Author: Tober

Tober graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2010 with a bachelor's degree in biology. While attending college full time, she worked full time for a biotechnology research lab intent on curing aging. Unfortunately funding is always in question for privately funded research laboratories, so she moved on to work in healthcare. Tober started Nature's Complement after developing adverse reactions to many of the common personal care products found on store shelves, and now works on her business full time while continuing to research health and developing products for her business.
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Book Review: Depression Hates a Moving Target by Nita Sweeney

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I’m not a runner, never have been, and I don’t intend to become one. In fact, I’m one of those people who believes marathon running, when pushed to extremes, can be hard on the body. Yes, exercise is important, but more is not always better. And yet, despite my ongoing advocacy for balanced, sustainable health, I genuinely enjoyed this book. That said, experienced runners may notice discrepancies between their own knowledge and what’s presented here. This is not a book for seasoned athletes. It’s a book for beginners—for people who need inspiration to get off the couch, not those already logging miles. Continue reading
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One More Thing to Watch Out For: The Hidden Dangers of Non-Stick Cookware

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As if there isn’t enough to worry about between toxic ingredients in our food and personal‑care products, not to mention the containers they come in, now there’s another issue: what’s safe to cook with. Non‑stick pans have been sold for what, decades now? We were told they made life easier. But are they actually safe? Or is there something to the recently passed California bill that would prohibit PFAS in your cookware1? Continue reading
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Australia’s Sunscreen Scandal – Why SPF Numbers Can Be Misleading

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Australia’s status as the world’s skin‑cancer capital makes the recent revelations about sunscreen SPF failures all the more alarming. A major consumer investigation conducted in mid‑2025 revealed that many widely sold sunscreens were not providing the protection they claimed, shaking public confidence and prompting recalls, regulatory reviews, and widespread debate about sunscreen testing practices. While this story has played out most visibly in Australia, the problem extends far beyond its borders, raising concerns about sunscreen reliability across the globe.[1,2] Continue reading
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Why Packaging (Not Just Ingredients) Matters in the Products You Use and Eat

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The deeper you dive into clean living, the more you realize it’s not just about what ingredients are in your food and personal‑care products—it’s also about what they’re packaged in. Whether it’s the plastic wrap on your vegetables, the bottle holding your shampoo, or the take‑out container holding your lunch, packaging can significantly affect your long‑term health. Continue reading
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What’s in Your Tampon? A Look at Heavy Metals and Safety Concerns

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You may have seen headlines recently about a study that found heavy metals in some of the most common tampon brands. While the topic sounds alarming, it’s also an important reminder of why ingredient transparency matters — not just in food and skincare, but in everything that comes in contact with your body. Continue reading
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Toxic Touch: The Ongoing Discovery of Benzene in Self-Care Staples

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Unveiling the unseen risks lurking in your bathroom cabinet. Recent investigations—most notably from independent lab Valisure—have uncovered a disturbing truth: numerous personal care products, including sunscreens, dry shampoos, and now acne treatments, are contaminated with benzene, a known carcinogen. This revelation raises serious concerns about the safety of everyday items we trust and use regularly. Continue reading
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