Recommendations
Below you will find some of my favorite brands and products for a healthy home and body. I only partner with brands I personally use and believe in, and you can find more info about each below. This is an ongoing project, so check back for updated recommendations over time!
NOTE: You will not find many herb and supplement recommendations below, as I feel these are safest made within a 1:1 conversation based on your health history and goals. I always use professional brands who adhere to third party testing when making herb/supplement recommendations to patients. Schedule an appointment here.
Non-Toxic Home
A healthy environment is crucial for health and healing. I believe clean water, clean air, and non-toxic bedroom (where we spend the majority of time at home) are first line for “greening” our homes. Here are some of my favorite products to maintain a healthy home.
Removes chlorine, heavy metals & other contaminants from your shower water. I love using this in my 145 year old Brooklyn apartment. Yes, the water pressure is excellent!
Clearly Filtered makes a wide range of water filtration tools (under-sink, pitcher, water bottles, etc). They are third-party tested to remove hundreds of contaminants from our drinking water.
Eating Well
A healthy diet looks different for everyone, and I love working with clients to help them understand their nutritional needs and implement sustainable, well-balanced changes. One thing that is universal, however, is quality. I recommend shopping as small and locally as possible (organic stands at the farmer’s market, local butcher selling grass-fed meat, etc.). Having a well-stocked pantry is also crucial. Here are some resources to help you fill yours with healthy foods.
Thrive Market delivers organic and non-GMO groceries at a discounted rate. They also offer clean home and personal care products. Use this link to get a free gift (up to $60 value) + 20% off your first order.
Primal Kitchen offers pure cooking oils and condiments with trusted ingredients. I love their avocado oil mayo! Use code “UMBEL10” for 10% off.
Natural Skin + Body Care
Our skin is our largest organ, so think of what you put on it the same you think about what you eat. Skincare also goes beyond cleanliness; it is a way many people nourish themselves- where medicinal plants, aromatherapy, and healing touch meet. Here are some of my favorite skincare products that prioritize both clean, natural ingredients as well as beauty.
An aluminum-free option that smells good and actually works . The Yuka app gives Ursa Major products excellent ratings.
Living Libations products are formulated in honor of beauty and health. I love this all-in-one cleanser and moisturizer that is safe for all skin types. For individualized skincare recommendations, I often refer my patients to some of New York’s best holistic estheticians!
I love Marie Veronique’s commitment to microbiome health. The ingredients are top quality and this is a great daily retinol for those seeking some extra collagen support for their skin.
Weleda has been making simple, affordable clean skincare products since 1921. I trust all of their products, but the Skin Food specifically has been the best-value thick hand cream I have found for my dry winter skin.