Did you know that by replacing your vinyl shower curtain with a nylon one or using fragrance-free cleaning products you can make the air in your home healthier? Reducing your exposure to toxic chemicals is important to us—in fact, it’s what we do at Silent Spring Institute.

There is plenty of evidence that common chemicals in everyday products pose a real health risk. This app, developed by our scientists, offers research-based tips on how to avoid certain chemicals where you live and work, and it tracks your progress to see how well you “detox” your life. Detox Me empowers you to take control of your environment and make better choices to safeguard your health. We at Silent Spring Institute believe knowledge is not just power, but a prescription for prevention.

• Take control of toxic chemicals with a personalized guide—learn about chemicals in products, track your progress, get reminders, and celebrate milestones! Each tip offers an easy action and a compelling explanation of how small changes can lead to better health.
• Evaluate key areas of your daily life with 6 categories—home, food and drink, clothing, personal care, cleaning, and children—and 270 tips.
• Quickly find key tips when you need them. Use the barcode scanner or text search option to find tips relevant to a specific product category.
• Decode product labels with the help of the Label Guide, replace products with simple non-toxic ingredients using the DIY Guide, and check out top 10 tips for each category.
• Share with friends and family and get your neighbors involved in “detoxing” their lives.