Improving your health can start at home. Our Kaiser Permanente environmental experts have put together a list of simple “green” steps to make your home healthier and more eco-friendly.

Use unscented products and investigate the contents of your cosmetics and personal care products. Avoid polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which is found in cleaning product bottles, mattress covers, and even some toys. Avoid children’s jewelry that contains lead and toys that contain phthalates. Use detergents that don’t contain phosphates, and avoid bleach.

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