Sharing some tips on how to detox your home with simple, effective swaps to reduce toxic chemicals, improve indoor air, and create a healthier living space.

Hi friends! What’s going on this week? I have a stacked morning with client calls and appointments, but am looking forward to the planetarium with P later today.

Today, I wanted to chat a little bit about healthy changes we can make at home and some of my favorite steps to create a cleaner living space. One of the biggest sources of toxins isn’t in our kitchen with the foods we eat; it’s in our home environment.

Everyday items, from the cleaning products we use to the candles we light, often contain toxic chemicals that can irritate our skin, disrupt hormones, and contribute to long-term health problems. These compounds also affect the planet, impacting waterways, soil, and even indoor air quality.

A healthier home doesn’t have to mean throwing everything out overnight. Today, I’m going to share some tips on how to detox your home so you can lower your exposure to harmful substances while keeping things practical, affordable, and sustainable. Of course, I always love hearing about your favorite tips and products, too, so don’t be afraid to shout them out in the comments below!

How to Detox Your Home

Some of the things I wanted to chat about:

The most common environmental toxins in our homes

Simple ways to identify and test for them

Practical swaps and habits to reduce your exposure

The goal isn’t perfection; it’s progress. It’s SO easy to get overwhelmed, but the reality is that even a few small changes can have a huge impact over time. If you’re also working on cutting down screen time and stress triggers, pair this with my digital detox tips for a more peaceful, less toxic home.

What Are The Most Common Environmental Toxins In Our Homes

Here are some of the biggest culprits that sneak into our everyday routines:

Toxic chemicals in cleaning products: harsh detergents, ammonia, bleach, and chemical disinfectants.

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs): released from certain adhesives, sealants, and traditional based paints.

Flame retardants: added to sofas, mattresses, curtains, and rugs to slow fires – but often linked to hormone disruption.

Plasticizers such as BPA and phthalates: found in plastic food containers, single-use water bottles, and cling wraps.

Pesticide residues: from lawn treatments, pest sprays, and even tracked in on shoes.

Synthetic fragrances: in candles, plug-ins, air fresheners, and personal care products like body lotion or hair spray.

Heavy metals: possible in older pipes, imported ceramics, or poorly made stainless

Sharing the details on how to join us for our fall detox. We start our prep week next Tuesday, so order your detox kit here! They’re also buy 3, get one free this week, so if you want to stock up for the year, it’s the perfect time. Stack my code FITNESSISTA10 if it’s your first time ordering. 

If you’ve been feeling a little off – tired even after a full night’s sleep, a little puffy, or just craving a fresh start after a YOLO summer – this is your sign to join us for our fall detox! Kickoff starts next Tuesday with a prep week and then we rock and roll on September 8th. [Friendly note: check with a doctor before making any fitness or nutrition changes.]

It’s the perfect way to press reset before the holiday season sneaks up. Think of it as a way to show your body some love: supporting your natural detox pathways, calming inflammation, and finding that steady energy again in a way that’s doable for real life, and not overwhelming. I’m SO ready for a reset after a very fun summer that left me with tight shorts and not feeling my best energy-wise, or mood-wise.

Order your detox kit here.

Fall EquiLife detox

Summer is fun, but let’s be real: late nights, travel, cocktails, and BBQs can leave us feeling sluggish. Fall is the season of routine and fresh starts, so it’s the perfect time to focus on YOU. Imagine heading into the holidays with better sleep, steady energy, and your jeans fitting just a bit better; not because of restriction, but because your body is finally getting what it needs.

Here’s How It Works

We start with Prep Week on September 2, where we’ll set you up for success. The official detox kicks off September 8, and you can choose 7, 14, or 21 days. I’ll be doing 14 days right alongside you, and every Wednesday during the program I’ll be live in our private Facebook group for Q&A and coaching. We’ll also be chatting and posting in the group each day. Our group is usually super fun, supportive, and interactive!

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Sharing a roundup of the best nontoxic air fryers. 

Hi friends! Happy Monday and happy St. Patrick’s Day! What do you have going on? P has spring break, the girls have their usual activities, and we’re headed to San Diego later this week. I.can’t.wait.

For today’s post, I wanted to chat a bit about nontoxic air fryers and share the one I’ve been using and loving for the past few months. Before I share some options, I wanted to tell you about our original air fryer that I got a few years ago.

When I first got an air fryer, I was PUMPED. I knew it would be like the Instant Pot; something that intimidated me, but that I’d end up using every day.

Before using it for the first time, I read online that it was important to wash it with soap and water and let it run for a few hours to get rid of the chemical smell. That should have been a red flag, but I did it. I washed it well, and let it run for a few hours while we were home. Our house was immediately infused with a plastic smell, and I had to open the back door to air out our house. After a few hours, I made a sausage, potato, bell pepper, and onion situation. Everything cooked beautifully — it was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

We ate most of our meals, called it a night… and the girls and I were violently ill all night. I haven’t been that sick since I was a kid… it was BAD. We thought it was the food, but looking back, it was definitely the air fryer.

Since we thought it was just a bad night of food, I used it again a few weeks later, and everything was fine. I probably used it hundreds of times after that.

(Rest in power)

Every time I took it out, it crossed my mind that the nonstick coating probably wasn’t the healthiest, but as someone who has to get food on the table quickly (like all moms), I was just like whatever. When I went through my big health journey, I made more changes around the house, and getting a new air fryer was one of the last things on the list.

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Sharing a full recap of my first 21-day detox, how I felt, what I learned, and if I’d do it again. Check out my full review! I also created a freebie with 21 days of detox recipes if you’d like to download it (details below).

Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had a lovely weekend! Ours was great. I feel like I caught up on life (laundry, chores, grocery shopping) and also taught a couple of classes, we had an amazing dinner night with friends, and also met up with the fam for brunch. I hope you had a great one, too!!

For today’s post, I wanted to share a recap of my 21-day detox experience! I love doing the EquiLife detox four times a year. It helps support my liver pathways, I always feel GREAT when I do this, and it’s become a part of my health routine. Please keep in mind that I’m just sharing my experience and this isn’t medical info. Before proceeding with any new fitness or nutrition routines, always consult with your doctor. 

As you guys know, I’ve been dealing with some inflammation issues since last spring. It started with my eyes (which was a long, painful mystery, and thank God, it’s been resolved), and in the process, I had a couple of markers come back positive for Lupus. I share more of my story in this podcast episode.

In addition to working with my primary care, I’ve been running some functional labs on myself. I had a feeling that I had some gut issues (since gut issues can manifest in different ways and contribute to autoimmune symptoms, as well as allergies, brain fog, fatigue, digestive issues, decreased immune system function, low mood, poor sleep, etc.) and sure enough, I had significant yeast and bacterial overgrowth.

Here’s what page 1 of my OAT test looked like, which is extremely comprehensive. It also gave me insight into nutrient deficiencies as well as neurotransmitter levels.

(Please keep in mind that functional labs do not treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure any types of disease or illness. They’re used as a tool to discover deficiencies and toxicities, so you can work to bring the body back to balance. After running a couple of tests

Sharing the details about an upcoming Dr. Cabral 7-day detox. Sharing the details here and how to join in if you’d like!

Hi friends! How’s the morning going? I LOVED reading about your goals for the upcoming year. Please keep me updated on your progress and if you have any post requests or topics I can cover to support you, please comment or send me an email gina@fitnessista.com.

It’s hard to believe that holiday break is over and the kids are headed back to school this week. While I’m devastated – I enjoyed sleeping in and low-key days a liiiittle too much – it’s going to be nice to get back into a routine. We have a lot of things to look forward to over the next few months, including a Disney cruise, a trip to Disneyland, and a top-secret trip (it’s part of Liv’s birthday surprise).

One of the things I’m also looking forward to this month is another EquiLife 7-day detox. I felt SO GREAT after the last one, and it’s been a few months, so I’m ready for another round. Usually every January, I do some type of reset. Sometimes I cut out sugar and alcohol entirely for the month, other times, I’ll just focus on solid nutrition. It feels amazing to get back in the habit of eating (and craving) vegetables and fresh foods, especially after the joyful avalanche of holiday sweets and cocktails.

Moderation is my jam now, especially since the days of depriving myself are long gone. If I want a sweet treat or something more indulgent, I eat it and enjoy every bite. It’s been a festive couple of months, and I’m feeling a bit sluggish and craving sugar more than usual. Usually by the time New Years rolls around, I’m looking forward to making my way back to more *normal* eating. I love to kickstart it with a little reset and this year, I’m doing this liver-based functional medicine detox.

SO many of you joined me last time, so I wanted to invite you to join in if you’d like to go for another round. The fun starts January 22, so you can order your kit now and you’ll be ready to go!

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