From work and family to finances, fitness and sleep, many people are already juggling an endless list of everyday concerns. Now, new research suggests another issue is weighing on consumers’ minds: the impact of chemicals found in everyday products.
A recent CHEM Trust/Ipsos survey found that more than half of UK adults are concerned about the effects that potentially harmful chemicals in daily life may have on their health. Yet for many, the idea of reducing exposure can feel overwhelming, adding another task to an already crowded to-do list.
Whilst we already invest in our health through nutrition, exercise and supplements, hidden chemical exposure could be working against us. By understanding what our body is being exposed to, we can take an informed next step in supporting those efforts. A new Everyday Chemicals Test from lastinghealth aims to change that by making it easier for people to understand their own exposure and take practical, manageable steps to reduce it.
Rather than encouraging people to strive for an unrealistic “chemical-free” lifestyle, the test is designed to help individuals focus on simple changes that fit naturally into everyday routines. From food packaging and personal care products to household cleaners and home furnishings, many of the chemicals we encounter every day are part of modern life. The goal is not elimination, but informed decision-making.
Turning concern into practical action
Public health and environmental experts increasingly encourage people to minimise unnecessary exposure to certain chemicals where possible. Common advice includes choosing products with fewer synthetic ingredients, reducing indoor dust, avoiding heavily fragranced products, and limiting the use of plastics for heating or storing food.
But knowing where to start can be difficult.
The Everyday Chemicals Test provides a personalised snapshot of exposure by screening for 27 commonly encountered environmental chemicals, including parabens, phthalates, pesticides, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and plastic-related compounds.
Using a single urine sample, the laboratory analysis employs LC-MS/MS (liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry), a highly sensitive technology capable of detecting metabolites associated with these substances. Results are benchmarked against reference ranges, giving users a clearer understanding of which chemicals may be contributing most to their personal exposure profile.
Personalised guidance, without the guesswork
Importantly, the test is designed to go beyond simply reporting results. Each user receives tailored guidance based on their individual profile, helping them prioritise the changes likely to make the biggest difference for them.
Instead of feeling pressure to overhaul every aspect of daily life, users can focus on one or two achievable adjustments at a time – whether that’s swapping a favourite shampoo, choosing unscented household products, reconsidering food storage habits, or selecting lower-chemical decorating materials.
By highlighting priority areas, the service aims to replace uncertainty with a practical, evidence-informed plan.
Small changes can feel lighter
Making positive changes often fails because people believe they need to do everything at once. In reality, small, sustainable adjustments are often the easiest to maintain over the long term.
There can be reassurance in simply understanding more about the environment around us and taking a first step towards reducing avoidable exposures. International public health organisations, including the World Health Organization, continue to highlight the importance of reducing unnecessary exposure to certain environmental chemicals as part of a broader approach to supporting long-term health.
The Everyday Chemicals Test has been developed to help people move from worry to action – not by adding another burden, but by making one aspect of modern life feel a little more manageable.
Because when the guesswork is removed, reducing your everyday chemical exposure can become one less thing to worry about.
For a one-off investment of £399 you can establish your exposure to everyday chemicals. Order now at www.lastinghealth.com
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