E85: Greenwashing Alert: Why Recycled Plastics May Be Worse for Your Health

Practical Nontoxic Living™ with Sophia Ruan Gushée

Recycled Plastic: The 'Eco-Friendly' Choice That’s Harming Your Health.

You’ve been told that choosing recycled plastic is better for the environment—but is it safe for your health? 🚨 Studies show that recycled plastics can contain even more toxic chemicals than virgin plastic, including BPA, phthalates, and hormone disruptors that compromise your endocrine system, fertility, reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes, and overall well-being.

In this episode, we uncover: ✅ The shocking truth about toxins in recycled plastics ✅ How “eco-friendly” plastic may be worse for your health ✅ Where these hidden toxins show up in your everyday life ✅ Smart swaps for safer, truly sustainable materials

If you’re passionate about detoxing your home and body and making informed choices about the products you use, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧

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Show Notes

Read podcast script: Recycled Plastic: The “Eco-Friendly” Choice That’s Harming Your Health

🔎 Resources Mentioned:

Select links to scientific studies on toxins in recycled plastic:

• "Safety of recycled plastics and textiles: Review on the detection, identification and safety assessment of contaminants" (Chemosphere, 2023)
• "Forever Toxic: The science on health threats from plastic recycling" (Greenpeace, 2023)

• A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures for a deep dive into toxicity from your household items and daily routines.

• 40-Day Home Detox to eliminate six basic Household Repeat Offenders, including plastics.

💡 Take the Next Step: 🚫 Ready to ditch hidden toxins?

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