If you’ve spent any time in the wellness world, you’ve probably heard a lot about “toxins.” From food and cleaning products to cookware and cosmetics, it can start to feel like everything around us needs to be replaced. The truth? A healthier lifestyle doesn’t require perfection—or panic. Small, intentional changes can make a meaningful difference without overwhelming your life.
Let’s break down what’s actually worth changing—and what you can let go of.
What’s Worth Changing
1. What You Eat Most Often
Instead of overhauling your entire diet, focus on the foods you eat daily. Choosing whole, minimally processed foods and washing produce well can reduce exposure to unnecessary additives. When possible, prioritize organic options for foods known to carry higher pesticide residue.
2. Cleaning Products You Use Regularly
Your home doesn’t need to smell like chemicals to be clean. Swapping out frequently used cleaners—like all-purpose sprays, dish soap, or laundry detergent—for gentler options can significantly reduce chemical exposure, especially in winter when homes are closed up. (see our blog: Clean Home, Clear Body from May 6, 2025)
3. Food Storage & Cookware
Heating food in plastic can increase chemical leaching. Switching to glass containers and using stainless steel or cast-iron cookware are simple, one-time changes that pay off long term.
What’s Not Worth Stressing Over
1. Perfection
You don’t need to replace everything overnight. Stress itself is toxic to the body. Focus on progress, not purity.
2. One-Time Exposures
Occasional convenience foods, takeout containers, or non-organic produce won’t derail your health. Your body is designed to detox naturally when supported with good nutrition, hydration, and sleep.
3. Trends That Create Fear
If a product change causes anxiety, guilt, or overwhelm, it’s likely not serving your wellness. Sustainable health should feel supportive—not restrictive.
Reducing toxins isn’t about living in a bubble—it’s about making thoughtful, realistic choices that fit your lifestyle. Focus on what you can control, change things gradually, and trust your body’s ability to adapt and heal.
At Domier Chiropractic, we believe true wellness comes from balance—not extremes. Supporting your body with good habits, quality care, and reduced stress helps it function at its best every day.
Brittany Domier
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