New mothers who struggle to breastfeed turn to organic formula every year without knowing the hidden secret of the industry--there is no such thing as organic formula in the United States. And that's because each brand contains ingredients not allowable in the organic standards, which technically makes it NOT an organic food. Some are better than …
Indications of PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Found in Deodorants — Guide
Does your favorite deodorant contain indications of PFAS "forever chemicals?" PFAS “forever chemicals” are per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances used as stain-resistant, water-resistant, & oil-resistant chemicals in commerce. These chemicals are very useful, but also incredibly persistent and toxic. Mamavation was asked if any deodorants …
Castor Oil Tested For Toxic Phthalates — Guide
Where can you find the safest castor oil products with the least toxic phthalates? Mamavation sent the most popular castor oil products to an EPA-certified laboratory to test them for hormone-disrupting phthalates. You've trusted Mamavation to release studies on cooking oils, coffee, Earl Grey Teas, and deodorants, now join us for another consumer …
Safest Non-Toxic Slow Cookers — Guide of Crockpots
Where can the safest, non-toxic slow cookers be found? Mamavation has created a guide of crockpots for you to browse through when you're in the market for a slow cooker for your stews & dishes. You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like the safest cookware, safest kitchen stand mixers, and safest waffle makers. Now, join us for our …
Essential Oils Tested for Toxic Phthalates — Guide
Which brand of essential oils has the least amount of toxic phthalate contamination? Mamavation community members use lots of essential oils, so they also wanted to know which brands were the least problematic to the endocrine system. Mamavation has already released similar investigations on olive oil, coconut oil, tallow, ghee, & avocado oil …
Plastic Sandwich Bags Like Ziploc Tested for Indications of PFAS “Forever Chemicals”
Are you looking for the safest plastic sandwich bags similar to Ziploc without indication of PFAS "forever chemicals?" Mamavation sent several types of plastic sandwich bags to an EPA certified laboratory to find out which ones may be contaminated with PFAS. PFAS “forever chemicals” are per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances used as stain-resistant, …
Bras Tested for Indications of PFAS “Forever Chemicals”–Guide
Which bras give you the best support without toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS "forever chemical") exposure? Having a very good bra isn't just about support and comfort; it's also about avoiding undergarments contaminated with harmful chemicals. Safer garments and manufacturing processes mean safer coverage for your breasts. You've …
Children’s Environmental Health Scientists Suggest Chemical Standards
Twenty-five children's environmental health scientists published in the New England Journal of Medicine to announce the creation of the Consortium for Children's Environmental Health called the Institute for Preventative Health, which will make regulatory recommendations for protecting children and pregnant women from toxic chemicals. According to …
Cooking Oils Tested for Phthalates — Comprehensive Guide
Which cooking oils have the least amount of toxic phthalate contamination and safest to use to cook your home meals? This was the question we kept getting that we couldn't answer. So we decided to spend some time and money testing additional cooking oil products (olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, ghee, & tallow) for phthalates at an …
Earl Grey Teas Tested for PFAS “Forever Chemicals” — Guide
Which Earl Grey Teas do not have PFAS "forever chemicals" present inside the tea leaves? This is the question we attempted to answer when we sent the most popular Earl Grey brands inside our community to an EPA-certified laboratory to (1) have the tea leaves tested for 40 PFAS analytes and then (2) have the tea bags tested for total fluorine. …
Safest Non-Toxic Parchment Paper Without PFAS “Forever Chemicals”–Lab Reports
When you're cooking and using parchment paper, you certainly don't want to use products that contain PFAS "forever chemicals" right? Mamavation tested 8 popular brands to help you out! You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like the safest baking sheets, cookie sheets, & sheet pans, safest food processors, safest cupcake liners, & …
Safest Espresso Machines, Moka Pots & Stovetop Espresso Makers
Where can you find the safest home espresso machines & stovetop espresso makers that don't leach microplastics & PFAS "forever chemicals" into your espresso shots? Mamavation investigated the most popular brands of espresso machines, Moka pots, and stovetop espresso makers to find out what materials they were using so you can make safer …