Episodios

  • E97. I Hated Sleep—Until I Heard This Hidden Brain Episode

    E97. I Hated Sleep—Until I Heard This Hidden Brain Episode
    May 22 2025

    For most of my life, sleep felt like a waste of time—something to minimize, not prioritize. And while recent science on the invaluable benefits of sleep—like how it detoxes your brain and is critical in learning and memory—I still didn't want to sleep more. Until one Hidden Brain episode changed everything.

    In this short and personal Practical Nontoxic Living™ “Raindrop” episode, I share the surprising creations that originated during sleep. Whether you struggle with sleep or just want to optimize your healing, this episode offers fresh motivation to rethink rest.

    👉 If you enjoy this episode, share it with a sleep-deprived friend and tag me @ruanliving.

    Practical Nontoxic Living™ Raindrops | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked

    This “raindrop” of Practical Nontoxic Living™ wisdom is part of a new Thursday series designed to help you make small, meaningful changes that support your Ultimate Home Detox™. It’s also featured in the Ultimate Home Detox Unpacked—a curated podcast series unpacking the tools, science, and mindset shifts behind our signature detox programs.

    About Ruan Living

    Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com.

    Join Ruan Living's newsletter here.

    About Sophia Ruan Gushée

    Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée.

    Resources Mentioned In This Episode

    • Hidden Brain—Eyes Wide Open: Part 1
    • Hidden Brain—Eyes Wide Open: Part 2
    • For tips on high-quality sleep: Practical Nontoxic Living podcast #24 "Protect Your Brain and Body from 5G and Other EMFs"
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    4 m
  • E96. Radiant Skin & Holistic Beauty Rituals with Shiva Rose | Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast

    E96. Radiant Skin & Holistic Beauty Rituals with Shiva Rose | Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast
    May 20 2025
    In this illuminating episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ Podcast, host Sophia Ruan Gushée and her niece Elizabeth McCormick dive deep into what they learned from holistic beauty pioneer Shiva Rose in the Ruan Living 40-Day Home Detox masterclass. Elizabeth shares her personal journey of transforming persistent skin issues with simple yet powerful natural changes. Together, Sophia and Elizabeth explore how skin conditions often reflect deeper health concerns, offering practical insights into healing from within. The episode then treats listeners to an inspiring excerpt from Shiva Rose’s masterclass for the Ruan Living 40-Day Home Detox. Shiva, a renowned author, entrepreneur, and mother, reveals her favorite nontoxic beauty and self-care rituals tailored specifically for the busy, health-conscious woman. Motivated to heal her autoimmune issues, Shiva's been cultivating "kitchen medicine" ever since and addressing beauty and self-care as an "inside job." Discover Shiva’s secrets to achieving radiant skin and a calmer mind through natural products, intentional rituals, and holistic practices you can easily integrate into your daily routine. Tune in for a conversation that will empower you to enhance your beauty naturally, embrace self-care rituals, and uncover the deeper messages your skin may be communicating. Key Topics: Simple, nontoxic changes to heal skin naturally The connection between skin health and overall wellness Shiva Rose’s holistic beauty routines for busy lifestyles "Kitchen medicine" and beauty as an "inside job," slow beauty that's lasting Daily rituals for self-care, mindfulness, and radiant beauty You can learn more from Shiva Rose and other experts in Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox. Early Access Pricing for Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox program is available for a limited time. Click to learn more! ABOUT RUAN LIVING Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™. Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com. ABOUT SOPHIA RUAN GUSHEE Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée. ABOUT SHIVA ROSE Shiva Rose is a renowned author, wellness expert, entrepreneur, and advocate for holistic living, widely celebrated for her inspiring journey into natural beauty and self-care rituals. After battling autoimmune issues, Shiva embraced kitchen medicine and holistic practices to heal from the inside out—a transformative path detailed in her bestselling book, Whole Beauty: Daily Rituals and Natural Recipes for Lifelong Beauty and Wellness. Shiva also shares her wisdom through her popular website, The Local Rose, and her luxurious skincare line, Shiva Rose Beauty. Her work empowers individuals—especially busy women and mothers—to cultivate radiant health, mindful self-care, and profound beauty by integrating ancient wisdom into modern lifestyles. OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ruan Living's 40-Day Home DetoxElevate Your Snacking Habits: How to Make Collagen Marshmallows Traditional Chinese Medicine Helped My Daughter's EczemaPractical Nontoxic Living podcast episode 35 with Shiva Rose: Alchemy From Daily Rituals
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  • E95. How High-Heat Cooking Creates Toxins—and Simple Ways to Avoid Them

    E95. How High-Heat Cooking Creates Toxins—and Simple Ways to Avoid Them
    May 15 2025

    Part of the Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked Thursday series—light, inspiring insights from Sophia’s personal journey in Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Did you know that the way you cook can create cancer-causing compounds in your food?

    In this episode of Practical Nontoxic Living, Sophia Ruan Gushée highlights the hidden dangers of high-heat cooking methods like frying, grilling, and roasting—and how they can lead to the formation of toxic compounds such as heterocyclic amines (HCAs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

    Whether you're detoxing your home for fertility, cancer recovery, chronic illness, or general wellness, this episode offers simple, science-backed tips to help you:

    • Reduce exposure to carcinogenic cooking byproducts

    • Choose safer cooking oils and methods

    • Make small, impactful changes in your daily cooking routine

    • Improve your family’s long-term health—without sacrificing flavor

    Perfect for health-conscious cooks, detox enthusiasts, and anyone looking to make their kitchen a cleaner, safer space.

    👉 Listen now to start cooking smarter—and living cleaner.

    Practical Nontoxic Living™ Raindrops | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked

    This “raindrop” of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom is part of a new Thursday series designed to help you make small, meaningful changes that support your Ultimate Home Detox™—starting with your plate.

    About Ruan Living

    Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com.

    Join Ruan Living's newsletter here.

    About Sophia Ruan Gushée

    Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée.
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    8 m
  • E94. Healing Spaces: How Nontoxic Interior Design Can Transform Your Health (with Deborah DiMare)

    E94. Healing Spaces: How Nontoxic Interior Design Can Transform Your Health (with Deborah DiMare)
    May 13 2025
    Your home can be a powerful catalyst for healing and wellness—when designed thoughtfully and consciously. This engaging episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast begins with Sophia Ruan Gushée and her Ruan Living colleague (and niece!), Elizabeth McCormick, sharing what they learned and loved most from Deborah DiMare’s illuminating masterclass from Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox program. Then, hear firsthand how Deborah creates healing spaces. Named Top 200 Influencers in the Interior Design Industry 2025, Deborah DiMare, founder of DiMare Design and a leader in nontoxic and cruelty-free interior design, joins the conversation through a captivating clip from her masterclass. She opens up about her journey into designing spaces that heal, and shares her impactful experiences working with clients who are on the autism spectrum and have sensory sensitivities. In this episode, you'll discover: How your interior design choices directly influence physical, emotional, and mental health. Practical, easy-to-implement considerations from Deborah's expertise in creating healthier, nurturing home environments. She discusses how light, mirrors, primary colors, bedding, textiles, and textures can support overall well-being, including the nervous system. Deborah explains the difference between vegan design and cruelty-free design, and how she came to care about avoiding toxicity in interior furnishings. Personal stories that illustrate the transformative power of thoughtful interior design. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights into creating your own healing spaces—and learn directly from Deborah DiMare herself. Early Access Pricing for Ruan Living's 40-Day Home Detox is available for a limited time—listen now to learn more! Subscribe to Practical Nontoxic Living to empower your wellness journey and create a healthier home. About Ruan Living Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™. Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com. About Sophia Ruan Gushée Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée. About Deborah DiMare Deborah is a renowned interior design consultant, author, educator and pioneer of the ethical/wellness design movement. She has been executing beautiful living and sensory environments that contribute to the mental and physical health and well-being of people and the protection of animals and the planet for nearly 20 years. Her company, DiMare Design, is the only 100% cruelty-free design consulting firm specializing in the creation of organic, optimal spaces, and sourcing vegan textiles and sustainable furniture that bear zero-to-low toxins Deborah also heads VeganDesign org, where she educates consumers and designers about humane & healthy design through virtual courses, a blog and a full online shop of cruelty free, vegan and low toxin furniture, décor & curated spaces. Other Resources Mentioned In This Episode Andrew Pace Practical Nontoxic Living podcast episode 49: Sustainable Building Materials For Healthy HomesRuan Living's 40-Day Home Detox
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  • E93. Are Wireless Earbuds Harming Your Health? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked

    E93. Are Wireless Earbuds Harming Your Health? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked
    May 8 2025

    Think your wireless earbuds are harmless? Think again.

    In this short Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast, Sophia Ruan Gushée reminds us that Bluetooth or wireless earphones blast radiation directly through your brain

    No fluff, no deep dive—just a powerful wake-up call about an everyday habit that could be undermining your brain health.

    Listen in. Then decide: Is convenience worth the risk?

    Part of the Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked Thursday series—light, inspiring insights from Sophia’s personal journey in Practical Nontoxic Living.

    Practical Nontoxic Living™ Raindrops | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked

    This “raindrop” of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom is part of a new Thursday series designed to help you make small, meaningful changes that support your Ultimate Home Detox™—starting with your plate.

    About Ruan Living

    Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com.

    About Sophia Ruan Gushée

    Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée.
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    6 m
  • E92. Clean Eating Hacks for Busy Lives: Detox Foods & Immune Boosting with Nutritionist & Cancer Survivor Elissa Goodman

    E92. Clean Eating Hacks for Busy Lives: Detox Foods & Immune Boosting with Nutritionist & Cancer Survivor Elissa Goodman
    May 6 2025

    Wondering how to realistically eat clean and optimize your health amid a busy life? In this special episode, we're joined by nutritionist, speaker, author, and cancer survivor Elissa Goodman. You'll hear a powerful clip from Elissa’s masterclass featured in the 40-Day Home Detox, where she shares practical tips for cooking nutrient-dense, clean meals even on your busiest days. Discover Elissa's preferred cooking methods for immune support, her practical thoughts on using frozen veggies, and why avoiding toxins is crucial for health and vitality. Also included is a flashback to Episode 35, where Elissa shares her powerful story of overcoming multiple health diagnoses, including cancer, through transformative dietary and lifestyle changes.

    Also included is a special replay of Episode 35—first released on May 11, 2021—where Elissa Goodman shares her inspiring story of healing from cancer and chronic illnesses through clean eating and holistic wellbeing. If you’re looking for practical detox tips and motivation to reclaim your health, this conversation is a must-listen.

    Resources Mentioned On This Episode

    Ready to detox your kitchen and nourish your life? Join the 40-Day Home Detox now to access Elissa’s full masterclass plus an exclusive PDF featuring Elissa’s go-to brands and products for optimal health.

    • 40-Day Home Detox
    • D-Tox Academy

    About Elissa Goodman

    • ElissaGoodman.com
    • Cancer Hacks: A Holistic Guide to Overcoming your Fears and Healing Cancer (Amazon affiliate link)

    About Ruan Living

    Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being, one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com.

    About Sophia Ruan Gushée

    Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée.
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  • E91. Raw vs. Steamed Veggies: What’s Healthiest? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked

    E91. Raw vs. Steamed Veggies: What’s Healthiest? | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked
    May 1 2025

    Curious whether raw or steamed vegetables are better for your health? In this short Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked episode of the Practical Nontoxic Living™ podcast, Sophia Ruan Gushée reminds us what research reveals about how cooking methods impact the nutrient content of your vegetables.

    This “raindrop” of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom is part of a new Thursday series designed to help you make small, meaningful changes that support your Ultimate Home Detox™—starting with your plate.

    Part of the Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked Thursday series—light, inspiring insights from Sophia’s personal journey in Practical Nontoxic Living.

    About Ruan Living

    Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com.

    About Sophia Ruan Gushée

    Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée.
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  • E90. Introducing Raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living™ | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked

    E90. Introducing Raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living™ | Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked
    May 1 2025

    Welcome to Ultimate Home Detox™ Unpacked—a new Thursday series on the Practical Nontoxic Living podcast by Ruan Living.

    In these short, weekly episodes, Sophia Ruan Gushée shares gentle, behind-the-scenes insights—like raindrops of Practical Nontoxic Living wisdom—meant to spark your curiosity and support small, meaningful changes in your home and lifestyle.

    Whether you're starting fresh or deep into your detox journey, these episodes are here to make nontoxic living feel more approachable, inspiring, and personal.

    Ruan Living offers many paths to help you create your Ultimate Home Detox™—including books, online programs, expert support, and free resources.

    Subscribe, rate, and share if you'd like more of these light, healing drops. They may be small, but over time, they can transform your life.

    About Ruan Living

    Grounded in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, Ruan Living offers flexible ways for you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™ to help you elevate your health and well-being—one thoughtful choice at a time. Specifically, we're zoned in on environmental influences—easy ones you can control—that can optimize your, and your intergenerational, healthspan and epigenetics through Practical Nontoxic Living™.

    Rooted in mindfulness over perfection, we guide you with empowering insights to detox your home and body of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, radiation, and stress. Ruan Living offers books, online programs, customized support, and free resources to help you create a home and lifestyle that nurtures healing and thriving. Learn more at www.ruanliving.com.

    About Sophia Ruan Gushée

    Sophia Ruan Gushée is the founder of Ruan Living and author of the critically acclaimed bestselling book A to Z of D-Toxing: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures. Throughout her suite of Ruan Living Offerings, the diversity of Home detox paths that she has created are designed to welcome you to craft your Ultimate Home Detox™—rooted in the philosophy of Practical Nontoxic Living™, which protects your joy and convenience while guiding you to avoid toxicity. Learn more about Sophia here: Sophia Ruan Gushée.
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