10 ENVIRONMENTAL SWAPS
BEFORE YOU START
Your symptoms are clues. After years of investigating what makes people feel stuck despite doing "all the right things," I've found these 10 factors show up again and again.
These aren't random recommendations. They're the environmental factors most practitioners overlook—and often where the answers are hiding.
Don't try to do everything at once. That's the fastest way to feel overwhelmed and quit.
Pick ONE swap that feels manageable and start there. Small changes create big shifts.
This guide gives you Good→Better→Best options for each swap. Start where you are and upgrade over time.
Remember: Building momentum, not chasing perfect.
UPGRADE YOUR WATER
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Tap water often contains chlorine, fluoride, heavy metals, and pharmaceutical residues that standard tests don't catch. You're drinking this water, cooking with it, and showering in it daily.
Most people never think to investigate their water quality—but it's one of the first places I look.
CLEAN YOUR AIR
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Indoor air is often 2-5x more polluted than outdoor air. Dust, mold spores, VOCs from furniture, and allergens circulate constantly.
Most people never think to investigate air quality—but it's often contributing to symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and allergies.
SWITCH CLEANING PRODUCTS
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Conventional cleaners often contain harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and endocrine disruptors that you breathe in and absorb through your skin. These ingredients aren't always clearly labeled.
You're exposed to these chemicals daily—it adds up.
DITCH SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
"Fragrance" on labels can hide thousands of chemicals. These can disrupt hormones, trigger headaches, and accumulate in your body over time.
Manufacturers aren't required to disclose what's actually in that "fragrance." Worth investigating.
CHANGE YOUR LAUNDRY ROUTINE
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Scented laundry products coat your clothes (and skin) with synthetic fragrance chemicals. You're breathing them in 24/7.
Most people never connect their symptoms to something as simple as laundry detergent. I look for it every time.
BONUS: HoldOn Compostable Bags - Plant-based trash bags that actually break down.
DETOX YOUR BEDROOM
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
You spend 1/3 of your life sleeping. EMFs, blue light, and poor air quality can sabotage your sleep and recovery.
Most people never think to look at their bedroom environment when they're struggling with sleep. It's often the missing piece.
INVESTIGATE MOLD & DAMPNESS
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
This is where my own health journey started.
Mold toxins (mycotoxins) can cause chronic inflammation, fatigue, brain fog—all those "mystery symptoms" doctors can't explain. I was doing everything right with my food, but mold in my house was undermining all my healthy choices.
Most practitioners never test for environmental triggers. Something's been overlooked.
This discovery changed everything for my health.
UPGRADE COOKWARE & STORAGE
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Non-stick coatings (PFAS/Teflon) and plastic containers can leach chemicals into your food—especially when heated.
This is one of those overlooked exposures that happens three times a day with every meal. Worth investigating.
CHOOSE ORGANIC & QUALITY FOOD STRATEGICALLY
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Pesticide residues accumulate in your body and disrupt hormones. You don't need to buy everything organic.
I help clients focus on the most contaminated produce and quality protein sources. Good→Better→Best.
COFFEE: Lifeboost Coffee - Organic, low-acid coffee
SWAP BODY CARE & ORAL CARE PRODUCTS
WHY I INVESTIGATE THIS
Research shows the average woman uses 12+ personal care products daily—that's potentially 168 unique chemicals before breakfast.
Your skin absorbs what you put on it. Your oral microbiome affects your whole-body health. Worth investigating.
YOUR 30-DAY ACTION PLAN
Don't do everything at once. Follow this timeline:
WEEK 1: Pick ONE swap that feels easiest for you. Make the change and notice how you feel.
WEEK 2: Add a second swap. Focus on high-impact changes (water, air, cleaning products).
WEEK 3: Assess your progress. Are you noticing improvements in energy, sleep, or symptoms?
WEEK 4: Add 1-2 more swaps based on what's working. This is progress, not perfection.
Remember: Small changes compound over time. Building momentum, not chasing perfect.
NEED MORE PERSONALIZED HELP?
This guide is a great start—but if you're still struggling with symptoms, feeling overwhelmed, or not sure what to prioritize, I can help.
I investigate the whole picture: food patterns, blood sugar, gut health, AND your environment—so you finally understand what YOUR body needs.
Something's been overlooked. Let's find it together.
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"It's your body. I help you follow the clues. 🔍"
Michelle LeMaster
Investigate. Release. Thrive.
Certified Instant HTMA Practitioner | Vykon Customs Authorized
Certified Nutrition Therapy Master (NTM) | Health Centers Dr. Pompa Diet & Fasting Certified
Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor (CFNC)
The Wellness Journey with Michelle
Las Vegas, NV | Serving Clients Nationwide Virtually
Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach
I provide nutritional coaching and lifestyle support, not medical treatment or diagnosis.
