As more and more probiotics come on to the market, we've been paying attention to what specific bacterial strains and species they are using. Why? Well, as more and more research comes out, the more we know about what specific strains do. Now with advertisers claiming probiotics cure everything from IBS to Autism, which of these claims are backed …
“Safe” vs. Unsafe Plastics–Which Plastic Should Moms Choose?
Plastic is everywhere and keeping up with which plastics are safe can get confusing. So which plastics are safe and unsafe for moms to use around the family? You've trusted Mamavation to cover topics like best & worst air purifiers, best & worst organic mattresses, & best & worst infrared saunas, now join us for the differences …
Safest Non-Toxic Disinfectant Cleaners Recommended by Both EPA & Mamavation
When it comes to cleaning, people are being exposed to chemicals linked to cancer and hormone disruption more than ever before. Is there a happy medium that combines safer cleaning products that are also effective in cleaning viruses and bacteria in your home? Yes. You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like best & worst cookware, best …
Best & Worst Non-Toxic Infrared Saunas, Portable Infrared Saunas, & Infrared Blankets 2021
Determining which infrared sauna is right for you can get very confusing. When you are talking about such a high pricetag for a machine, mistakes can become very expensive. So which ones are the best? You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like best & worst air purifiers, best & worst organic mattresses, and best & worst …
Best & Worst Space Heaters for Indoor Air Quality
As the weather gets colder and colder, have you been wondering which types of space heaters are best for your indoor air? Even if that is far from your mind, it's been on ours and we'd love to share that with you! You've trusted Mamavation to bring you indoor air quality topics like best & worst air purifiers, best & worst candles, and best …
Best & Worst Non-Toxic Candles 2020
Before you light that candle, consider if you want the air inside your home to resemble the air around a combustion engine. Cause that's exactly what studies say conventional candles can do to your inside air. Want to buy better brands to improve your indoor air quality? We can help! You've trusted Mamavation to bring you air quality topics like …
BUSTED: Probiotic Myths & Truths–Have You Been Duped?
Probiotics are everywhere nowdays. And it understandable why--one of the most important discoveries of our generation is the human microbiome, a network of trillions of bacteria that are contained within our body. And this network of bacteria within our body is massive. But what is real and what is hype in terms of marketing probiotics? You've …
9 Reasons Why You Need a Bidet and Not More Toilet Paper
Things are a little nuts now, I know. You may be going to the grocery store and seeing zero toilet paper on the shelves and having to go to three different stores to get it. You may be thinking about rationing toilet paper and using less than you have been. But what if I told you that toilet paper was a really bad idea in the first place? The …
Best & Worst Christmas Trees, Artificial & Live
The holiday season is upon us, which means it time to get your decorations up! Just like with other products, Christmas trees can bring unintended contaminants into your home. So which trees, plastic or alive, are the safest for the air quality in your home? You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like our 2020 non-toxic gift guide, best …
2020 Green, Natural & Non-Toxic Holiday Gift Giving Guide
The holidays for 2020 are coming! Do you need some ideas for perfect natural, non-toxic, and green-living gifts for friends & family? We're here to help! You've trusted Mamamation to bring you topics like best & worst air purifiers, best & worst cookware, & best & worst organic mattresses, now join us as we bring you our 2020 …
DDT–Why I’m Keeping My Backyard Chickens But Throwing All My Eggs Out
Backyard chickens are all the rage, but there are some situations that can arise making their eggs less desirable to eat. Finding persistent banned pesticide DDT breaking down in your soil and inside your backyard eggs would be an example of that. So how do you go about finding out if your land is contaminated with toxic persistent pesticides AND …
Best & Worst Shower Head Filters for Ridding Water of Toxins 2020
When you start to take your water quality seriously, you'll end up wanting to use a water filter it because most water districts have at least some contaminants above the public health goal. That doesn't necessarily mean anything illegal is happening, but it means you could be putting some family members at risk if they have a sensitive …