Non-Toxic Living

Non-Toxic Dad - Warren Phillips
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Non-Toxic Living is a podcast for people who want to live healthier, more intentional lives — without getting lost in fear or confusion. Hosted by Warren, the creator behind @nontoxicdad, each episode explores how to reduce toxins in your home, food, and environment through simple, science-backed steps that fit real life. You’ll hear from trusted experts, learn from Warren’s own experiments, and discover small changes that make a big difference for your health and family. Whether you’re just starting your non-toxic journey or refining it, this show will help you make choices that feel natural, sustainable, and empowering. New episodes twice a month on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    The Mold Problem You Can’t See - Dr. Ashley Beckman Breaks It Down

    Watch this video to understand what true detoxification should look like, then get The Root Cause Cellular Toxicity Assessment™ Test Bundle: https://nontoxicdad.com/answers/ What happens when the place you call home is making you sick? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ashley Beckman for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked environmental health concerns: mold. Dr. Ashley shares her journey from chemical sensitivity and chronic symptoms to discovering significant mold exposure in her home. We discuss why mold can be difficult to identify, what happened when she had to leave her home, and the painful process of deciding what to clean, keep, or throw away. We also explore mycotoxin testing, detoxification, personal belongings, furniture, clothing, remediation, and why creating a healthier home environment requires looking at both the environment and the body. We talk about the bigger picture: finding root causes, making informed choices, and empowering families, especially children, to understand how their environment can affect their health. "If we can clean up families' homes and clean up the diet and things like that, you really do mitigate a lot of problems in someone's entire future." ~ Dr. Ashley Beckman Resources: - Home Sick Home Docuseries - https://secure.homesickhome.com/nontoxicdad - Vibrant Wellness Environmental Toxins Test - https://vibrant-wellness.com/tests/toxins/environmental-toxins - Doctor's Data Toxic Metals Urine Test - https://www.doctorsdata.com/Urine-Toxic-Metals - The Shoemaker Protocol™ Visual Contrast Sensitivity Test (VCS) - https://www.vcstest.com/ - EC3 Laundry Additive (helps remove mold spores from your clothing, linens, and washing machines) - https://microbalancehealthproducts.com/products/ec3-laundry-additive.html? Connect with Dr. Ashley Beckman: - Website - https://drashley.com/ - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drashleybeckman/ Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  2. Sep 24 ·  Video

    Your Body Has a “Toxic Bucket”: What Happens When It Overflows?

    Watch this video to understand what true detoxification should look like, then get The Root Cause Cellular Toxicity Assessment™ Test Bundle: https://nontoxicdad.com/answers/ What if the health problems we struggle with aren’t caused by one thing, but by the cumulative effect of countless exposures over time? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jaban Moore to explore how environmental toxins, chronic illness, stress, and the body’s ability to recover are connected. We talk about the “toxic bucket” analogy and why everyone may have a different threshold for dealing with environmental exposures. We discuss the “thousand razor blades” effect—how seemingly small exposures can add up over time.  I recount my journey as someone whose health was severely impacted by toxic exposure and then share what helped me begin rebuilding. We also explore practical ways to reduce your toxic load and create an environment that better supports your health. “You've got to calm the body and get rid of the toxins. And one or the other is not an option—you have to do both.” ~ Dr. Jaban Moore Resources: - Know what's in your tap water - https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/ - Toxic causes of mental illness are overlooked - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18621076/ Connect with Dr. Jaban Moore: - Website - https://drjabanmoore.com/ - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjabanmoore Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  3. Sep 17 ·  Video

    What China Taught Me About Health, Family, AI, and What America May Be Missing

    Watch this video to understand what true detoxification should look like, then get The Root Cause Cellular Toxicity Assessment™ Test Bundle: https://nontoxicdad.com/answers/ What happens when you spend years on the front lines as a first responder, lose people you love, watch the healthcare system fail people you care about, and then discover there may be other ways to support the body? That’s part of Claire Martinsen’s story.  Claire and I have crossed paths in the functional medicine world. She has lived so many different sides of health. She’s been a first responder, worked in emergency medicine, helped her family build a distribution business focused on safer, non-toxic products, and she’s now helping people explore peptides and other natural healing strategies through her company, BioBloom. Claire grew up in China, and we talked about the difference between Chinese and American family culture and the importance of community. Then we went down some fascinating rabbit holes. And I saved one of the most profound questions for the end: What’s more toxic–Chinese education or American education? Claire’s answer might surprise you. Want to learn more about peptides and some of the natural health strategies Claire and I talked about today? Head over to BioBloom and check it out (Use code NONTOXICDAD at checkout to get 50% off for a limited time). “It's all about authenticity. It's all about being true to yourself…You do bad, karma is going to come and get you." ~ Claire Martinsen Claire’s Bitter Melon Recipes: Stuffed Bitter Melon Soup (Vietnamese Style) - Hollow out the bitter melon - Mix minced wood fungus with ground meat (ground beef or turkey) and stuff the bitter melon with the mixture - Simmer in bone broth or chicken broth for 4 hours until the melon is super soft - Cut and serve over rice Cold Bitter Melon Salad - Cut up the bitter melon - Mix with vinegar, salt, a little sugar (such as allulose), and chili oil - Optionally, add peanuts Stir-fry - Stir-fry bitter melon with Chinese black fungus and eggs Connect with Claire Martinsen: - Website - https://biobloomofficial.com/ - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wheretoclaire/ Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  4. Sep 10 ·  Video

    How to Break the Burnout Cycle With Patrice Bonfiglio

    Watch this video to understand what true detoxification should look like, then get The Root Cause Cellular Toxicity Assessment™ Test Bundle: https://nontoxicdad.com/answers/ Burnout is a significant global issue, with productivity losses reaching over $300 billion annually, and the United States leading in these statistics. But what if burnout isn’t just a work problem? What if it's a sign that you’ve become disconnected from yourself, your family, and the stuff that makes you feel alive? In this episode, I sit down with Patrice Bonfiglio, author of The Burnout Imperative, to discuss the hidden toxicity of modern work culture and why so many people feel trapped in a cycle of stress, exhaustion, and constant productivity. Patrice shares her experience with burnout and what she discovered about the connection between leadership, purpose, creativity, and sustainable success. We also explore how burnout can show up at home, especially for parents who carry the mental load of family life. We talk about reconnecting with your children, creating space for fun and creativity, sharing responsibilities, and using technology like AI to reduce (not increase) your mental burden. Finally, we discuss what it means to stop simply “doing” and start living again. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear this message. “We need to feel alive when we’re working, even if it's Monday." ~ Patrice Bonfiglio Resources: - The Burnout Imperative by Patrice Bonfiglio - https://patricebonfiglio.com/book/ - How to Prevent Employee Burnout -  https://www.gallup.com/workplace/313160/preventing-and-dealing-with-employee-burnout.aspx - Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1982149671 Connect with Patrice Bonfiglio: - Website - https://patricebonfiglio.com/ Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  5. Sep 3 ·  Video

    What 17 Years of Marriage Taught Us About Love, Parenting, and Family Connection

    I’ve been married to Rebecca for 17 years, and this conversation is one of the most personal and honest episodes I’ve ever recorded. We talk about what it really takes to build a strong marriage, especially when two people bring different personalities, patterns, expectations, and past experiences into a relationship.  We share how our relationship evolved from conflict, disconnection, and even thoughts of divorce into the deeper partnership we have today and why commitment, self-reflection, listening, and learning to respond instead of react changed everything for us. We also get into parenting, homeschooling, and why disagreements in front of your kids aren't necessarily a bad thing if children get to see healthy reconciliation afterward. We discuss breaking inherited patterns and creating a culture of connection at home. This conversation is about realizing that change is possible. Rebecca has watched me become more emotionally open, present, and connected, and I've watched her grow in confidence and continue becoming the woman, mother, and partner she wants to be.  I think it's a fallacy, and what I've observed in successful relationships over the years is that we need to get rid of the idea that relationships are 50/50. ~ Rebecca Phillips Resources: - Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1982149671 Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  6. Aug 27 ·  Video

    Why Testosterone Is Falling in Younger Men with Dr. Howard Aubert

    What happens if your testosterone level is low? In this episode, Dr. Howard Aubert and I dive into why testosterone matters for far more than muscle and sex drive, including energy, motivation, cognitive function, bone density, cardiovascular health, and metabolic health. We talk about why low testosterone appears to be increasingly common in younger men and why simply chasing higher numbers may not be the answer. We also explore the risks and limitations of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), especially for younger men who may still have the ability to produce testosterone naturally. Dr. Aubert explains why looking at the bigger picture can reveal potential reasons for low testosterone that may be otherwise overlooked. We discuss TRT, pellets, injections, topical testosterone, certain medications, and why individualized treatment and regular monitoring matter.  Finally, we take a deeper look at the environmental side of male hormone health. We discuss microplastics found in testicular tissue, hormone-disrupting chemicals such as phthalates, and the importance of reducing toxic exposures. We also talk about combining medical treatment with foundational lifestyle changes. “Most guys have no idea how much better they could be feeling if their testosterone were optimized." ~ Dr. Howard Aubert Resources: - Gonadal steroids and body composition, strength, and sexual function in men - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24024838/ - Microplastics and male reproductive system: A comprehensive review based on cellular and molecular effects - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12937021/ - American Urological Association - https://www.auanet.org/ - NADS Organic Underwear - https://nadsunder.com/ - Microplastics Test - https://blueprint.bryanjohnson.com/products/microplastics-test Connect with Dr. Howard Aubert: - Website (Pazona MD) - https://pazonamd.com/ Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  7. Aug 20 ·  Video

    How To Calm Autoimmunity Through Diet and Lifestyle With Mickey Trescott

    What if your autoimmune condition isn’t just caused by your genes but by the environment, foods, and toxins that influence how those genes are expressed? In this episode, I sit down with Mickey Trescott, a leading voice in the autoimmune health space, to explore why autoimmune disease is becoming one of the fastest-growing health challenges today.  We dive into the connection between the gut, the microbiome, and immune function, and discuss why autoimmune conditions are deeply influenced by environmental factors, diet, lifestyle, stress, and the health of our gut barrier.  Mickey shares her journey with Hashimoto’s and celiac disease, and explains how her own struggles led her to discover the principles behind the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP). She breaks down the research behind AIP and why it has shown promise for conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and Hashimoto’s. If you or someone you love is struggling with autoimmune symptoms, this conversation could provide a roadmap for helping the body to heal with the right environment, nutrition, and lifestyle choices. “Every autoimmune disease is linked by gut dysfunction." ~ Mickey Trescott Resources: - The New Autoimmune Protocol by Mickey Trescott - https://theautoimmuneprotocol.com/books/#naip - Efficacy of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet for Inflammatory Bowel Disease - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28858071/ - Research on AIP and Intestinal RNA Expression Changes - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7147823/ - Dr. Alessio Fasano’s research on Leaky Gut and Autoimmune Diseases - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22109896/ - The theory of disappearing microbiota and the epidemics of chronic diseases - https://www.nature.com/articles/nri.2017.77 Connect with Mickey Trescott: - Website - https://theautoimmuneprotocol.com/ Connect with Warren Phillips: - Website - https://www.nontoxicdad.com/  - Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/  - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nontoxicdad

  8. Aug 14 ·  Video

    Never Buy Garlic Again! Here's How We Grow & Store It

    Most people just grab garlic at the grocery store without a second thought. But what if you could grow, harvest, and store enough of your own to last all year? In this episode Warren heads into the garden to harvest his homegrown garlic, then walks through how he cures and stores it so it keeps for months without losing flavor or potency. Growing and storing your own means garlic with no sprays, no fumigation, and no mystery about where it's been, something a grocery store bulb can rarely promise. Watch the full episode to learn how to harvest, cure, and store garlic that actually lasts.

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Non-Toxic Living is a podcast for people who want to live healthier, more intentional lives — without getting lost in fear or confusion. Hosted by Warren, the creator behind @nontoxicdad, each episode explores how to reduce toxins in your home, food, and environment through simple, science-backed steps that fit real life. You’ll hear from trusted experts, learn from Warren’s own experiments, and discover small changes that make a big difference for your health and family. Whether you’re just starting your non-toxic journey or refining it, this show will help you make choices that feel natural, sustainable, and empowering. New episodes twice a month on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

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  • Creator
    Non-Toxic Dad - Warren Phillips
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Non-Toxic Living 2025
  • Show Website
    Non-Toxic Living

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