1. Non-Stick Cookware (Teflon) 🍳
What’s the Risk?
Non-stick cookware is a favorite in many homes because it makes cooking and cleaning easier. However, many pans have been coated with perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a chemical that the American Cancer Society has associated with kidney and testicular cancer.
When overheated, these pans may also release toxic fumes, raising long-term health concerns.
Chemical-free cleaning supplies
Preventative health screenings
What to Do Instead
Switch to safer alternatives like:
- Stainless steel (durable and non-toxic)
- Cast iron (naturally non-stick when seasoned properly)
- Ceramic-coated pans (a safer, easy-to-clean option)
2. Air Fresheners 🌬️
What’s the Risk?
That “fresh” scent from plug-in air fresheners or sprays often comes with a hidden cost. Many contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as formaldehyde and benzene, both linked to cancer in long-term studies.
Prolonged exposure may affect indoor air quality and respiratory health, especially in homes with limited ventilation.
