Pt. 1- I do NOT🚫buy any products with this in it🚮
I have several non-negotiable ingredients that will immediately make me put an item back on the shelf if I see it listed on the label. This is one of the most avoided chemicals in my household.🙅🏽♀️
PLEASE make sure you are always reading the ingredient labels before you decide to purchase anything. BHT and other toxic chemicals are sneaked into everyday products and processed foods, negatively impacting our health in ways we do and do not know about‼️
I began a journey to cut down my exposure to unnecessary toxic chemicals several years ago, just by familiarizing myself with the ingredients that make up everything we consume on a daily basis. I have truly been appalled at the chemicals that are legal in the US and the potential damage my body has undergone due to exposure to toxic chemicals throughout my life time🫢
Tools like the Yuka App and Think Dirty, are great resources to start with, especially when you are shopping and want to see a quick overview of the ingredients in a product you are interested in. However, these apps are not perfect and we cannot rely on them. Doing your own research is important, always fact check and find your own sources, to make sure you have your own understanding of the chemicals you are consuming.
A good rule of thumb👍🏽
When reading ingredient labels, if you cannot pronounce the ingredient- you need to do more research before you consider it safe. If you have no clue what an ingredient is or why it’s in a product, do your research before purchasing.
Clean brand companies will state, whether on their products or website, what ingredients they use and why they use them!
Familiarizing yourself with ingredients like BHT and others, will help you determine what is safe for you and your family. Eventually you will be able to read ingredient labels and quickly determine if a product is worth purchasing, without even having to use the Yuka App or others like it.♥️
Follow long for more of my avoid at all cost ingredients and other ways I try to live a healthier, cleaner lifestyle.🩷
Here are my sources if you’d like to check them out 👇🏽☺️
https://www.safecosmetics.org/chemicals/butylated-compounds/
https://davidsuzuki.org/living-green/dirty-dozen-bha-bht/
https://millionmarker.com/pages/the-science-chemical-glossary-bht#:~:text=Health%20Impacts%20of%20BHT%20Products&text=As%20an%20endocrine%20disruptor%2C%20it,in%20potassium%20levels%20%5B5%5D
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Understanding the importance of ingredient transparency can drastically improve your health choices. BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) is a chemical preservative widely used in cosmetics and food products but is banned in the European Union due to its endocrine-disrupting properties. This means it can interfere with hormone balance, potentially affecting fertility and other hormonal functions. To mitigate risks, familiarize yourself with ingredient labels and prioritize products with clean, recognizable components. Utilize apps like Yuka and Think Dirty as starting points, but always conduct your own research. Look for cleaner brands that openly disclose their ingredient sourcing and rationale, ensuring that what you buy is safe for your family. Learning and understanding the implications of chemical exposure is key to making empowered choices for a healthier lifestyle. By adopting a keen eye for labels and committing to avoiding harmful substances, you can confidently navigate product selections, leading to a better overall well-being for yourself and your loved ones. Additionally, engagement in communities centered around healthy lifestyles can provide support and further resources in your journey. Sharing experiences and tips can inspire others to reflect on their consumption habits, promoting a collective movement toward safer and better choices. Don't hesitate to continue educating yourself on various chemicals and their impacts; the more informed you are, the healthier your lifestyle can become.