Practical Nontoxic Living

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 Directory. Alison and Sophia discuss: -How having multiple chemical sensitivities prompted Alison to research the harmful chemicals in our everyday consumer products -Alison's tips to travel and manage your symptoms if you feel you also are sensitive to conventional chemicals, pesticides, and more -Breaking down different "clean" building materials, and if they are truly clean -How to design a nontoxic space that promotes a more balanced life LINKS: Alison's Book — Live Natural: A Relaxed Approach to Creating Healthy Homes (Amazon affiliate link) 40-Day Home Detox — Learn more here D-Tox Academy Membership — Learn more here  

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 mentioned in episode Questions? Reach out to hello@ruanliving.com RESOURCES 40-Day Home Detox Waitlist D-Tox Academy Membership Shop: Amazon Curated by RUAN Ruan Living FREE Newsletter

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 Academy is a membership-based library of nontoxic resources, designed to simplify clean living for you. Learn more about membership to access the workshop replay here. RESOURCES Shop Sophia's Nontoxic Favorites: Amazon — Curated by RUAN Shop Ruan affiliate nontoxic products 40-Day Home Detox Waitlist D-Tox Academy Ruan Living FREE Newsletter  

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 24 1-2pm EST Don't Forget: 40-Day Home Detox is open for enrollment!!! Closes January 31st, so start your 2024 off to a healthier start with this program. Learn more here. Download Heidi's nontoxic clothing EBook here. RESOURCES Obesogens workshop 40-Day Home Detox D-Tox Academy Membership Shop: Amazon Curated by RUAN Ruan Living FREE Newsletter  

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 must listen for nontoxic beginners or long-time practitioners!  This audio was originally published on the Evidence Based Mommy podcast. RESOURCES Detox Gift Sets Shop — Amazon by Ruan 40-Day Home Detox Waitlist Crash Courses & Mini Courses Ruan Living FREE Newsletter

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 regulations reflect the most up-to-date science, and an update on the iPhone 12 wireless violations in France.  For podcast show notes, click here: Practical Nontoxic Living podcast show notes at Ruan Living. Use code RUAN to get 10% off your order at DefenderShield.com !  RESOURCES: Ruan Living FREE Newsletter D-Tox Academy 40-Day Home Detox Waitlist  Shop Amazon—Curated by RUAN

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 protect consumers from these environmental toxins. Nancy and Sophia discuss Forever Chemicals, recent California legislation, Prop 65 labeling and what it means, and what to do if you're ordering from another state, and more!  Click here for podcast show notes: Practical Nontoxic Living podcast at Ruan Living. Text DETOX to 66866 to subscribe to the Ruan Living weekly newsletter! RESOURCES Ruan Living FREE Newsletter Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN D-Tox Academy Membership (nontoxic library resource) 40-Day Home Detox Waitlist EMF Detox Ebook

Dr. David O. Carpenter joins Sophia this week to discuss EMFs, cellphone radiation standards, and how to protect yourself from cellphone emf exposure. Dr. David O. Carpenter is a public health physician whose research areas of interest include electromagnetic fields (EMFs), other environmental contaminants (like PCBs), and their effect on human health. Practical Nontoxic Living podcast show notes: Ruan Living. RUAN RESOURCES SHOP: Curated Nontoxic Amazon Storefront READ: The A to Z of D-Toxing LEARN: Join D-Tox Academy to start your nontoxic lifestyle today! GIFT: Ruan Living Detox Boxes RECEIVE: Ruan Living FREE Newsletter

All about the 40-Day Home Detox program!  You can also watch this workshop replay. Seeing the slides that Sophia discusses can make it easier for you to learn about the health risks from environmental & household toxic exposures, and why a foundation of nontoxic living is so important in your home. Click here to watch. Read more about the program here: 40-Day Home Detox Questions? Reach out to hello@ruanliving.com or @ruanliving on Instagram. RUAN LIVING A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide To Reducing Our Toxic Exposures (belongs in every health-conscious home) Ruan Living detox gift boxes Complete portfolio of offerings Ruan Living FREE Newsletter  

This episode features Jenna Hua, PhD, MPH of Million Marker.  Jenna shares her journey from working in the hospital system, to her struggles with fertility, to ultimately researching our household toxic exposures. She founded Million Marker, a mail-in body toxicity test that uses your data to improve your chances of conceiving through sustainable diet and product recommendations. DETOX OFFERINGS 40-Day Home Detox D-Tox Academy STAY UPDATED Ruan Living FREE Newsletter  

Did you know that neurotoxicants, which are exposures that can alter or compromise the structure or function of the nervous system, are found in countless household items, school supplies, and more? This episode features an excerpt from a live workshop Sophia hosted in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.  Listen to learn the current trends & statistics regarding mental health, which household toxins could be contributing to the current mental health challenges, and as always, practical tips you can implement today to start reducing your exposure. Please rate & leave a review if you enjoy it! Any questions/comments feel free to email hello@ruanliving.com or DM @ruanliving on Instagram or Facebook. For show notes, visit ruanliving.com/blog RESOURCES Blog Amazon Storefront D-Tox Academy 40-Day Home Detox Newsletter  

This week's podcast features Human Design expert Erin Claire Jones!  Erin and Sophia discuss the basics of Human Design, energy types, unique blueprints in parenting & family life.  HUMAN DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Get 10% off with code RUANLIVING at checkout here DON'T FORGET: 50% off your first month's membership at the D-Tox Academy expires May 31st! Use code SPRINGCLEANING at checkout.  FREE WORKSHOP: Our next free workshop is June 21st at 11am EST. This will address brain health and environmental toxins. Reserve your spot here!  RESOURCES D-Tox Academy Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN 40-Day Home Detox Free Ruan Living newsletter  

This week's episode is an excerpt from our most recent Use the News segment — all about mental health, technology, and toxins!  Don't miss our FREE workshop on mental health & household chemicals, Wednesday, May 24th at 11am EST. Register here.  Remember: through the end of May, get 50% off your first month's memberhsip at the D-Tox Academy! Use code SPRINGCLEANING at checkout.  RESOURCES Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN D-Tox Academy Ruan detox books Free Ruan Living newsletter

This week's episode is all about sleep & your cirdcadian rhythm! Sophia and Elizabeth discuss melatonin supplements & overdoses, cortisol, if watching the sunset can help you fall asleep at night, and more. Enjoy! To subscribe to our newsletter, register here: Free Ruan Living newsletter RESOURCES D-Tox Academy Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN Supplement article discussed in episode

Featuring Andrew Pace! Founder, Green Design Center, healthy home concierge, and host of the Nontoxic Environments Podcast. This week’s episode is an interview between Sophia and Andrew from his podcast, Nontoxic Environments, which was released earlier this year. It’s filled with the basics of setting up a healthy home environment — from free tips, to adjusting your mindset, unexpected ways nontoxic living can actually make your life easier (and save you money). Listen to learn more about Sophia’s background and career prior to researching environmental toxins, and what drives her to help others embrace practical nontoxic living.  RESOURCES D-Tox Academy — get your first month for 50% off with code “SPRINGCLEANING” at checkout Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN Naturepedic Mattresses — use code ruanliving15 at checkout for 15% off your purchase! The above is an affiliate link. Text DETOX to 66866 to subscribe to our newsletter.    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to rate & review us on your podcast platform, and share the empowerment with a friend!   

This week’s episode is all about protecting your skin from endocrine disruptors — especially from touching receipts (and other thermal paper!) Did you know that using hand sanitizer before touching a receipt can cause your skin to absorb 100X more BPA from that paper?? Listen to learn more background information about BPA & other hormone disrupting chemicals in receipts, and some great tips to avoid your exposure!  RESOURCES D-Tox Academy Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN Our favorite nontoxic mattress Elizabeth’s favorite nontoxic clothing brand Nontoxic Living Blog Workbooks to Detox Your Home Free Ruan Living newsletter   Text DETOX to 66866 to subscribe to our weekly newsletter!  Make sure to follow/subscribe to this podcast and rate us 5 stars!  Find us at @ruanliving on Instagram and ruanliving.com  

This week's episode is all about MOLD.  Cheryl Ciecko joins Sophia to discuss: How she became interested in mold exposure as an architect Her personal healing journey from toxic mold exposure Top tips in order to avoid mold and dust accumulation in your home Creating “safe spaces” inside your home. Cheryl Ciecko is an architect who specializes in helping homeowners and building professionals avoid mold exposure. Find her online at AvoidingMold or her personal page to learn more or schedule a consultation, or find her @CherylCiecko on Instagram and @CherylCieckoArchitect on YouTube! Enjoy — don’t forget to hit “Follow” and leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!  Send us your questions and comments! hello@ruanliving.com or DM on Instagram @ruanliving or @practicalnontoxicliving RESOURCES Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: Free Ruan Living newsletter D-Tox Academy Membership (enrolling now!) Shop Amazon — Curated by Ruan

This week is another quick one! Sophia and Elizabeth chat about nontoxic living in current headlines — and break down some studies for you! Specifically, they discuss how endocrine-disrupting chemicals have been linked to alterations in male reproductive organs — like lower quality and/or less sperm, smaller anogenital distance, and even smaller genitals! They also give you some quick and easy tips to start implementing today. This conversation is an excerpt from the new offering for D-Tox Academy members — which is Use the News! We are joining our D-Tox Academy community live every Thursday at 12pm, to share with our community health/wellness trends in current headlines, and break down recent health studies. It’s nontoxic living, simplified for you!  Join our free newsletter: Free Ruan Living newsletter RESOURCES Shop Amazon— Curated by Ruan D-Tox Academy Private Consult with Sophia  Books by Ruan Count Down by Dr. Shanna Swann

This week is a quick tips episode! Sophia and Elizabeth discuss recent studies making headlines about forever chemicals in fish. They break down the findings for you, discuss their favorite ways to enjoy seafood mindfully, and some easy solutions for you to implement in your grocery list!   Enjoy!  Follow, rate, and subscribe if you are enjoying this info — or go the extra mile and share it with a friend too!    RESOURCES D-Tox Academy Community — use code SPRINGCLEAN50 for 50% off your first month’s membership (offer only valid through 4/14/23)!  40-Day Home Detox Nontoxic Workbooks Shop Amazon — Curated by Ruan Free Ruan Living newsletter   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Freshwater Fish Contain Harmful Forever Chemicals EWG Map of Freshwater Fish Contamination in U.S.A. CNN — Freshwater Fish Contamination  

This week, we are joined by Theodora Scarato, Executive Director of the Environmental Health Trust. The EHT recently won a lawsuit against the FCC for not updating their wireless safety regulations according to current research. (The last time it was updated was 1996!) We discuss the EHT's work to protect our families from the known and unknown effects of wireless exposure, and compare the U.S. standards of technology use to that of other countries. Did you know that in France, cell phones come with a warning not to use against the pregnant or adolescent abdomen??  I hope you enjoy! Feel free to reach out with any questions/comments to hello@ruanliving.com or DM us @ruanliving on Instagram. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH TRUST: Join EHT's Campaign to Educate Lawmakers: https://healthytechhome.org/actions/contact-representative/ Sign up for EHT's newsletter! https://secure.everyaction.com/TMmKivg7d0iKADkk8dMoDQ2  Read the Science: https://ehtrust.org/science/top-experimental-epidemiological-studies/  Reduce Your Exposure: https://healthytechhome.org RUAN LIVING RESOURCES: Feeling empowered by this info on EMFs and want to start reducing your home's exposure? Try small habit tweaks with our FREE Digital Detox here. Or, become a member of our D-Tox Academy for its EMF Detox plus much more. Join our newsletter: Free Ruan Living newsletter Shop Amazon — Curated by RUAN.