The Dirtiest And Cleanest Laundry Detergents | #324

Heal Thy Self with Dr. G

Heal Thy Self

Health & Fitness, Alternative Health

5 • 1.5K Ratings

🗓️ 28 October 2024

⏱️ 23 minutes

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In this video, Dr. G reveals the “dirtiest” and “cleanest” laundry detergents, helping you identify products that may contain harmful chemicals and toxic additives versus those that are safe and non-toxic. Learn which detergents protect your family’s health and the environment, and find out how to make cleaner choices for your laundry routine. #laundry #wellness #chemical === Thank You To Our Sponsor! Puori Click here https://puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off the already discounted subscription prices. === Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction: Is Your Laundry Detergent Toxic or Clean? 00:00:41 - Personal Experience with Conventional Detergents 00:02:01 - Overview of the Investigation into Laundry Detergents 00:03:11 - Importance of Understanding Laundry Detergent Ingredients 00:03:32 - The Problem with Phthalates in Laundry Detergents 00:05:01 - Phthalates and Their Impact on Health 00:07:21 - Carcinogens Found in Laundry Detergents 00:09:00 - Volatile Organic Compounds and Their Effects 00:10:01 - Antibacterial Agents and Their Risks 00:10:43 - Understanding Skin and Respiratory Issues Related to Laundry Detergents 00:11:05 - The Impact of Microplastics from Laundry Detergents 00:11:21 - Hormonal Disruption and Environmental Concerns 00:11:38 - The Importance of Environmental Responsibility 00:12:04 - The Problem of Greenwashing in Laundry Products 00:12:25 - Vague Claims and Lack of Certifications 00:12:39 - Misleading Terms: Natural and Non-Toxic 00:12:56 - Understanding Biodegradable and Plant-Based Claims 00:13:27 - The Issue with False Certifications 00:14:25 - The Need for Ingredient Transparency 00:15:02 - How to Choose the Right Laundry Detergent 00:15:51 - Key Ingredients to Avoid in Laundry Detergents 00:16:30 - Recommendations for Safer Fragrance Options 00:17:08 - Overview of Product Review Process 00:18:09 - Companies with Questionable Laundry Detergents 00:19:00 - Middle of the Pack: Brands Needing Improvement 00:19:46 - Top Three Recommended Laundry Detergents 00:20:37 - The Importance of Choosing Safe Products for Children 00:22:14 - Understanding Greenwashing and Its Impact 00:22:30 - Closing Thoughts and Gratitude 00:22:39 - Weekly Well Wishes Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

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0:00.0	Is this a toxic or clean laundry detergent?
0:02.0	Seventh generation, EECOS, Bio Clean,
0:05.0	Molly Suds, Method, Branch Basics?
0:08.0	We've investigated over 35 laundry detergent companies
0:12.0	to figure out which was the best one out there.
0:15.0	Toxic laundry ingredients are associated with skin irritations, allergies, respiratory issues like asthma and hormonal disruption.
0:23.0	But on this episode of Heel Thyself,
0:24.5	we chose the best three laundry detergent brands
0:28.6	in the whole industry
0:30.0	to make a safer home for you and your loved ones.
0:36.8	All right, 35 laundry detergents,
0:38.3	we investigated and only three made the cuts.
0:42.0	Okay, so over the cuts. Okay so over the years I remember when I moved I don't even remember
0:49.5	when I moved away from tied or I think that's what I was using tied I didn't even think twice but I remember
0:56.7	there was a moment I was coming back home and I used to be like mom no we can't use
0:59.2	this anymore and I found myself always, always, always reacting to when I was younger, my mom would do my clothes and I put them on and I didn't even think that possibly it can be the reason my skin is itching and I have asthma and my eyes are always
1:17.3	itching and I was always sneezing was for laundry detergent. Now I was a highly sensitive kid and you might have a highly
1:24.3	sensitive kid but notice if you're using these conventional laundry detergents and the
1:29.6	children are reacting in a way that is in alignment with some sort of allergies, right?
1:35.0	Like seasonal allergies, and I remember doctors would be like he has seasonal allergies, to what?
1:39.0	And they'd give me Asman Haller and Claritin because I seen some allergies, but really it was so much of what was going on in the home.
1:46.0	I was sensitive to laundry detergent. I was sensitive. I would do always, always I remember in high school sneeze when I came out of the shower non-stop.
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