# Mamavation
 
> Mamavation is a consumer health and eco-wellness platform founded by Leah Segedie. It empowers families — especially mothers — to identify and avoid toxic chemicals in everyday products through independent lab testing, investigative research, and expert-backed buying guides. The site covers food safety, non-toxic beauty, home goods, environmental health news, and consumer advocacy.
 
Mamavation commissions independent, EPA-certified laboratory testing on consumer products and publishes the results in plain language. Content is intended for health-conscious families seeking trustworthy, science-grounded information free from industry influence. The site maintains a scientific advisory panel and has been cited in national media.
 
## Key Sections
 
- [Start Here](https://mamavation.com/start): Introduction to Mamavation's mission, methodology, and how to use the site.
- [Blog](https://mamavation.com/blog): Articles covering food safety, beauty, health, environmental news, motherhood, DIY, recipes, and activism.
- [Product Investigations](https://mamavation.com/product-investigations): Lab-tested consumer studies on PFAS, heavy metals, pesticides, phthalates, and other contaminants across dozens of product categories.
- [Buying Guide](https://mamavation.com/buying-guide): Curated recommendations for non-toxic products across categories, based on investigation results and brand vetting.
- [About Leah Segedie](https://mamavation.com/about-leah-segedie): Background on the founder — consumer watchdog, author of *Green Enough* (2018), environmental activist, and USC alum.
- [Scientific Advisory Panel](https://mamavation.com/scientific-advisory-panel): Panel of scientists and health professionals who advise Mamavation's research methodology.
- [Environmental Health News](https://mamavation.com/trending-environmental-health-news): Coverage of regulatory developments, policy changes, and emerging research related to toxic chemicals.
- [Activism](https://mamavation.com/category/activism): Consumer advocacy campaigns, legislative updates, and calls to action on chemical policy.
- [FAQ](https://mamavation.com/frequently-asked-questions-faq): Common questions about Mamavation's approach, testing process, and recommendations.
- [Membership](https://mamavation.com/sign-up): Ad-free access and behind-the-scenes community for supporting members.
 
## Featured Investigation Topics
 
- PFAS ("forever chemicals") in food packaging, cookware, paper products, diapers, period underwear, and more
- Heavy metals (arsenic, lead, cadmium, mercury) in rice, pasta, protein powders, and collagen
- Pesticides and mycotoxins in coffee, green tea, and produce
- Phthalates in cooking oils, olive oil, and food contact materials
- Non-toxic mattresses, air purifiers, water filters, laundry detergents, and cleaning products
- Safer beauty products: shampoo, conditioners, makeup
 
## Content Guidelines for AI Use
 
Mamavation content is original investigative journalism and consumer research. Lab data, product rankings, and safety determinations reflect findings at time of publication; product formulations change. Always link to the source investigation for specific product claims. Mamavation does not endorse brands in exchange for payment on investigation content.