Should or should you not use fluoride in your toothpaste? The answer may surprise you. We reached out to our experts who are highly respected in their fields to help you navigate this and ranked all the brands accordingly. You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like the best non-toxic shampoo, best non-toxic sunscreens, & best non-toxic …
Coconut Oils Tested for Toxic Phthalates — Buying Guide
Which coconut oils have the least phthalate contamination? Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals in plastics that find their way into many foods and personal care products. To solve this puzzle, Mamavation sent several of the most popular coconut oils off to an EPA-certified laboratory to test for several types of phthalates to find out. …
Non-Dairy Powdered Creamer & Indications of PFAS “Forever Chemicals”
Do any of your favorite non-dairy powdered creamers contain indications of PFAS "forever chemicals?" Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances known as PFAS "forever chemicals" have been found lurking in many foods. Today, we will find out if they could also be found in non-dairy powdered creamers through independent laboratory testing of PFAS …
Frey Vineyards Independently Tested for Glyphosate — USDA Organic & Biodynamic Wine
Are you looking for wine that is "clean" and free from glyphosate residue? For many years, community members have been asking us to test the USDA organic & biodynamic wine brand Frey Vineyards. So Mamavation sent several organic & biodynamic wines from Frey Vineyards off to our independent EPA-certified lab to put them to the test. You've …
Olive Oils Tested for Toxic Phthalates — Buying Guide
Which olive oils have the least amount of phthalate contamination? Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals found in plastics that find their way into many foods and personal care products. To solve this puzzle, Mamavation sent several of the most popular olive oils off to an EPA-certified laboratory to test for several types of phthalates to …
Hidden MSG Ingredients: 90 You Should Avoid
You've seen the signs and labels stating "No MSG" at your favorite take out place or on food in the grocery store aisles, but that warning doesn't mean exactly what you think it does. Here are hidden MSG ingredients you need to avoid. The FDA does not require manufacturers to label these foods MSG unless the “added ingredient” is 99% pure …
Cinnamon Tested for Glyphosate, Lead, & Cadmium — Buying Guide
Does your favorite cinnamon contain traces of the herbicide glyphosate or high amounts of lead or cadmium? This is the question Mamavation was trying to answer for our community when we sent several cinnamon products to an EPA-certified laboratory. After babies all over the country were lead poisoned from the cinnamon inside recalled baby food, our …
Xtrema Cookware — Independent Acid Bath Lead Testing
Xtrema Cookware is very popular, however, we have heard rumors of it containing "dangerous amounts of lead" by other influencers. Over the years, many people have asked us about Xtrema and the lead present inside the cookware. However, having lead present inside the cookware is very different than having lead leach out of the ceramic pans. If lead …
“Band-Aids” & Bandages with Indications of PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Report
Do your "band-aids" or bandages have indications of PFAS "forever chemicals" inside the absorbent pad or adhesive flaps? This is exactly what the Mamavation community asked us and we had no idea, so we started testing different bandage products to find out. Mamavation sent several types of bandages off to an EPA-certified lab to ascertain whether …
These 40+ DEET-Free Bug Sprays Will Keep You Toxin & Insect Free
This summer, we seem to be plagued by pests. From my son's overreaction to a simple mosquito bite to a new case of the bubonic plague (yes, the “Black Plague” from the middle ages) and Lyme disease, pests have gotten more dangerous. At a time when most insects are on the decline, the type of insects that can cause harm to humans is on the rise. So …
Glass Measuring Cups Tested for Lead — Buying Guide
Which glass measuring cups are free from lead in the paint and design? After testing glass baby bottles and discovering so many issues with lead, we decided to follow up with XRF testing of glass measuring cups. What are the brands that we recommend? You've trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like safest salt from heavy metals & …
Best Skincare Products for Acne — Anti-Acne Product Guide
Where are the best skincare products for acne that are also made from non-toxic acne-fighting ingredients? Mamavation ranked close to 200 anti-acne creams, face masks, face wash, exfoliants, and cleansing products. We looked closely at the ingredients they are using with other ingredients used to fight acne. If you want to avoid that breakout …