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[Ep. 12] Low Tox Food Swaps [Part 2/2]

November 04, 2025 • Ayla & Whit • Season 1 • Episode 12

Show Notes

In this episode, Ayla and Whit continue their discussion on low tox lifestyle changes, focusing on food swaps. They share practical tips for making healthier choices, delve into the impact of food dyes and natural flavors, and discuss the challenges of navigating seed oils and preservatives. The conversation also touches on the importance of organic choices, sourcing meat and eggs, and the benefits of water filtration systems. Throughout, they emphasize the idea of progress over perfection in making dietary changes.

Chapters

[00:00] Introduction to Low Tox Lifestyle Changes

[01:22] Tips for Low Tox Swaps in Food

[05:57] The Impact of Food Dyes

[11:49] Understanding Natural Flavors

[22:46] The Controversy of Seed Oils

[27:30] Preservatives and Stabilizers in Food

[29:02] The Glyphosate Concern in Grains

[30:48] Navigating Meat Choices and Costs

[32:49] The Shift Towards Organic and Local Foods

[34:59] Egg Quality and Sourcing

[37:04] Cleaning Produce: Best Practices

[38:39] Water Filtration Systems Explained

[42:15] Organic vs Non-Organic: Making Informed Choices

Keywords

low tox lifestyle, food swaps, health, natural flavors, food dyes, organic food, seed oils, preservatives, healthy eating, family health

Favourites/ Product Mentions

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Music: "LoFi Piano Beat Intro 0127" by TuesdayNight — sourced from Pixabay (https://pixabay.com/music/)