Household Cleaning
Have you ever done a financial audit on the cost of cleaning products you use in your homes. If not I suggest that you do so right away – not only are there cheaper alternatives right now but there are other implications which you may not be so clear about.
Lets look at health first:
- the chemicals in cleaning products – personal cleaning products and surface cleaners all contain chemicals that have harmful effects. Parabens being just one. They all damage you health and your families health. I remember a wise friend saying that if you can’t say it or spell it then don’t put it on your skin or in your mouth.
- the antibacterial hand washes are frankly not only virtually useless they are also allowing chemicals to enter the skin – just look up the effects of Triclosan an anti bacterial agent that bacteria are now becoming resistant to. It’s also in toothpaste – what’s that going to do long term?
- are there alternatives that can be used with minimal effect on my health?
Finances:
- the cost of using named brand cleaners could be as much as 10% of our household expenses – and that’s a significant amount.
- Are there alternatives that can save me money?
Alternatives range from vinegar, bicarb, lemon juice, water, oils with a natural fragrance, salt. In fact there are very few if any cleaning products that cannot be exchanged for natural alternatives. Check out the lists and suggestions a:
- http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/364989/how_to_create_an_essential_oil_cleaning.html?cat=68
- http://www.preventcancer.com/consumers/household/indoor_air_poll.htm
- http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/08/080806154716.htm
- enter into a creative discussion at A Life Worth Living – Cleaning Chemical Alternatives
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