Thursday, March 31, 2011

Benefits of using Organic Cleaning Products and Pesticides

Many positive things will begin to occur when you stop using cleaning products generally available at the supermarket and switch using organic cleaning products:

1. You do not have to be concerned about your loved ones breathing in dangerous chemicals.

2. You end up saving more money.

3. Your house is cleaner and smells more pleasant than ever before.
If you have ever eyed those unfamiliar cleaning products labeled “organic” or “all natural” in the store and wondered if they really worked, you are not alone. Most people have seen these products on the shelves but assume that they don’t work very well or they would be better known.

Here is the one fact that most individuals do not understand: 
these products are indeed becoming better known and gaining in popularity! 

Using organic pesticides in gardening has risen in popularity amongst gardeners for several years and there is certainly a growing need for organic cleaning products as more people begin to realize the benefits of using these products for cleaning in the home as well. What most people do not know is that most individuals prefer to make their own organic cleaning solutions at home instead of buying them in the store, which is more expensive.
This is likely why you don’t see more organic cleaning products on the store shelves. Many people prefer to mix up their own at home for convenience sake and to save a lot of money.

Benefits of Organic Cleaning Products.
A huge difference between organic cleaning agents is not if they work when in use, but what is in them. They are created with very natural ingredients that are not as dangerous to people if taken in or inhaled. This means you do not have to be as concerned about your kids being exposed to cleaning agents or breathing in powerful fumes while you clean the home.

When you create your own organic cleaning products, you will also benefit from the savings you will get over buying powerful chemical products on offer in stores. Instead of paying for packaging, brand names and advertising you just conveniently buy some easy to find ingredients and mix those together to make a solution that will work just as well as a commercial product.

If you could break down most of the cleaning products on the shelves at stores today you would find that most of them are based on very simple ingredients anyway. There is no reason you can’t use those effective ingredients minus the harmful chemicals that are often added in.

Benefits of Organic Pesticides.

Organic pesticides have become the most popular technique used for eliminating garden pests. People that love to garden are now using organic products because they do not like the harmful chemicals that are being used in products for sale in shops. They also enjoy the money saved from using easy to find organic ingredients that can be bought inexpensively anywhere.

If you want to make the switch and clean your house or eliminate garden pests with organic cleaning products and organic pesticides just put in some effort and do some research online. You will see many natural techniques to create your own organic cleaning formulas to keep your home looking immaculate and smelling wonderful, and by making your own formulas you know that it will be safe for your family.

Organic pesticide and cleaning products are not inferior to chemical-based products you purchase off store shelves. As more people catch onto this fact they will become even more popular and the prices on store-bought organic cleaning products will start to come down more and more.

Friday, March 11, 2011

Going Green: The Benefits of Using Organic Skin products


Nowadays, most people are making the transition from being predominantly synthetic to going completely green. From the kind of cars we drive, to the clothes we wear, to the foods that we eat, everything is moving towards a natural state of being. It’s no different in the area of skin products. We can see this in the immense popularity of organic skin products that compete alongside the more well-known department store bought skin care products. But are these products just about going green for the environment or are there other benefits as well?
 
Organic skin products are extremely friendly for the environment. And unlike their synthetic made counterparts, organic skin products disintegrate well after they are discarded. They can be used freely without the fear of them reaching dangerous toxicity levels.

Organic skin products are totally natural. They contain plant herbs, and sometimes animal products. But these are completely non-synthetic, which means more people can use them for their skin treatments without fear of breaking into allergies or rashes. Also, these are all-weather, all-region skin care products which means you can use them anywhere – from a tropical Asian beach to a freezing Arctic tundra!

Organic skin products are relatively cheap. Most of them, with a few expensive exceptions, are quite cheap and can be even made at home provided you have a good guidebook on making organic skin products. In any case, organic skin product lines offer you more value for money.

Organic skin products are easily available too. Your neighborhood store may keep stock of them, or you could just simply order them online. There are numerous organic skin product companies that advertise and maintain online presence through individual websites. And its better too, because you can get the full range of products of a particular company if having tried one that you really like. And most organic skin care product companies will deliver their products to your doorstep. It’s the commercially made cosmetic product brands that don’t normally offer this kind of service.

Using organic skin products is like going back to the basics. Getting these kinds of products to take care of your skin is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. It’s good for you and good for the environment. In this age of environmental depletion, buying organic skin products and going green for Mother Earth is one of the best ways we can pay her back.

Source:
Skin Beauty Review
http://www.skinbeautyreview.com

Thursday, March 10, 2011

The Benefits of Organic Toothpaste and Mouthwash

Using Organic Toothpaste and Mouthwash

Organic Toothpaste
The majority of us are simply unaware of the toxic ingredients that are in products we use every day. Did you know that most all toothpastes on the market contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), an ingredient that is known to dry out your mouth and cause canker sores? Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is such a harsh chemical that it can cause damage to the oral tissues lining the inside of your mouth. When these tissues shed, they feed the bacteria that create taste disorders and Halitosis.¹
Choosing organic toothpaste and mouthwash is a positive step that you can take for living green. Ideally, you should look for products that are chemical free, non-toxic, and USDA certified as organic. Is organic toothpaste and mouthwash hard to find? Not really. While you might have some difficulty finding truly organic products at your local retailer, this really depends upon where you live. Even if you do have some trouble finding organic toothpaste and mouthwash in stores, you should not have any problem finding a wide variety of them online.

DID YOU KNOW?
As much as 89% of personal care products have not been evaluated for their safety.




In order to find true organic toothpaste and mouthwash products, you will need to dedicate yourself to reading labels. Keep in mind that most commercial products contain a list of ingredients that, on the surface, are rather meaningless to most of us. When you see ingredients listed that you are not familiar with, take charge and find out what they are! This is a really good way that you can learn about the various types of chemicals that are routinely present in every day health and beauty items.

Dangers of Non-Organic Toothpaste & Mouthwash

One of the main reasons that organic products in general have become so popular is because people throughout the world are becoming more concerned not only about their own health and well being, but about the health of the environment as well. Do you really want to brush your teeth and gums with harmful chemicals? Of course not! None of us do.
  • Chemicals in toothpaste are responsible for drying out tissues in the mouth and could lead to canker sores
  • Most mouthwashes can be harmful or fatal if swallowed
  • Fluoride overused can cause mottling (a tooth disease), cancer, renal or kidney failure and more
  • Chemicals found in bathroom disinfectants are used in some mouthwashes
  • Ammonia, formaldehyde, and hydrogen peroxide are common ingredients in mouthwash
Many people mistakenly believe that truly organic products cost a small fortune. And, this makes them reluctant to seek out the products that they know would be better for them. The fact is organic products can be purchased for little or no more than the popular commercial brands. And with all that is at stake, it's no wonder that organics are rising in popularity, and it's not just toothpaste and mouthwash that are getting attention. You can review all your healthcare products because a frightening majority of them are made with many of the same harsh chemicals.

DID YOU KNOW?
In the past 67 years, the FDA has only banned the use of 9 personal care ingredients. The EU has banned 450.


Another reason that organic toothpaste and mouthwash are important is because 60% of everything that you put onto your skin can be absorbed and inhaled. The majority of the commercial toothpastes and mouthwashes on the market today are manufactured with ingredients that are known to be dangerous. These toxins that we absorb and inhale from toothpaste and mouthwash can remain in our bodies throughout our lifetimes!

How to Choose Your Organic Toothpaste & Mouthwash

When searching for organic toothpaste and mouthwash products, try to avoid the ones that contain any of the following:
  • Parabens
  • Mineral Oil
  • Petroleum
  • Propylene Glycol
  • Synthetic Flavorings
  • Synthetic Fragrance
It is also important to ensure that the products you purchase are not animal tested. Cruelty free products are a more wholesome choice for you and your family to use.
It's always your best practice to read the labels. Many products state on their labels that they're "organic" or "natural" and really are not. They may contain a small amount of the good stuff, but the rest of their formula includes the bad stuff. Unfortunately, the bad stuff usually makes up the larger percentage of its content.


REFERENCES

  1. Why Your Oral Products May Be Giving you Bad Breath. Dr. Harold Katz. http://blog.therabreath.com/?p=32.
  2. Best organics for health. http://www.bestorganicsforhealth.com/site/1357438/. Accessed 31 May 2008.
  3. Why natural and organic? http://kissmyface.com/naturepage.html. Accessed 31 May 2008.
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