The Label Isn’t the Truth

Why “natural,” “eco,” and “non-toxic” don’t mean what we think they do.

If there’s one thing motherhood taught me quickly, it’s this:

The front of the package is marketing.
The back of the package is the truth.

When I first started learning about low-tox living, I assumed that if something looked eco-friendly — soft colors, leaves, earthy words like “green” or “pure” — it must be safer for my family.

But labels don’t always tel…