There’s no way around it. every day we are exposed to thousands of chemicals. In the United States, there are over 80,000 chemicals that are being commonly used, that have never been tested for their effect on the environment and our health.

Many of these chemicals are known carcinogens and have adverse effects on our hormone levels as well as the health of our cells. Regulations for these chemicals is seriously sub-par in the United States. They are under-regulated and companies take advantage of this by producing more products that contain these harmful chemicals.

Detox Your Life

Luckily, there are measures you can take in your daily life to reduce the reach these chemicals have. Here is a list of the top 10 sources of toxins, and how to remove them from your life.

Cleaning Products

Almost all conventional cleaning products on the shelves contain known toxins, like ammonia and formaldehyde, and they are still being sold every day. Even after countless studies into the negative effects these products can have on our health, they are still being produced and distributed to the public.

Luckily, there are companies that take our health into account and have created cleaning products that don’t rely on the use of toxic chemicals. They are just as effective and better for your health. You can also make your own cleaning products out of natural, whole ingredients.

Processed Food

Up to 70% of the average American diet comes from overly processed foods. These are foods that are full of preservatives and additives like high fructose corn syrup, monosodium glutamate (MSG), and more. Besides being very bad for your health and being linked to chronic diseases, these foods can also be addicting, making it harder to stop eating them.

As the consumer, we have the control. Choosing whole fruits and vegetables over processed foods, we cut out all the additives that hurt our bodies and supply ourselves with the proper nutrients we need.

Conventional Foods

There are two issues with conventional foods. They are laden with chemical pesticides and they are often genetically modified. The pesticides that these foods are sprayed with can end up directly into our bodies, and the consumption of GMOs can be detrimental to our health over time.

The best way to avoid these health problems is to choose organic foods. Buy buying organic, you avoid pesticides and GMOs, as well as supporting local farmers.

Makeup

Like cleaning products, make up contains harmful toxins that aren’t strictly regulated by the government. What people need to realize is that what goes on your skin, goes in your skin and these toxins can end up in your body. This can lead to poor health quickly, as most women put makeup on every day.

To prevent harming your body, you can do a little research and easily find products that don’t present a risk to your health, or even how to make your own makeup products from natural ingredients.

Personal Hygiene Products

These range from soap and shampoo to feminine products, and are laden with toxic chemicals. These are again applied directly to our skin and the toxins they contain pass through it and into our bodies. These toxins have been known to lead to chronic diseases but they are still being widely consumed.

People are taking notice about what happens to their bodies with conventional products however. There are companies creating products that do not hurt our health, and there are options for making some of your own, safe, hygiene products.

Furniture

Most furniture in American homes are laden with toxic chemicals, and you wouldn’t even know it. They are often sprayed with extremely toxic fire retardant chemicals that are totally unnecessary now.

With research, you can find products that are every bit as functional and stylish, without having to risk opening up your home to dangerous toxins.

Water

The most important thing we can put in our bodies, as we are mostly made of water, can also be one of the most dangerous. The majority of water supplies in America are pumped with the chemicals flouride and chlorine, which have been shown to be detrimental to our health.

We can easily filter our water at home with products that are easy to find. But be aware that some of the most common home water filters still don’t filter out these chemicals, so do a little research to make sure you’re getting the most for your money.

Sweat

Sweat is one of the ways your body rids itself of toxins that have been absorbed throughout the day. It is important to sweat daily to detoxify yourself and keep your body healthy. You don’t need to go for 5-mile runs everyday however, even just sitting in a sauna, doing some yoga, or playing with your children can do wonders for your health.

Dry Brushing

This is a great ayurvedic technique to help rid your body of toxins. By using a dry brush to brush your skin, you remove the top layer of dead skin cells. As we have just discussed, your skin controls the flow of toxins in and out of your body, so when they are excreted, brushing them away naturally is best.

Cleansing

One of the simplest, most effective ways to rid your body of toxins, and people often overlook it. There are many different cleanses you can do to reboot your system and get it running at it’s optimal efficiency. It also allows you to take a step back and see what kinds of foods you are putting into your body and how they affect you.

By following these steps every day, you will begin to notice how many toxins are around you in your daily life. Take the proper steps to ensure that you and your family are safe from these disease-causing entities that are all around us.

SOURCE: http://www.collective-evolution.com/2015/10/26/how-to-detox-your-life-in-10-simple-steps/