Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition How To Reduce Toxic Exposure At Home Without Going Extreme | Dr. Darshan Shah | Be Well Moments
Dec 22, 2025
Dr. Darshan Shah, a physician specializing in functional and integrative medicine, shares practical tips on reducing household toxins. He discusses the dangers of common products like antibacterial cleaners, advocating for simple, non-toxic swaps such as a versatile cleaner concentrate. Learn how peppermint can naturally deter pests, and delve into the issue of microplastics. Darshan also emphasizes the importance of a balanced, gradual detox approach and explains how our liver effectively eliminates toxins through everyday processes.
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One Non-Toxic Cleaner For Everything
- Replace multiple scented antibacterial cleaners with one non-toxic concentrate you dilute for different surfaces.
- Avoid antibacterial cleaners and choose non-toxic brands like Branch Basics to reduce harmful exposures.
Most Toxins Come From Home Products
- Most everyday toxins enter our bodies from the home through cleaners, clothing care, and personal products.
- Simple swaps in household products can substantially lower overall toxic exposure.
Don’t Try To Kill All Household Bacteria
- Stop using antibacterial cleaning products that aim to kill all bacteria in the home.
- Wipe surfaces to remove bacteria instead of trying to sterilize and creating resistant strains.