Many people use dozens of household cleaners full of chemicals and products at home every day.
What they may not realize is that many of these chemicals can be harmful to their health if they inhale. In addition to the odor factor, skin irritation often occurs when you come in contact with many chemical cleansers.
Most disinfectants contain phenol (aka carbolic acid) or cresol. These can affect the central nervous system, liver, kidneys, spleen, and pancreas.
Adding lots of chemicals to your home environment can be good for your health and hygiene. They may kill germs, of course, but people will kill themselves little by little, if they continue in this way. Most people aim to keep their homes free of germs, but if our homes are kept so virus-free that our immune system no longer has to work hard, we run the risk of weakening our immune system.
Another household product containing chemicals (and one of the most dangerous toxins) is an oven cleaning machine. I have never used these substances myself, as I remember the smoke my mother used when I was a child, and that alone was enough to set me aside for the rest of my life! I was right. Many oven cleaners emit fumes that may affect the respiratory system, and they contain ammonia and lyye, which eat away at the skin. I prefer to use baking soda and water, sprinkle in the oven and leave overnight. In the morning a good scrub removes it. It does an amazing job. And you won't get any chemical residue the next time you use the oven.
Many artificial air fresheners release substances that kill the senses, which can affect your sense of smell. Natural aromatherapy oils can be a very safe bet.
At a time when respiratory infections such as asthma are very high, we should look for a natural and gentle way to keep our homes clean.
Using all natural ingredients, non-toxic home cleaning products are the best protection against dirt and grime, while keeping our bodies healthy, kind to the environment, and untested to animals. Everyone is a winner.
Many companies claim that their products are ‘natural’ but it is better to check the labels, as they may contain fewer natural ingredients while still full of chemicals.
Buying from a reputable, non-violent company is the best way to go. Then, not only should their products be natural, safe and non-toxic, they should also be environmentally friendly and not tested on animals.
Adding lots of chemicals to your home environment can be good for your health and hygiene. They may kill germs, of course, but people will kill themselves little by little, if they continue in this way. Most people aim to keep their homes free of germs, but if our homes are kept so virus-free that our immune system no longer has to work hard, we run the risk of weakening our immune system.
Many people use a vast array of chemical-laden household cleaners and products around the home on a daily basis. What they may not be aware of is the fact that many of these chemicals can be damaging to their health when inhaled. Apart from the inhalation aspect, skin irritations often occur when coming into contact.
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