New York has moved to ban potassium bromate, a synthetic dough conditioner that much of the world abandoned decades ago. Here is what the additive is, how it is made, why it raises health concerns, and what the new ban means for shoppers and bakers.

Chemical sunscreen brands have come under fire recently because of the inclusion of toxic chemicals that soak into your skin and are linked to an increased risk of cancers. Learn the top sunscreen brands I recommend that are cleaner, and how to make your own super clean sunscreen at home using my recipe!

A viral headline claims sunscreen "causes" skin cancer. Here's what the 470,000-person study actually found, what it can't tell us yet, and the sun-exposure research that rarely makes the news.

Nickel allergy is the most common contact allergy, and for sensitized people it can reach far beyond the skin into the gut, the microbiome, and possibly the thyroid. This guide covers the links to eczema, IBS and IBD, inflammation, hormones, and cancer, where nickel hides from cheap jewelry and 18/10 cookware to braces and high-nickel foods, what Ray Peat taught about nickel and pans, and practical ways to lower your exposure.

Newer homes grow mold more easily than old ones, and the reason is hiding in the walls. Here is which building materials feed mold, which resist it, and how to protect your family and pets.

Most pitcher filters don't touch fluoride, aluminum, or PFAS. Here's an honest 2026 comparison of the top reverse osmosis and gravity filters from a clinical herbalist who has used them — including my personal APEC setup, why remineralization matters, and where Berkey actually makes sense.

A clinical herbalist's research-backed guide to plant-based tick repellents, why DEET and permethrin have concerns worth knowing, a DIY recipe, and honest caveats about essential oil safety.

A May 2nd chemical spill in Fort Smith dumped roughly 80,000 gallons of acidified aluminum sulfate into a creek. The story under the story is where else this chemical quietly shows up: your tap water, factory chicken operations, and firefighting foams. Here is what the research says, and which herbs actually help reduce body burden.

A solar panel manufacturing plant in York County, SC — just yards from Flint Hill Elementary — spilled 1,530 gallons of potassium hydroxide and leaked hydrofluoric acid for weeks, forcing a two-day school closure and a state-ordered shutdown. Here's what happened and what chemicals are involved.

Most Americans have no idea how many insect-derived ingredients are lurking in their everyday food. From the red dye in your yogurt to the shiny coating on your candy, bugs are far more common in the food supply than you might think. Here is everything you need to know to identify them on ingredient labels and make informed choices.

The essential oil industry is built on trademarked myths and unsustainable practices. Learn about the hidden risks of endocrine disruption, the environmental cost of production, and why whole herbs are the safer choice for your home and health.

The "Other Ingredients" list on your supplement bottle might be more important than the active ones. From DNA-damaging whiteners to gut-irritating fillers, many common additives are restricted in the EU but common in the US. Learn why the "low dose" argument fails and how to switch to truly clean, Ivy-approved supplements.

Apeel/Organipeel is a produce coating regulated as a pesticide, with most of its formulation undisclosed and a layer that doesn’t wash off easily. This article reviews the safety file, ingredient sourcing, nutrient-loss concerns, and lists grocery stores in the US that don’t sell Apeel coated produce.

Not all cooking oils are created equal. This guide ranks the best low-PUFA, heat-stable fats for cooking and explains why many seed oils oxidize and inflame. Plus: safe, non-diet ways to use up seed oils you already own,without eating or applying them to your body.

PFAS contamination is now a nationwide issue, but avoiding these “forever chemicals” isn’t impossible. This guide breaks down the latest findings and offers practical steps—from water filters to fiber-rich foods—to help protect your health.

Are you aware that most commercial period product brands include toxic chemicals that have been shown in studies to be detrimental to your health? With reproductive health issues and cancers on the rise, it’s time to take responsibility for your health and vote with your dollars for safer menstrual products for your monthly bleed.

Diquat—the “glyphosate-free” herbicide now appearing in Roundup—can devastate gut bacteria, damage organs, and may be 20+ times more toxic than its predecessor. Explore why America’s heavy pesticide use aligns with the world’s highest chronic-disease burden and how urgent regenerative farming offers a way out.

The average woman is exposed to more than 168 chemicals via her personal care products. Many of these chemicals are banned in other developed nations and are linked to detrimental health effects. Being informed about what you’re applying on your body is super important to preventing health issues.

Did you know that exposure to synthetic fragrance is similarly damaging to our health as being exposed to second-hand smoke? It’s true! Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are incredibly damaging to sensitive individuals, and even are emitted by essential oils. Learn about the health risks here!