Seek using safer alternatives to toxic pesticides in and around the house: www.beyondpesticides.org

Choose organic produce when possible and learn about the “Clean 15” and “Dirty Dozen”: http://www.ewg.org/foodnews/summary.php

Choose storing food and beverages in stainless steel and glass containers instead of plastic

Look for fabric or hemp shower curtains instead of plastic ones.

Keep sales receipts, which may contain BPA, to a minimum in your pockets or pocketbook.

Choose cosmetics that don’t contain parabens, triclosan and artificial fragrance. (phthalates) Also avoid cosmetics using “nanotechnology”. http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ –Download EWG’s Cosmetic App!

Avoid using non-stick pans which contain the carcinogen “PFOA”.

Purchase household cleaners that are non-toxic, and don’t contain warning labels that says: “Danger” or “Poison” or “Warning”: http://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners

Make your own less toxic cleaners with vinegar, borax, lemon juice, hydrogen peroxide.

Avoid chemical air fresheners since they may contain formaldehyde, phthalates and other toxic chemicals. Use products with essential oils instead.

Avoid sunscreens with “Oxybenzone”, a hormone disruptor and skin allergen. Instead look for active ingredients with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide,or avobenzone (3%) http://www.ewg.org/2014sunscreen/

Avoid second-hand smoke and foods that are char-broiled or char-grilled