Do You Know Where Toxins are Hiding in Your Daily Life?
It’s no secret, free radicals and toxins are in our daily environment. Coming in contact with them is inevitable, but we can minimize the effects of free radicals and toxins if we're aware of how they occupy our personal and environmental space. Shampoo, body washes, lotions, make-up, and cleaning products are a few items that are found in the home that introduce toxins and free radicals daily. Products like Febreze, Airwicks, Lysol...even laundry detergent carries hidden toxins we might not expect. Some Toxins, and How They Affect our Bodies? DMDM Hydantoin and Urea (Imidazolidinyl), are two commonly found toxins in hygiene products. Both of these products release formaldehyde which can be found in more than beauty and personal hygiene products. Being exposed can cause unwanted, and uncomfortable side effects like: Headaches Depression Chronic fatigue Chest pain Joint pain Cancer Dizziness and insomnia. Formaldehyde is a known neurotoxin that's definitely something I don't want in or on my body! These toxins aren't exclusive to adult products, these two ingredients can be found in many popular brands of baby wipes also. I know you're with me when I say, how is this even allowed? DMDM Hydantoin and Urea (Imidazolidinyl) aren't the only toxins present in our daily products. Phthalate, a chemical that is a known hormone disruptor is found in a variety of household products. It is believed that the average person is contaminated by phthalates at least three times a day! That's three square meals of toxins a day ya'll!
This is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Let's move over to cosmetics, and skin care products. Did you know here in the USA, there has not been a regulatory law passed on cosmetics since 1938? Did you also know there are approximately 80,000 different ingredients found in skin care products, including:
carcinogens
pesticides
reproductive toxins and hormone disruptors
Studies have shown roughly 89% of the personal care products on the market have not been evaluated for safety.
I could spend days even weeks talking about the list of items that introduce free radicals and toxins into our bodies. Perfumes and cologne, scented candles... our mattresses! Yep, we're introducing toxins into our bodes even while we sleep.
Our skin, is the largest organ our body has. Free radicals and toxins are getting in our bodies by ingestion, they're also being absorbed through our skin.
What Goes in Must Come Out!
Ya'll our bodies are non-stop powerhouses! We're made up of organs and cells that fight free radicals and toxins. In a healthy body, if they're introduced we push them right back out. Our skin, liver, kidneys, lymphatic system... help rid our bodies of unwanted, unnatural toxins. But, when we get over loaded with toxins and free radicals from poor diet, stress, infection, environmental free radicals, we begin to experience the side effects.
Keeping our body strong, eliminating and minimizing these toxins helps our body remove toxins when they're introduced. Let's face it we can't live in a bubble. But, we can do the next best thing! Create a bubble of health in and around our bodies.
Naturally detoxing the body is easier than you think. Start by using natural "clean" body, skin and household products with ingredients you can actually pronounce without having to consult with Google or Siri. The smaller the ingredient list, the better. Natural and organic foods are our front line of defense against becoming overloaded by toxins.
Foods like:
Chlorella • Spirulina • Turmeric • Ginger • Leafy Greens • Apples • Beets
All of these foods aid in detoxifying and strengthening the body by strengthening the immune system, and providing vital fiber, vitamins and minerals. Keeping your body hydrated with plenty of water helps your body flush out toxins. If you want an extra push ginger, water is amazing for releasing toxins in the body. Daily exercise that keeps you feeling good and allows you to sweat is fabulous at helping the body kick out unwanted toxins.
Pulling it all together is reducing stress levels, and just enjoying every day! A happy body includes "Mind, Body and Soul!" Our body takes care of us 24/7, 365 days a year without skipping a beat. Buy giving ourselves the healthiest life possible, we're creating and establishing one awesome, detoxifying, anti-toxin self care routine.
That's why Beach Body products like Shakeology and Ultimate Reset 21 Day Detox are amazing to have in your life!
Shakeology contains countless ingredients that build our immune system, and support a general daily healthy system. Ingredients that help the body fight against free radicals, while putting back vital nutrients, with digestive enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, adaptogens, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. These shakes pack a powerful punch when it comes to giving a super boost to the body's health and wellness. They taste phenomenal too! Did I mention Salted Caramel Shakeology is going to be available June 23rd?
The Ultimate Reset 21 Day Detox is a cleanse that resets your body for maximum performance and health. This program helps your body get rid of free radical toxins and put back Cellular nutrients, Metabolic enzymes, Essential minerals, Pre- and probiotics. It gives your body the complete nourishment it's been craving, and reminds it what it needs to do to help you function better afterward.
In a world full of toxic products and free radicals, it's good to know there are products made with your health in mind.
Hey there! I’m Jamie. Roots & Wings Wellness is the evolution of my OWN journey in health and healing the last decade. Roots to ground and guide and remind us of the strength, resilience and flexibility we hold within. Wings to FLY and soar to new heights. Dream and grow and explore. I believe that we need BOTH in life to truly reach that “place” …that confluence of health, success and purpose driven living.
Jamie Sheppard
Roots & Wings Wellness
Wellness Tips from Jamie
Clean, raw, nutrient rich foods are an important part of keeping your body running at optimum performance. Try fruits with low glycemic index to ensure your body processes the nutrients over a long period of time. Eat dark leafy greens and vegetables for important minerals and vitamins.
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