TOXIC CHEMICALS TO AVOID: Lesson 5 - Use Tools Like Yuka to Stay Informed
You are responsible for what you put in and on your body. With thousands of unfamiliar ingredients in today’s food, cosmetics, and personal care products, staying informed is more than just smart, it’s essential. However, navigating complicated labels and ingredient lists can be overwhelming, even for well-informed shoppers. That’s where the Yuka app comes in.
Yuka is a free mobile app that allows users to scan barcodes on food and cosmetic products to instantly assess their impact on health. Once scanned, each product is given a clear, color-coded score, ranging from red (poor) to green (excellent) based on its overall quality and safety.
For food items, Yuka evaluates nutritional value, the presence of additives, and whether the product is organic.
For cosmetic and personal care items, the app analyzes ingredients and flags potential health risks, such as endocrine disruptors, allergens, or carcinogens.
If a product scores poorly, Yuka doesn’t just warn you, it recommends healthier alternatives, empowering you to make better choices on the spot.
What sets Yuka apart is its commitment to independence. The platform accepts no advertising or sponsorships from brands or manufacturers, ensuring completely unbiased evaluations.
Available for iOS and Android devices
Learn more or download the app at: www.yuka.io
