Low-Tox Living: Simple Swaps for a Healthier Home
At Breathe Chiropractic, we believe your body is designed to heal, adapt, and thrive when given the right environment. But here’s the catch: the space we live in and the products we use every day can either support that innate ability…or quietly work against it.
This month’s theme is low toxicity living—and before you picture yourself weaving hemp clothes and churning homemade soap, don’t worry. We’re talking about simple, realistic changes that reduce the toxic load in your home.
1. Plastics: Time to Break Up?
If your plastic containers are older than your kids, or possibly older than you? it’s time to let them go. Plastics can leach chemicals into your food, especially when microwaved. Instead, switch to glass or stainless-steel containers.
Not only are they safer, but you’ll feel instantly more sophisticated pulling out leftovers in glass. (Pro tip: you can even see what’s inside without playing “guess that lasagna.”)
2. Cookware That Cares
That trusty non-stick frypan may actually be sticking more to you than your eggs. Many non stick coatings release harmful fumes when overheated. Swap them out for cast iron, stainless steel, or ceramic cookware.
Yes, cast iron is heavy. But think of it as strength training before dinner it’s like biceps with a side of stir-fry.
3. Cleaning, Without the Chemistry Lab
Ever noticed how some cleaning products come with labels that sound like they belong in a sci-fi movie? (“Corrosive. Toxic. May cause eye damage.”) If it needs a hazmat suit, maybe it doesn’t belong in your kitchen.
Instead, use natural cleaners like vinegar, bicarb, and a few drops of essential oils. They’re simple, safe, and they won’t knock you out with chemical fumes.
4. Ditch Disposable Bottles
Single-use plastic bottles are not only wasteful but also contribute to your body’s toxic burden. Investing in a reusable glass or stainless-steel water bottle is a simple win for your health and the planet.
5. Keep It Simple and Sustainable
Low-tox living doesn’t mean tossing everything out and starting again. It’s about small, sustainable swaps that reduce stress on your body and nervous system. Every little change matters, and it all adds up to creating an environment where your body can thrive—naturally.
Final Thought
Think of low-tox living as “chiropractic for your home.” By clearing out the unnecessary stressors, you create more space for your body (and your family) to feel and function at their best.
So, say goodbye to that stack of mismatched plastic lids, welcome in a few safer swaps, and enjoy the lighter, fresher vibe of a healthier home.
Your body will thank you. Your leftovers will too.