to be hyper-vigilant to the point of exhaustion. If you’re overwhelmed and anxious because of your pursuit of a cleaner lifestyle, this is your sign to take a step back. I see a lot of parallels happening in the wellness industry right now between the dogmatic diet culture and the clean living space. I am passionate because I think  the secrecy of wh...

Ladies.. have you noticed lots of new period products showing up in your social media feeds that are being marketed as toxin-free, organic, and sustainable?   Considering that so many tampons are being used and women are literally putting them in our vagina, you would think that ingredient and safety information would be a top priority.   Unfortunately, the conventional tampons that you grew up wi...

It's estimated that over 20 million people in the United States have some form of thyroid condition, and almost 60% of those people have no idea. On today’s “Ask Me Anything” episode, I am answering Diana’s question about what a full thyroid panel is and why you need it.  Most doctors will run TSH levels if thyroid issues are suspected, but they stop there. I give the full run down on why tha...

Are you someone who struggles with anxiety?  If you said yes, you aren't alone. More than 20% of the population in the United States struggles with some form or anxiety, persistent worry or racing thoughts.    In this episode, I'm talking with Kristin Ramirez, LPC,  a licensed professional counselor and clinical anxiety treatment professional with 17 years of experience . ...

Are there toxins in your tap water?  This episode will introduce you to the Environmental Working Groups Tap Water Tool , where you can look up your zip code to see what contaminants are lurking in your tap water.   Wendy will walk you through all the ways that the Safe Drinking Water Act isn't so safe after all and what kind of drinking water filter is the best option for you.    Resources:...

Julie Kennedy is an integrative health practitioner and personal trainer who specializes in women's hormones.  She built a successful business from her passion for fitness, but she is no stranger to battling over working out and under under nourishing her body.  Eventually, those unhealthy habits led to her suffering from ovarian cysts, painful cycles and serious hormone imbalances.   Now she...

The first thing I tell people to do when they embark of their holistic living journey is to ditch fragrances. It’s the first but also often the hardest step to embrace. Fragrances are deeply rooted in our memories of what grandma was cooking as a child and fresh sheets on a Sunday morning. That’s why going natural and fragrance-free can be such a difficult step to take. But today, i’m going to tel...

Are you looking to live a more holistic lifestyle but you’re unsure where to start?  I’ve got two words for you: Endocrine Disruptors. In this episode, you’ll get a crash course on endocrine disruptors.. what they are and why you should avoid them.  I’ll start by breaking down how they impact your health and contribute to hormone imbalances linked to PMS, PCOS, infertility, breast cancer, birth de...

Welcome to The Detox Dilemma podcast. I am so excited to finally be here with you! I'm your host Wendy. I'm an environmental lawyer who now specializes in the regulation of toxins and I'm also a clean living coach teaching women to kick toxins out of their life. In this episode, you'll learn more about what you can expect from The Detox Dilemma. As the weeks go by, we'll e...