Comprehensive Guide to Hidden Toxins in Your Home and Food

At Spacemilk, we believe the future of health starts with what you remove — and what you replace. Cutting hidden toxins from your home and diet is step one. Step two? Fuel your body with clean, next-generation nutrition designed for peak performance in a toxic world. That’s why Spacemilk was formulated — a pure, science-forward protein built for modern wellness warriors who demand more from every ingredient.

Introduction 

Our homes and the food we eat are filled with hidden toxins that pose serious health risks. This guide identifies the most common toxins, their potential impacts on health, safer alternatives, and trusted brands to help you make healthier choices for you and your family. 

Category: Cleaning Product

Examples of Toxic Items

Bleach, ammonia-based cleaners, air fresheners with phthalates, harsh chemical disinfectants 

Health Risks

Cancer, hormone disruption, respiratory issues 

Safer Alternatives

Vinegar and baking soda cleaners, plant-based disinfectants, essential oil sprays 

Clean Brands 

• Branch Basics: Plant- and mineral-based, multipurpose cleaners 

• ECOS: Non-toxic, biodegradable, and certified by Safer Choice

• Seventh Generation: Fragrance-free and plant-based options 

Category: Mattresses

Examples of Toxic Items 

Memory foam mattresses with VOCs, flame-retardant treated mattresses 

Health Risks

Hormonal imbalances, respiratory irritation 

Safer Alternatives

Natural latex or organic cotton mattresses, untreated bedding 

Clean Brands 

• Avocado Green Mattress: GOTS-certified organic materials 

• Naturepedic: Organic cotton and natural latex mattresses

• Happsy: Non-toxic, organic-certified, and affordable 

Category: Kitchen Items

Examples of Toxic Items

Non-stick cookware with PFAS, aluminum foil, BPA-lined cans 

Health Risks

Cancer, endocrine disruption, neurological issues 

Safer Alternatives

Cast iron or stainless steel cookware, glass storage containers 

Clean Brands

• Lodge: Affordable, high-quality cast iron cookware 

• Caraway: Non-toxic ceramic cookware 

• Pyrex: Glass storage containers 

Category: Clothing

Examples of Toxic Items

Synthetic fabrics, wrinkle-resistant clothing, chemically dyed fabrics 

Health Risks 

Skin irritation, hormonal disruption, cancer 

Safer Alternatives

Organic cotton or bamboo fabrics, avoid wrinkle-resistant treatments 

Clean Brands 

• Pact: Organic cotton clothing for adults and kids 

• Boody: Sustainable bamboo-based clothing

• Eileen Fisher: Organic and sustainable fabrics

Category: Furniture

Examples of Toxic Items

Formaldehyde-treated furniture, flame-retardant treated couches 

Health Risks

Respiratory irritation, immune system stress, cancer 

Safer Alternatives 

Solid wood furniture, flame-retardant-free options 

Clean Brands 

• Thuma: Solid wood, formaldehyde-free furniture 

• Medley: Non-toxic couches and chairs made with natural materials 

• Savvy Rest: Eco-friendly, chemical-free furniture 

Category: Personal Care Products

Examples of Toxic Items

Exfoliators with microbeads, synthetic fragrances, chemical sunscreens 

Health Risks

Skin irritation, reproductive toxicity, hormonal imbalance 

Safer Alternatives

Natural exfoliants, fragrance-free products, mineral-based sunscreens 

Clean Brands

• Native: Clean deodorants and body care 

• ThinkSport: Mineral-based sunscreens 

• Dr. Bronner’s: Natural soaps and scrubs 

Category: Food Contamination

Examples of Toxic Items

Pesticide-laden produce, antibiotic-treated meat, heavy metal contamination in fish 

Health Risks

Cancer, hormone disruption, immune system compromise 

Safer Alternatives

Organic produce, wild-caught fish, grass-fed meat 

Clean Brands

• Thrive Market: Organic and clean grocery options 

• Vital Choice: Sustainably sourced wild seafood 

• ButcherBox: Grass-fed, antibiotic-free meat 

Category: Water Supply

Examples of Toxic Items

Chlorinated water, water with lead or PFAS contamination 

Health Risks

Endocrine disruption, developmental issues, cancer risk 

Safer Alternatives

Install a water filter (e.g., reverse osmosis), test water quality 

Clean Brands

• Berkey: High-quality water filtration systems 

• Aquasana: Affordable and effective water filters 

• Hydroviv: Custom water filters based on local water reports 

Category: Air Fresheners

Examples of Toxic Items

Plug-in air fresheners, sprays with synthetic fragrances 

Health Risks

Respiratory issues, hormone disruption, cancer risk 

Safer Alternatives

Use natural odor absorbers like baking soda, ventilation 

Clean Brands

• Paddywax: Soy candles with natural scents 

• Aura Cacia: Essential oils for natural air freshening 

• Grow Fragrance: Plant-based, toxin-free air fresheners 

Category: Pesticides

Examples of Toxic Items

Household insecticides, weed killers, flea and tick treatments 

Health Risks

Neurological issues, hormonal disruption, immune suppression 

Safer Alternatives

Use natural pest control methods like diatomaceous earth, non-toxic insect traps, or essential oil-based bug sprays.