Posts by Dr Yvonne Burkart

09 Sep

Endocrine Disruption, Food, Kids, Water

Back-to-School Gear: Hidden Toxins and 3 Easy Swaps Every Parent Can Make

• August 29, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

Back-to-school shopping is exciting, but some everyday items in your child’s backpack can secretly disrupt hormones and affect their he...

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02 Sep

Endocrine Disruption, General, Household Products, Kids, Personal Care Products

The Toxicologist’s Guide to Choosing Safer Baby Products: What Every Parent Needs to Know

• August 13, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

If you’re committed to raising your child in a low-toxin environment, you may feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice and confusing prod...

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29 Aug

Beauty, General, Hair, Personal Care Products

Minoxidil: What You Need to Know Before Using It for Hair Growth

• August 29, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

Is minoxidil the miracle hair loss solution it seems to be? Or is there more to the story, especially if you’re concerned about your he...

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26 Aug

Endocrine Disruption, Furniture, General, Household Products, Kids, Personal Care Products

Safer Baby Products: A Toxicologist’s Guide to Reducing Harmful Chemical Exposure

• August 12, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

Modern parenting means navigating confusing and sometimes misleading labels on baby products. As a toxicologist, I want to empower you ...

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19 Aug

Beauty, Endocrine Disruption, Food, General, Household Products, Kids, Water

How to Reduce Phthalate Exposure: 5 Practical Swaps for a Healthier Home

• August 12, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

Phthalates, sometimes known as “everywhere chemicals,” are found in your blood and they did not arrive there by chance. These chemicals...

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12 Aug

Endocrine Disruption, Food, General, Kids, Kitchen, Personal Care Products

5 Hidden Toxins Lurking in Your Child’s Everyday Life (and Simple Swaps That Make a Real Difference)

• July 25, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

If you’re a parent who feels like you’re doing everything right - buying organic, choosing clean brands, and reading every label - yet ...

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05 Aug

Beauty, Personal Care Products, Skin

The Real Truth About Clean Beauty: How to Protect Yourself from Greenwashing and Hidden Toxins

• July 25, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

If you care about reducing your exposure to toxins, especially in the beauty aisle, it's time to rethink what ""clean beauty"" really m...

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29 Jul

Beauty, Food, Household Products, Skin

4 Everyday Toxins That May Be Secretly Worsening Low Estrogen Symptoms (And What To Do About It)

• July 25, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

Are you feeling not quite yourself lately - maybe a bit more tired, forgetful, or moody? It’s easy to blame stress, busy schedules, or ...

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22 Jul

Detox, General, Inspiration

7 Everyday Stress Triggers Quietly Aging You (and How to Stop Them)

• July 1, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

In today’s fast-paced world, we're told that stress is just a normal part of life. But what if those familiar stressors are secretly sa...

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15 Jul

Beauty, Detox, Food, General, Household Products, Kitchen, Personal Care Products

6 Practical Ways to Reduce Everyday Toxins Linked to Breast Cancer Risk

• July 1, 2025
• By Dr Yvonne Burkart

Breast cancer rates are unexpectedly rising in younger women, even those who are health-conscious, eat clean, work out regularly, and h...

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