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Household Cleaning:
Use of toxic cleaning products represents a major source of
chemical pollution in the home. Toxic chemicals have long-term
harmful effects on the body and may cause cancer and other diseases,
especially chronic illness.
Everyone who is chemically sensitive or wants to avoid becoming
chemically sensitive should keep contact with synthetic chemicals to
a minimum. The more exposure to chemicals, the greater danger of
adverse results. Limiting chemical exposure in the home can increase
the chances of the human body handling the onslaught of chemicals
outside of the home. Whether a chemical is ingested, inhaled, or
absorbed through the skin, it enters the bloodstream with the same
adverse results.
The following are some safer alternatives for household cleaning
and they really work; however, when choosing any cleaning agent,
test it to determine whether it is safe for you.
Laundry detergent
1. SHAKLEE BASIC L (avoid complex chemicals, perfumes)
2. AMWAY SA8 contain no scent, leaves no chemical residue on clothes.
3. NEO-LIFE
4. Unscented TIDE or other unscented detergents
5. IVORY DETERGENT
Laundry Bleach
1. Oxygen (nonchlorine) bleaches: CLOROX II or SNOWY BLEACH. They contain hydrogen peroxide.
Laundry Whiteners
1. 20 MULE TEAM BORAX
2. MIRACLE WHITE
Fabric Softeners
1. CALGON
2. 1/2 cup vinegar to rinse water
3. Unsented store brands
Chemical Neutralizers; products will remove scents, help break down chemical build-up in fabrics
1. 1/2 cup baking soda to rinse water
2. 1/2 cup vinegar to rinse water
Stain Remover
1. Hydrogen peroxide
2. Sea Salt
3. Lemon Juice
Scouring Powder
1. BON AMI
2. Baking soda on sponge
Dishwasher Compounds
1. SHAKLEE BASIC D
2. AMWAY DISHDROPS
3. NEO-LIFE
Chrome Cleaner
1. Apply pure cider vinegar with a soft cloth, then buff with a paper towel.
2. Whiting (calcium carbonate) available at paint stores.