Here’s a list of 13 things you can do to make sure you minimize the amount of toxins entering your system. I’ve included the list here without any explanation of why each is important. Visit the original article for the full view.

1. Stay away from processed meats like bacon, hot dogs, and sausage.
2. Stick to low-mercury fish like American-farmed tilapia instead of swordfish or tuna.
3. Reduce the amount of canned food you consume.
4. Cut back on meat and dairy products.
5. Skip the diet soda and artificial sweeteners.
6. Choose the farmed fish carefully.
7. Opt for organic chicken.
8. Only drink milk that says “no rBGH” on the carton because recombinant bovine growth hormone has been linked with breast cancer. Better yet, opt for responsibly-produced, unsweetened soy, nut or rice milk.
9. Avoid manufactured snacks.
10. Stay away from artificially-colored foods like candy, maraschino cherries, and gelatin.
11. Always buy organic produce.
12. Use stainless steel or cast iron cookware to prepare your meals.
13. Never microwave food in plastic bowls, containers, or dishes.

It’s no coincidence that a least six of these items (in bold above) can be accomplished simply by going vegetarian, and a few more by going vegan. The rest have to do with buying some new kitchen equipment and increasing your will power. Good luck.