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Tag: Healthy Living
Thought for today
Talk less, listen more: True power lies in understanding, which can only come when we listen more and talk less.
Thought for Sunday
Worry less, dance more: Life’s a dance. The music will never be perfect, but don’t let that stop us from enjoying the rhythm!
Today’s bit of wisdom
Frown less, smile more: Smiles are infectious, spread them around! Each smile makes the world a bit more beautiful.
Do you use Dawn dish soap?
It has often been mentioned that Dawn dish soap has formaldehyde in it and I often receive a response something like, “Surely not! Wildlife rescues use Dawn to wash wildlife after commercial oil tanker spills. I remember the commercials!”
Dawn Dish Soap is toxic because it contains harmful ingredients like Triclosan, 1,4-dioxane, synthetic dye, fragrance, and the dreaded methylisothiazolinone. These ingredients can cause mild to severe health conditions like nerve and liver damage, skin irritation, and allergic reactions.
You see, companies are not required to list all ingredients on personal use products, just industry level. Did you know formaldehyde has about 14 different names? If you research, you will see methylisothiazolinone and Methylchloroisothiazolinone are both forms of formaldehyde.
Many dish soap brands have labels that state the product is “biodegradable” with Methylisothiazlinone and Methylchloroisothiazolinone listed as ingredients. If you are, like me, are allergic to formaldehyde, you may want to make certain you are avoiding that these chemicals to prevent skin reactions.
Dawn soap is also toxic to wildlife, especially the aquatic community, because it poisons the water. This liquid cleaning agent contains 1,4-dioxane, a substance renowned for polluting or contaminating the water.
Methylisothiazolinone is highly toxic for freshwater and estuarine organisms. Dawn also contains plenty of other dangerous chemicals. Pei-14 PEG-24/Ppg-16 Copolymer has links to cancer, organ effects, skin irritation, and damage to your vision.
Even the company EWG, which allows companies to buy good ratings, give Dawn a D rating!
That’s why I threw away all my Dawn and switched to Lemon Brite, because I want to ensure my family’s health.
You can learn more about dish detergents and biodegradability by clicking on this link
Save money at the pumps
Here are some tips on how to save money at the pumps! Get the most out of your gas dollars.
Tip #1: Only buy or fill up your car or truck in the early morning when the ground temperature is still cold.
Remember that all service stations have their storage tanks buried below ground. The colder the ground the more dense the gasoline, when it gets warmer gasoline expands, so buying in the afternoon or in the evening….your gallon is not exactly a gallon. In the petroleum business, the specific gravity and the temperature of the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, ethanol and other petroleum products plays an important role.
A one-degree rise in temperature is a big deal for this business—service stations do not have temperature compensation at the pumps.
Tip #2: When you’re filling up do not squeeze the trigger of the nozzle to a fast mode.
If you look you will see that the trigger has three (3) stages: low, middle, and high. You should be pumping on low mode, thereby minimizing the vapors that are created while you are pumping. All hoses at the pump have a vapor return. If you are pumping on the fast rate, some of the liquid that goes to your tank becomes vapor. Those vapors are being sucked up and back into the underground storage tank so you’re getting less for your money.
Tip #3: One of the most important tips is to fill up when your gas tank is HALF FULL.
The reason for this is the more gas you have in your tank the less air occupying its empty space. Gasoline evaporates faster than you can imagine. Gasoline storage tanks have an internal floating roof. This roof serves as zero clearance between the gas and the atmosphere, so it minimizes the evaporation. Unlike service stations, most trucks are loaded and have temperature compensated so that every gallon is actually the exact amount.
Tip #4: If there is a gasoline truck pumping into the storage tanks when you stop to buy gas, DO NOT fill up; most likely the gasoline is being stirred up as the gas is being delivered, and you might pick up some of the dirt that normally settles on the bottom.
And lastly, put a smile on your face. ..at least you have a vehicle and the money to put gas in it.
Life, Magic & Pasta
They say life is a combination of magic and pasta. Add good friends to the recipe and you have a great memory that makes you smile for a long time!
“Laughter is brightest when the food is good.” – Irish Proverb
Lavender Oil
Lavender Oil is one of the most popular essential oils in the world. Because of its many uses, we consider this a must-have oil to keep at home. From encouraging peaceful sleep to soothing troubled skin and easing feelings of tension, Lavender’s calming properties can enhance every aspect of your life. Even in you aren’t immersed in the world of Aromatherapy, it’s worth keeping a bottle of Lavender Oil by your bedside. Here’s why:
- It eases symptoms of anxiety
- It helps you fall asleep easier and faster
- It promotes wound healing
The neurological benefits of lavender oil include treating depression and boosting moods. Research shows that it has the potential to treat Alzheimers disease, as well as reduce oxidative stress and improve cognitive impairment.
Pure Lavender has a Sweet, floral, and herbaceous aroma that inspires feelings of calm and relaxation. Originating in France & Bulgaria, Lavender has been an important ingredient in cleansing and calming rituals for centuries! The Romans even named the plant after its use in their bathing routines (“lava” means “to wash” in Latin). In Elizabethan times, when bathing was uncommon, lavender was used to perfume clothes and bed linens.
Some Usage Ideas:
- Evening Wind-Down: Add 3–5 drops of Pure Lavender to a warm bath or to your pillows and bedding at night.
- Healthy Skin & Hair Blend: Mix 3 drops of Lavender with a quarter-sized amount of lotion and shampoo or conditioner to promote healthy-looking skin and hair.
- Sweet Lavender Perfume Blend: Apply 2–3 drops of Lavender to your pulse points as a natural perfume.
- Relax & Moisturize Blend: Dilute 1–3 drops in your favorite lotion (such as Renew®) or add Lavender to Pure Sweet Almond Oil or Pure Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply to skin.
- Lavender Tension Release: Massage 2–5 drops of Lavender on temples, forehead, and bottoms of the feet to ease feelings of tension.
- Diffuse & Be Calm: Diffuse 3–5 drops of Lavender for a light, luxurious, and calming aromatic experience.
I pamper myself by putting a few drops of lavender oil in my bath. I love to put in on the soles of my feet as I climb into bed. I also have a lavender oil spray so I can mist on my pillows. It makes me feel like I’m in a spa!
Clorox vs. Sol-u-Guard
Just a little comparison of one of my favorite products and how it compares to brand name products.
The one on the left (Clorox)kills 99.9% of viruses when used as directed.
The one on the right (Sol-u-Guard) kills 99.9% of viruses when used as directed.
The one on the left damages your lungs akin to smoking a pack of cigarettes a day.
The one on the right has ZERO harsh chemicals and is safe to use around food.
The one on the left needs to be rinsed off before anyone touches the surfaces it was on.
The one on the right is safe on food surfaces.
The one on the left costs $14.11 for a single bottle.
The one on the right is concentrated and makes TWO bottles at a cost of $10.49.
I don’t understand why people are so loyal to the one on the left, but I DO UNDERSTAND why 20,000 Americans make the switch to my favorite store and brand each and every single month.
Products made in America.
Better.
Safer.
Cleaner.
More affordable.
Delivered to me “Amazon speed” without the layoffs.
How Healthy Are You Eating Habits?
As we wind down our vacation trip , part of me can’t wait to get back to my normal eating schedule. My body is not used to eating out for every meal. Travel destinations often offer different eating habits than we have at home and we can learn from these different styles of eating
Take time in preparing your food. From the shopping to the cooking to the plating, treat it as an art. After all, if we are going to put it into our bodies, isn’t it worth some time and effort?
Eat smaller portions.
Take more time to eat. Not only will you truly enjoy the experience and the conversation, it’s better for your digestion.
Eat with others and have fun. As Americans, we are always on the go. Family dinners are a rarity. Eating should be about enjoyment – talking, relaxing and socializing.
Eat REAL food. Use butter, not margarine. Whole Milk. No artificial sweeteners. Better ingredients contribute to tasty food that is often rich, fatty and sweet. And yet, in many other countries, including France, there are lower rates of obesity-related illnesses like cardiovascular disease. This so-called “French paradox” demonstrates that enjoying food may be conducive to health and fitness.
Why not take this week to tweak your eating habits and see how you feel at the end of the week?
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