Going Green

Going Green

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GOing Green

We all keep hearing the term "Going Green" but what exactly does that mean?

Going Greens means to care for your body, your home and your environment by using non toxic, environmentally friendy products. At the same time, you need to avoid exposing yourself, your home & the environment to Environmental toxins, such as chemicals(IE: Sodium Laurel Sulfate), heavy metals(Aluminum cook ware), & pesticides.

I had the opportunity the other night to listen to a well known Nature's Sunshine Regional Manager - Dr. Jay Vanden Heuvel.

Taking a look under my own kitchen sink, I realize that I too need to look for cleaning alternatives that are safer for not only the environment, but my busy grandchildren as well.

Here are some Recipes for Pest Control, Household Cleaners, and Bathroom Essentials using non toxic, chemical free products - Just click on the highlighted produ ct name or picture to learn more

Repel those Creepy Crawly Critters

By adding a few Drops of Peppermint Oil to a spray bottle of water, you have a ready to use pesticide. Ants, even Carpenter Ants, don't like peppermint oil and will shy away. Spiders can possibly be thwarted with this as well.
Simply spray your walls, moulding, window trim & tracks or outside where those crawly insects are likey to come in

Sunshine Concentrate

Think of the money you can save ! 1 Product does So Much !

USES

IN THE KITCHEN as well as all around the house, NSP Concentrate can be used to clean appliances, refrigerators, sinks, wood surfaces, windows, walls, floors, fine china, everyday dishware, pots and pans, silverware, copper and brass. It can be in automatic dishwashers as well. With NSP Concentrate, you can tackle tough jobs like the oven, grill and griddle, tricky odors trapped in thermos bottles and plastic containers, as well as a fruit and vegetable wash. So many uses-one bottle!

IN THE LAUNDRY use NSP Concentrate as a laundry detergent, as a diaper pre-soak and to pre-spot stains, spots, and grimy collars and cuffs. Hand wash silks, fine woolens, sweaters, and other delicate fabrics in cool or cold water with NSP Concentrate.

THE LIST GOES ON AND ON of items NSP Concentrate can be used to clean: Tools, air filters, battery terminals, cleans grease off concrete driveways, interior/exterior of cars and boats, prevents build-up in irons and humidifiers, cleans houseplants and aquariums, rugs tile, wallpaper, trash containers, cleans carpets, furniture, and keeps no-wax floors shiny and prevents dust build-up.

IN THE BATH NSP Concentrate is safe for bubble baths and leaves no bathtub rings.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Appliances, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, walls, etc.: 1 tsp. per quart of warm water.

Dishes, bowls, glasses, silverware, etc.: 2 tsp. per average basin of hot water.
Pots and pans: 2 Tbsp. per gallon of hot water.
Windows: 4-8 drops per quart of water. Rinse after use and wipe with a squeegee
Floors: 2 Tbsp. pergallon of hot water. rinse thoroughly with clean water before applying wax.
Mirrors, windows, glass: 1 tsp. per gallon of water; spray or sponge on, rinse, wipe dry.
Stain Removal: Use full strength before laundering, to help remove ball-point ink, chocolate, lipstick, shoe polish or grease from washable, color fast material.
Ceramic and plastic tile: 2 Tbsp. per gallon of water. Sponge or spray on. Rinse. Also safe for wood floors and woodwork.
Hand and body cleanser and shampoo: Place a few drops in palm, rub well, rinse. For bathing, add 2 tsp. per tub of water.
Fruits and Vegetables: 1/2 tsp. per basin of cool water. Wash well, rinse thoroughly to remove sprays, waxes, and pesticides.
Hand washables: 1 tsp. per quart lukewarm water. Use for silks, woolens and other fine washables. Wring gently, rinse well.
Laundry Booster: Add 1/4 cup to water to boost cleaning power of laundry compound.

SUGGESTED ESSENTIAL OILS

Nature's Sunshine offers a wide variety of pure essential oils which may be added to NSP Concentrate to enhance fragrance, for antimicrobial purposes or for an aromatherapy bath.

For a clean fresh scent

Lemon Oil

Pine Needle

Pink Grapefruit

For antiseptic purposes:
Tea Tree Oil

In the bath:
Lavender

Ylang Ylang

Rose
It takes over one ton of petals to yield one pound of pure Rose Bulgaria oil.

Nature's Fresh Nature's Fresh (Deodorizer & Stain Remover). This widely tested deodorizer utilizes a special formulation of enzymes gleaned from plant sources. These enzymes work as deodorizers and break down the molecular structure of stains without harming fabric. face=Verdana> >Nature's Fresh Enzyme Spray is hypoallergenic, unscented, non-irritating and environmentally safe.

It comes in a 16 oz. bottle with spray attachment. >USES It can be used for carpets, laundry, dishwashers (in place of the rinse aid) and numerous other household purposes. Many people also use it as a topical first aid spray. Nature's Fresh can also be used as great non toxic Jewelry cleaner DeodorantMix Nature's Fresh, water and lemon oil. Does not prevent sweating but is a great deodorant

Anti Mold Recipe - Even kills black Mold
8 oz Nature's Fresh
2 Tablespoons Xyletol Bullk
10 Drops Lemon OilMix in a spray bottle and apply once daily until mold is gone, or for serious problems apply 2-3 times daily until gone Clean & disinfect your Dishwasher
4 oz Nature's fresh
4 oz Distilled Water
10 drops lemon oil
Pour in and Run dishwasher on fast cycle

Silver Shield

Silver Shield with Aqua Sol Technology provides 18 ppm of silver that stays suspended in purified, deionized water. Silver products have become popular alternatives to other products on the market, and you can trust NSP to provide the highest-quality, safest products available. Just 1 teaspoonful provides a full 90 mcg of pure silver without heavy metal contamination.

This product compares with herbal products like Golden Seal and VS-C.. It can also be used as an EPA-approved surface disinfectant

Cutting Board/Surface Disinfectant - Mix 1 part water to 1 part Silver Shield
Spray Silver Shield water solution onto cutting boards, counter tops, refrigerator door handles and other surfaces, leave on 6-10 minutes, allow to air dry. Disinfect clothing, remove Dry cleaning chemicals etc. Mix Silver Shield & Lemon Oil, Spray clothing, leave on for 6-10 minutes, allow to air dry. Wash fruits & vegetables Mix Silver Shield with Nature's Fresh - Spray fruits and vegetables, this has been reported by Dr. Jay Vanden Heuvel to have fruits such as grapes last longer.

Bathrooms
Spray Silver Shield/water solution everywhere- you can also add Nature's Fresh Silver Shield disinfects toothbrush

Sunshine Brite Toothpaste

Flouride FreeSunshine Brite Toothpaste features hydrated silica powder, calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate to help remove stains and polish teeth without damaging tooth enamel. Sunshine Brite also contains soothing aloe vera gel, golden seal, myrrh, Icelandic moss, astragalus, green tea and elderberry for natural oral health care. Sunshine Brite is naturally flavored with real mint. It contains no fluoride, which can be dangerous to children. Enjoy its fresh Mint Tingle sensation as you brush. Brush teeth at least twice daily after meals. See your dentist regularly. For maximum gum health, let toothpaste foam remain in mouth for one minute before rinsing.

Xylitol Mouthwash      Nature's Sweet Life Mouthwash - Over 20 years of clinical studies confirm that regular use of xylitol helps improve dental health.
When used in the mouth, xylitol helps prevent plaque-forming micro-organisms from adhering to your teeth. Rinsing with xylitol-containing mouthwash regularly helps freshen breath and clean the mouth, neutralizing odors and unpleasant taste.

Dentists recommend sugar-free mouthwashes as they do not promote the development of tooth decay. Natures Sweet Life Mouthwash contains water, xylitol, vegetable glycerin, aloe vera gel, calcium lactate gluconate, natural peppermint flavor, menthol, polysorbate 80, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate and grapefruit seed extract.

Adults: Use as desired to moisturize and freshen mouth and breath.

CAUTION: This product and other products containing xylitol must not be given to pets.

House Plants
A classic NASA study found that common house plants could improve air quality. In fact, they reported that houseplants were able to remove up to 87 percent of air toxins in 24 hours. The recommendation? Use 15 to 18 "good-sized" house plants in 6- to 8-inch diameter containers for an 1,800 square-foot house. Plants can remove a variety of toxic air emissions including ammonia, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, benzene, xylene and trichloroethytene. Remember-the healthier the plant, the more purifying it will be. So there are some examples of NSP products you can use to help keep you, your home, pets and children safe from toxic household cleaners, pesticides, and bathroom toxins

                            Good For you, Good for the Planet

Keep GOing Green