A Healthier Home

Contents
Introduction
Quick Start Guide
What is Toxic?
On Toxins and Terminology
Important Terms
Common Toxins Found in the Home
Certifications
the Living Room (and
Other Shared Spaces)
Indoor Air Quality
How to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Go Further, When Finances Allow
Walls, Furniture, Floors, and More
Walls
Furniture
Floors
Miscellaneous Materials
EMF Protection
Cleaning
Aroma
the Kitchen and Food
Food
When to Buy Organic
The Pantry
Fermented Foods and Eggs
Produce
The Freezer
Pots, Pans, and Bakeware
Stainless-Steel Pans
Cast-Iron Pans
Baking, Mixing, and Measuring
Tools and Gadgets
Cleaning Products
Simple DIY Recipes
Cleaning Tips
the Bathroom
The Big Picture
Bath and Shower Water
Cotton Products
Shower Curtains
Bath Mat
Towels and Washcloths
Cotton Hygiene Products
Feminine Hygiene Products
Toilet Paper
Personal Care Products
Hair Care
Oral Hygiene
Toothpaste
Tooth Whitening
Skin Care
How to Oil Cleanse
Simple DIY Recipes
Detox Baths
Epsom Salts Baths
Lymphatic System Care
Dry Brushing
Gua Sha
The Medicine Cabinet
First-Aid Kit
the Laundry Room
The Washing Machine
The Detergent (etc.)
Fabric Softener
Bleach
Treating Stains
the Bedroom
Everything for the Bed
Mattress
Pillows
Bedding
More than Materials
Blue Light and Electronics
Bedroom Activities
Candles
Contraceptive Options
Lube
Outside the Home
Get Outside!
Sun Protection
Insect Protection
Grounding
The Garden
Pest Control
Compost
Watering
Resources
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Dedication
Index


 

Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic and author of the best-selling book A Healthier Home, is a mother, a wife, and a dedicated teacher. After battling life-altering health issues, Shawna was determined to find long-lasting and healthy solutions rather than harmful quick-fixes. In 2013, she began her journey toward making radical health improvements through small life changes, taking her followers along for the ride. By seeking out, implementing, and sharing her life transformation, Shawna motivates her audience to support their health and healing through sustainable, realistic, and mindful lifestyle changes. Since healing her health issues and finding solace in creating a healthy home environment, Shawna is intent on sharing her story and helping those looking to live life A Little Less Toxic. Find her online at alittlelesstoxic.com.