Leah Segedie

Founder and Blogger at Mamavation

Founder of @Mamavation, Low-Tox Living Expert, Dubbed "The PFAS Hunter" by Consumer Reports, #boymom

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Green Tea Tested for PFAS "Forever Chemicals" -- Guide

2 weeks ago | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Which Green Teas do not have PFAS “forever chemicals” inside the tea leaves? This is the question we attempted to answer when we sent the most popular green tea brands used inside our community to an EPA-certified laboratory to have the tea leaves tested for 40 PFAS analytes.
Chamomile Teas Tested for PFAS "Forever Chemicals" -- Guide

2 months ago | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Which Chamomile Teas do not have PFAS “forever chemicals” inside the tea leaves? This is the question we attempted to answer when we sent the most popular chamomile tea brands used inside our community to an EPA-certified laboratory to (1) have the tea leaves tested for 40 PFAS analytes and then (2) have the tea bags tested for total fluorine.
Castor Oil Tested For Toxic Phthalates -- Guide

Mar 4, 2025 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Where can you find the safest castor oil products with the least toxic phthalates? Mamavation sent the most popular castor oil products to an EPA-certified laboratory to test them for hormone-disrupting phthalates. You’ve trusted Mamavation to release studies on cooking oils, coffee, Earl Grey Teas, and deodorants, now join us for another consumer study on castor oil. Disclosure: This consumer study is released in partnership with Environmental Health News.
Safest Non-Toxic Slow Cookers -- Guide of Crockpots

Feb 25, 2025 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Where can the safest, non-toxic slow cookers be found? Mamavation has created a guide of crockpots for you to browse through when you’re in the market for a slow cooker for your stews & dishes. You’ve trusted Mamavation to bring you topics like the safest cookware, safest kitchen stand mixers, and safest waffle makers. Now, join us for our investigation on the safest non-toxic slow cookers. Disclosure: This post was medically reviewed by Sondra Strand, RN, BSN, PHN.
Essential Oils Tested for Toxic Phthalates -- Guide

Feb 11, 2025 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Which brand of essential oils has the least amount of toxic phthalate contamination? Mamavation community members use lots of essential oils, so they also wanted to know which brands were the least problematic to the endocrine system. Mamavation has already released similar investigations on olive oil, coconut oil, tallow, ghee, & avocado oil to help your family lower your phthalate exposure.
Bras Tested for Indications of PFAS "Forever Chemicals"--Guide

Jan 28, 2025 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Which bras give you the best support without toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS “forever chemical”) exposure? Having a very good bra isn’t just about support and comfort; it’s also about avoiding undergarments contaminated with harmful chemicals. Safer garments and manufacturing processes mean safer coverage for your breasts.
Safest Espresso Machines, Moka Pots & Stovetop Espresso Makers

Dec 3, 2024 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Where can you find the safest home espresso machines & stovetop espresso makers that don’t leach microplastics & PFAS “forever chemicals” into your espresso shots? Mamavation investigated the most popular brands of espresso machines, Moka pots, and stovetop espresso makers to find out what materials they were using so you can make safer choices for your family.
Tallow & Beef Suet Tested for Toxic Phthalates

Nov 19, 2024 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Which tallows have the least toxic phthalate contamination? Tallow comes from animal fat rendered down and used for cooking and personal care products. When Mamavation sent tallow & beef suet products to our EPA-certified laboratory, many types of phthalates were found. Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals often used as additives in plastics & fragrances that find their way into many foods and personal care products.
Safest Non-Toxic & Natural Pillows for the Whole Family-- Gift Guide

Nov 12, 2024 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Which brands produce the safest non-toxic & natural pillows free from VOCs, formaldehyde, and other contaminants? Mamavation evaluated the most popular pillow brands to help you avoid all the chemical nasties that are prevalent in the pillow industry. You’ve trusted Mamavation to bring you best organic mattresses, safest organic bedding, best air purifiers, & safest weighted blankets, now join us as we bring you our latest investigation on the safest non-toxic pillows.
Safest Juicers with Less Plastic & Microplastics -- Guide

Oct 29, 2024 | mamavation.com | Leah Segedie

Where are the safest non-toxic juicer appliances used to make delicious homemade fresh juices without plastic? Mamavation contacted the most popular juice maker companies asking them about the materials used in their juice makers. We then divided the different juicers by safety concerns instead of focusing on ease of use like other reviewers.