Sophia Ruan Gushée is a sought-after nontoxic lifestyle expert or “healthy home guru." Author of the critically acclaimed book A to Z of D-Toxing:  The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Our Toxic Exposures, Sophia is also founder of Ruan Living, a multimedia company. Ruan Living produces podcasts and workshops to empower people with overlooked information and practical tweaks that can help them optimize health and joy.

Sophia’s work has appeared across a variety of outlets—including the Dr. Oz Show, Mind Body Green, Well + Good, and Modern Luxury. She is an in-demand speaker, podcaster, mentor, and social entrepreneur. 

Sophia is a graduate of Brown University and Columbia Business School. She is also a certified yoga teacher. 

Sophia and her husband live in NYC with their three children and Golden Doodle.