If you’d asked me five years ago if my kitchen was “clean,” I would have said absolutely . I wiped benches daily, my sink sparkled, and the fridge was spotless. But here’s the kicker – clean doesn’t always mean safe. What I didn’t realise back then was that some of the products I used to make my kitchen sparkle were actually filling the air, my food, and even my hands with unnecessary chemicals. And they weren’t just sitting on surfaces – they were hiding in plain sight. So, if you’ve ever wondered whether your kitchen could be truly clean without the nasties, here are five chemical hotspots most people overlook (and how to swap them for safer options). 1. Under the Sink Storage That cupboard of sprays, wipes, and dish liquids is the number one chemical hotspot in most homes. Even unopened products can leach fumes over time. Swap it: Replace one high-chemical product at a time with a safer, plant-based alternative. Your lungs will thank you. 2. Plastic Chopping Boards Over...
Your home should be a place of comfort, safety, and well-being—but what if the very things we use to clean and maintain it are doing more harm than good? Many of today’s household routines involve products filled with hidden toxins, synthetic fragrances, and ingredients that leave behind residues—on our surfaces, in our air, and even on our skin. The Problem: What’s Really Lurking in Your Home? Most traditional cleaning methods rely on harsh chemicals to disinfect, degrease, or freshen. While they might smell clean, they often leave invisible traces behind. These residues can: ✔️ Build up over time and create an unhealthy indoor environment ✔️ Contribute to skin irritation, allergies, and respiratory issues ✔️ Add unnecessary waste to landfills, impacting the environment And it’s not just cleaning products—laundry routines, kitchen habits, and even the way we remove dust can all play a role in how many toxins we unknowingly bring into our homes. The Solution: A Safer Way to Clean &...