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Your exposure levels need attention in several areas
Key Takeaway
Personal care products show the highest phthalate elevations. Switching to fragrance-free and phthalate-free products can significantly reduce your overall exposure.
Priority Actions
Common Sources
Recommended Actions
Switch to fragrance-free personal care products
Phthalates are commonly used to make synthetic fragrances last longer. Choosing fragrance-free options eliminates this major exposure source.
Alternatives: EWG Verified personal care products • Certified organic brands like Dr. Bronner's or Acure • Products explicitly labeled 'phthalate-free' • Unscented versions of your current products
Replace plastic containers with glass or stainless steel
Phthalates can leach from plastic containers, especially when heated or storing fatty foods. Glass and stainless steel are inert alternatives.
Alternatives: Glass food storage containers with silicone lids • Stainless steel water bottles and containers • Silicone food bags for storage • Beeswax wraps instead of plastic wrap
Avoid heating food in plastic containers
Heat accelerates the release of phthalates from plastics. Always transfer food to glass or ceramic before microwaving.
Alternatives: Transfer to glass or ceramic before heating • Use microwave-safe glass containers • Let food cool before storing in plastic • Use parchment paper instead of plastic wrap
Items to Monitor
6 chemicals at moderate levels
Detected at elevated levels. Consider organic alternatives and proper produce washing to reduce exposure.
Detected at elevated levels. Consider organic alternatives and proper produce washing to reduce exposure.
Detected at elevated levels. Consider organic alternatives and proper produce washing to reduce exposure.
Detected at elevated levels. Consider organic alternatives and proper produce washing to reduce exposure.
Detected at elevated levels. Consider organic alternatives and proper produce washing to reduce exposure.
Detected at elevated levels. Consider organic alternatives and proper produce washing to reduce exposure.
Category Insights
Broader lifestyle changes for top categories
Personal Care Products
This category shows the highest phthalate elevations with 4 chemicals requiring immediate attention. These are commonly found in fragranced products and plastics. Switching to phthalate-free alternatives is the most effective reduction strategy.
Lifestyle Changes
Audit bathroom products and replace fragranced items with fragrance-free alternatives
Download the EWG Healthy Living app to scan product barcodes before purchasing
Transition to products in glass containers when available
Prioritize replacing products you use most frequently (daily lotion, shampoo, deodorant)
Choose nail polishes labeled '5-free' or '10-free' which exclude phthalates
Agricultural Chemicals
Several agricultural chemicals show elevated levels, primarily fungicides and herbicides used in conventional farming. Organic produce choices and proper washing can reduce exposure.
Lifestyle Changes
Prioritize organic versions of the 'Dirty Dozen' produce items
Shop at local farmer's markets that practice organic methods
Consider joining a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program
Wash all produce thoroughly with a baking soda solution
Invest in a quality water filter for drinking and cooking
Persistent Pollutants
PFAS and other persistent pollutants show some elevation. These 'forever chemicals' require specific filtration methods and lifestyle changes to reduce ongoing exposure.
Lifestyle Changes
Install water filtration certified for PFAS removal
Avoid non-stick cookware with traditional PTFE coatings
Skip stain-resistant treatments on furniture and carpets
Choose products without water-resistant coatings when possible
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