What 18 Years of Simplifying Nontoxic Living Has Taught Me: Interview with DailyMail’s Health Editor (Part 4)

In Part 4 of our special podcast series, the tables turn—DailyMail’s U.S. Deputy Health Editor, Alexa Lardieri, interviews me about my 18-year journey of detoxing my home and life.

For nearly two decades, I’ve dedicated my personal and professional life to understanding—and simplifying—the complex world of toxic exposures. But this episode was a first: instead of me asking the questions, I got to be on the other side of the mic.

Alexa Lardieri, who’s been experiencing Ruan’s 40-Day Home Detox firsthand, turned the spotlight on me for her upcoming article in the DailyMail. She asked thoughtful, tough, and deeply important questions that brought out the core of what I’ve learned over 18 years of research, motherhood, and advocacy.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What’s surprised me the most in my 18-year journey

• How I approach nontoxic living as a mom—both to toddlers and teens

• What I wish regulatory agencies would do to better protect public health

• 3 simple, actionable steps that anyone can take today to reduce toxic exposures at home

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re years into your own detox journey, this episode will leave you feeling more empowered, not more overwhelmed.

For parents: toddlers or teens

We dive into real-life strategies for parents—how to create a safer home environment without driving yourself crazy. If you’ve ever wondered where to draw the line, or how to prioritize, this is for you.

Why this matters more than ever

With so much conflicting information online and few meaningful regulatory safeguards, it’s never been more important to be your own advocate. This conversation highlights both how far we've come—and how far we still need to go—to truly protect ourselves and our families.

Listen Now:

Episode 89 – What 18 Years of Simplifying Nontoxic Living Taught Me

And stay tuned for Alexa’s article in the DailyMail, where she’ll share what it was really like to go through the 40-Day Home Detox—and why she thinks more people need to try it.

If you’re ready to take the first steps toward a healthier home, check out Ruan’s 40-Day Home Detox for your Ultimate Home Detox™.