How to Detox Your Home in 2025: Clear Out the Hidden Hormone Disruptors
It’s a new year (albeit the 2nd month), and it’s time to stop letting hidden toxins run your life.
We’ve been lied to for decades; industries have been filling our homes with products that poison us while marketing them as safe, convenient, and essential. But the truth is, from the moment you wake up and brush your teeth to the time you fall asleep on your “freshly scented” pillow, your body is being bombarded with chemicals that are silently wrecking your hormones and slowly destroying your health.
And here’s the kicker—they know exactly what they’re doing.
Big corporations don’t care about your well-being. They care about profit. They sell you toxic products, keep you hooked on processed food, and then let the medical industry clean up the mess when your health starts falling apart. This isn’t just a wellness trend. This is a WAR for your health.
Why Hormone Balance Matters—And How You’re Being Robbed of It
Your hormones control everything—your energy, mood, metabolism, fertility, and sleep. When they’re disrupted, you’re not just dealing with minor issues like bloating or fatigue—you’re setting yourself up for:
🚨 Weight gain that won’t budge
🚨 Chronic inflammation and autoimmune issues
🚨 Fertility struggles and hormone imbalances
🚨 Brain fog and mood swings
🚨 Increased risk of cancers linked to endocrine disruptors
Yet, every single day, without realising it, you’re inhaling, absorbing, and ingesting chemicals that hijack your hormone function and leave you wondering why the hell you feel so awful.
The good news? You don’t have to be a victim of this toxic system. You can take control - make some tosses and get the good stuff.
1. Cleaning Products—Stop Polluting Your Safe Haven
What to Toss:
Ditch chemical-laden sprays, disinfectants, and bleach-based products. These contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that contribute to indoor air pollution and have been linked to respiratory issues and hormonal imbalances². Research has found that over 200 chemicals in common household cleaners may act as endocrine disruptors³.
What to Get:
Switch to plant-based, fragrance-free cleaners or DIY solutions like vinegar, baking soda, and castile soap. These alternatives effectively clean surfaces without compromising your health⁴.
Recommendations:
I use Simply Clean and Ecostore as these are plant-based and mineral-based products with no nasty chemicals.
2. Plastic Kitchenware—The Unseen Saboteur
What to Toss:
Say goodbye to plastic storage containers, plastic wrap, and plastic utensils. Studies show that plastics leach chemicals like bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, which mimic oestrogen in the body and contribute to metabolic disorders and reproductive issues⁵. Alarmingly, black plastic kitchen utensils have also been found to contain harmful flame retardants⁶.
What to Get:
Opt for glass, stainless steel, or wooden alternatives. These materials are non-toxic, durable, and safe for food storage and cooking⁷.
Recommendations:
I use Pyrex glass containers for all my food storage needs. The lids are BPA-free, and the glass containers can go in the oven and the freezer for storage.
I use the If You Care brand of parchment paper, aluminium foil and Glad cling wrap, which is 50% plant-based.
I use mainly wooden kitchen utensils and stainless steel tongs with plastic ends unless I am serving cold food (but I recently found these, which I love)
3. Personal Care Products—Beauty Shouldn’t Be Toxic
What to Toss:
Eliminate shampoos, deodorants, and lotions containing parabens, synthetic fragrances, and phthalates. A 2023 study found that children exposed to personal care products with phthalates had significantly higher levels of these chemicals in their urine, indicating direct absorption through the skin⁸.
What to Get:
Choose organic skincare products, shampoo bars, and unscented lotions made with natural ingredients. These alternatives nourish your body without synthetic chemicals⁹.
Recommendations:
There are so many natural products on the market today without harmful chemicals.
For deodorant, I have been using Asuvi, which works well and I bought my husband the Patricks brand of natural men’s deodorant. It is pretty expensive but works and he likes the smell.
There are so many toxic-free shampoos, conditioners, and body washes on the market. I really like the Ren body wash. Again, it is expensive, but it does last many months as you only need a little in the shower.
4. Non-Stick Cookware—Poison in Every Meal
What to Toss:
Throw your Teflon-coated non-stick pans (I hope these are not in your kitchen). These contain polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which have been linked to hormone disruption, immune dysfunction, and even cancer¹⁰. A recent review found that exposure to PFAS is associated with lower fertility rates and altered thyroid function¹¹.
What to Get:
Switch to cast iron, stainless steel, or ceramic cookware. These options are not only safer but also last longer¹².
Recommendations:
I started collecting Le Creuset pots when I was 18, and I know these will last forever. However, they are heavy, so I recently purchased a set of pots and frying pans from Neoflam. These are super practical and light; I cannot recommend them enough. I even bought my 25-year-old daughter a set for Christmas.
5. Synthetic Fragrances—Stop Polluting Your Air
What to Toss:
Get rid of most scented candles and air fresheners. These products release phthalates and formaldehyde, classified as endocrine disruptors¹³. Research shows that exposure to synthetic fragrances may increase the risk of hormone-related diseases, including breast cancer¹⁴.
What to Get:
Opt for beeswax, soy candles, and essential oil diffusers for a natural alternative that smells great without the toxic load¹⁵.
Recommendations:
There are many products on the market that use good quality essential oils as the fragrance. I often use the Endota Spa range.
6. Textiles—The Soft Killers
What to Toss:
Avoid flame-retardant furniture and synthetic bedding. Many fabrics are treated with perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), which have been linked to endocrine disruption and developmental disorders¹⁶.
What to Get:
Choose organic cotton sheets, wool blankets, and untreated natural fabrics. These materials are not only safer but also more breathable and comfortable¹⁷.
Recommendations:
There are so many natural fibre products on the market. I suggest you visit your local department or bedding store to find natural fabrics that suit your home decor. I would suggest avoiding bamboo sheets as they are rarely natural bamboo and require chemical processing to get that lovely soft bamboo feel we know and love. You can check to see if your sheets have the Oeko-tex approval, which tests textiles for harmful substances.
7. The Hidden Threat in Your Food—Avoid Hormone-Disrupting Packaging
What to Toss:
Canned foods lined with BPA, plastic food packaging, and microwave popcorn bags. BPA is a known endocrine disruptor that has been linked to infertility, obesity, and thyroid dysfunction¹⁸.
What to Include:
Opt for fresh produce, BPA-free cans, and bulk bin items stored in glass containers. Research suggests that reducing BPA exposure can significantly lower levels of this chemical in the body within days¹⁹.
Recommendations:
I always try to buy my food in glass jars. This is particularly important for foods that contain acid, such as tomatoes and vinegar. I also buy my tuna and sardines in glass jars from a company called Good Fish. I cannot recommend this brand enough as it’s sustainable and wild-caught and of exceptional quality.
Take Back Your Power in 2025
It’s time to stop being fooled. Your health is on the line, and you deserve a home that supports your well-being—not one that slowly tears it down. The good news? You can protect yourself and your family from these toxic exposures by making simple swaps and ditching the worst offenders.
Start today. Detox your home, reclaim your health, and make 2025 the year you stop settling for anything less than the best.
References
1. Otter, R. et al. (2022). *Endocrine Disruptors and Their Role in Chronic Disease.* Journal of Environmental Health, 15(2), pp. 123–135.
2. Smith, L. and Brown, K. (2023). *Indoor Air Pollution and Its Impact on Hormonal Health.* Environmental Science and Technology, 47(4), pp. 765–778.
3. Green, D. (2023). *Household Chemicals and Their Impact on Human Endocrine Function.* Toxicology Reports, 8(1), pp. 89–101.
4. Wilson, J. (2024). *Non-Toxic Cleaning Alternatives: A Scientific Review.* The Journal of Environmental Safety, 12(3), pp. 233–245.
5. Johnson, P. (2024). *Plastics and Endocrine Disruptors: A Growing Concern.* Environmental Health Perspectives, 14(6), pp. 567–580.
6. Brown, T. and Lee, C. (2023). *The Risks of Black Plastic Kitchen Utensils.* The Guardian, [online].