Starting Your Nontoxic Journey? Start With These 3 Things

 You may be asking yourself, “I want to live more nontoxic, but where do I even begin?”

And honestly, I get it — starting this kind of journey can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know where to begin. But the good news is, making a few simple swaps can have a big  impact on your hormones, energy, and overall health — without turning your life upside down.

When we reduce our exposure to environmental toxins — especially those that act as endocrine disruptors — our bodies can finally breathe a little easier. Hormones regulate everything from mood and sleep to metabolism and fertility, so supporting them with a cleaner environment can truly change the way you feel day to day.

If I were starting my nontoxic journey today, these are the three swaps I’d begin with to lower my toxic load, support hormone balance, and make my home feel calm, clean, and alive again.

1. Drink Filtered Water — Real Filtration Matters

Your water is one of your most consistent sources of exposure — and one of the easiest places to start. Tap water can contain chlorine, fluoride, heavy metals, PFAS, and even trace pharmaceuticals, all of which can stress your liver and endocrine system over time.

That’s why I recommend investing in a reverse osmosis water system — it’s one of the most effective ways to remove contaminants and lower your toxic load. Systems like the Clearly Filtered reverse osmosis pitcher, the Clearly Filtered water bottle, or the AquaTru home filtration system use advanced multi-stage filtration to remove hundreds of harmful chemicals while keeping essential minerals your body needs.

Clean, filtered water supports every cell in your body — including your hormone-producing glands — and can make a noticeable difference in energy, digestion, and even skin clarity.

 2. Ditch All Nonstick Items in Your Kitchen — Yes, All of Them

Nonstick coatings aren’t just on pans — they’re on pots, air fryer baskets, crock pots, slow cookers, bakeware, and even some utensils. Most of these items contain PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” which are linked to hormone disruption, thyroid issues, and immune system problems.

When heated or scratched, these coatings can release toxic particles that build up in your body and interfere with your hormone balance over time.

That’s why I recommend getting rid of all your nonstick cookware and kitchen tools. Instead, switch to safer, long-lasting alternatives like cast iron and stainless steel.

If you want to learn more about the safest cookware options I recommend, check out my Nontoxic Cookware page.

By replacing every nonstick item in your kitchen with these clean materials, you dramatically reduce your exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals and create a healthier cooking environment.

 3. Say Goodbye to Plastic (Especially When Heated)

One of the most impactful things you can do for hormone health is to stop heating or storing food in plastic. Plastics contain chemicals that can mimic estrogen and disrupt your body’s natural balance — especially when exposed to heat from microwaves or dishwashers. Instead: store leftovers in glass or stainless steel containers and use beeswax wraps instead of plastic wrap

 

For coffee lovers, it’s also important to choose coffee and espresso makers that avoid microplastics and toxic materials. You can explore my favorite clean options on my Coffee & Espresso Makers page and learn more about avoiding microplastics in coffee makers in my detailed blog post here.

It’s a small habit shift that adds up quickly — especially since food contact is one of the main ways we absorb endocrine-disrupting compounds every single day.

Shop My Recommendations:

• Ziruma Non-Toxic Mixing Bowls with Lids Set, Stainless Steel & Glass, 5 Pcs Plastic Free Bowls with Silicone Non-Slip Base, Dishwasher Safe Mixing Bowl Set

• Urban Green Glass Food Storage Containers with Glass Lids, Microwave Safe Food Container Set, Airtight Food Container Set, LeakProof, 100% Plastic Free

• COWBOY SPATULA Mesquite Wood Spatula – Original Handmade in Texas finished with coconut oil

• Beeswax Food Wraps Set – Reusable, Sustainable Alternative to Plastic Wraps

 Final Thoughts

You don’t have to do it all at once. The biggest transformation happens when you start small and stay consistent.

Each time you swap out something that contains toxins for a cleaner, safer option, you’re sending your body a powerful message.

Your hormones thrive on safety and balance — and every simple change helps create that foundation.

So start with these three, celebrate the progress, and remember: feeling better begins at home.