18: Perfume to Poison: The Dangers of Fragrance and Healthier Alternatives for Your Home

Author: Arielle Bloom & Haley Heaton
Published: Mon 04 Dec 2023
Episode Link: https://thewestcoastadvantage.libsyn.com/18-perfume-to-poison-the-dangers-of-fragrance-and-healthier-alternatives-for-your-home

Join the Gym Rats in discussing how scents effect our health and how we can find healthier alternatives to purchase or to make at home. Ever wondered what ingredients are used to create the fragrance in your perfume, candles, laundry detergent, wall plugins, etc? Well Arielle and Haley break down some of the common materials found in these products, what we know about their manufacturing and their effects on our health. Between carcinogens, allergens, respiratory irritants, and others, learn how you can shop smarter and create delicious holiday scents out of natural ingredients that don't negatively impact your health and positively impact your nose!

Mentioned Resources:

EWG Skin Deep

https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

ThinkDirty

https://www.thinkdirtyapp.com/

Trash Panda

https://www.trashpandaapp.com/

Home made scents:

https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2013/06/homemade-air-fresheners.html

Make your own candles:

https://nestingwithgrace.com/easiest-way-to-make-candles-non-toxic/

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