{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"How to Detox Your Home for Better Health","description":"Show Notes In this episode of Be a Smarter Homeowner, Beth Dodson talks with Nicole Jacques, home system strategist and creator of the House CEO philosophy, about how the products, routines, and systems inside our homes can affect both our health and our peace of mind. Nicole shares how her own pregnancy and later autoimmune diagnosis pushed her to examine the hidden environmental factors inside the home, leading her into the world of low-tox living.  Together, Beth and Nicole unpack what \u201clow tox\u201d really means, why so many so-called \u201cclean\u201d products are confusingly marketed, and how homeowners can make healthier swaps without becoming overwhelmed. Nicole emphasizes that low-tox living is not about perfection. It is about reducing toxic load step by step, especially with the products and systems you use every day.  The conversation also digs into synthetic fragrance, air quality, and the reality that many homeowners have never been taught how to properly care for a home. Nicole explains why overwhelm often comes from a knowledge gap, not laziness, and offers a more realistic, forgiving approach to home care: fewer products, fewer decisions, more routines, and lower standards in the right places.  They also cover practical issues homeowners often overlook, including dryer vent safety, the health impact of stagnant indoor air, the value of air scrubbers and filters, and why functionality matters more than aesthetics when creating a home that truly supports your life. Nicole closes with three simple takeaways: do not aim for perfection, start with what you use every day, and find community so the process feels lighter and more doable.  Key Takeaways Your home environment may be affecting your health more than you realize.  Low-tox living does not have to be all-or-nothing. Replace products gradually as they run out.  Synthetic fragrance often masks problems instead of solving them.  Clean air and clean water are some of the best places to start.  Many homeowners feel overwhelmed because nobody taught them how to care for a home.  A home should feel like a safe place, not a second job.  Buying more products usually adds complexity instead of solving the problem.  Function matters more than \u201cpretty\u201d when creating a healthy home.  Dryer vent maintenance is a major fire-prevention issue.  Simpler routines can improve both your home and your well-being.   sound bites "Fragrance can be endocrine disruptors." "Lower your standards for a healthier home." "Simplify and praise your progress." Chapters   00:40 Introduction to Home Wellness 03:49 The Journey to Low Tox Living 06:44 Understanding Low Tox and Lowest Tox 09:46 Making Healthier Choices in Home Products 12:41 The Impact of Fragrances on Health 15:33 Overcoming Home Overwhelm 18:39 Creating a Healthy Home Environment 22:22 Creating Shared Responsibility at Home 23:14 Lowering Standards for a Healthier Home 24:41 The Impact of Mindset on Household Tasks 25:52 Rethinking Cleaning Products and Their Necessity 27:52 Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality in Home Design 29:35 Understanding Home Safety and Maintenance 30:52 The Importance of Air Quality in Homes 35:10 Practical Steps for Low-Tox Living   ","author_name":"Be a Smarter Homeowner","author_url":"https:\/\/www.homezada.com\/","html":"