 The first part of this duo discussed how our environment affects us and discussed some areas that we need to address for ourselves. These focused on using “clean” items for our body as cosmetics and body care and also for cleaning agents. Managing for pests rather than liberal use of pesticides reduces exposure to both pests and pesticides. Eating organic or unsprayed food augments this program.
Here are some other areas:
.One group of poisons to avoid is artificial sweeteners. Whether is it "Splenda" (which is chlorinated sugar: doesn't that sound "tasty" - yuck!) or Nutrasweet or Equal or Saccharin or Acesulfame - these compounds are toxic for our body. Stevia is ok because it is derived from a plant.
Other sweeteners to consider include agave, honey, and maple syrup. I have already spoken about how detrimental white sugar is in previous newsletters.
Drink and shower with filtered water. Remember that our bodies are 80% water. Using water with toxins to drink or bathe in means bathing your organs in toxins. Even a basic filter will get rid of most of the chlorine and chlorine by-products in municipal tap water. Some of these byproducts are associated with an increase risk of cancers (including breast cancer) and heart disease.
Ideally get a whole house system. If that is not possible, at least get a system that allows you to use filtered water when you cook
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Carry your filtered water with you fresh each day. Splurge and purchase a stainless steel canteen that does not have BPA in it. One company that makes these is Klean Kanteen and their products are available online. Be aware that just because a bottle is metal does not mean that it does not have BPA in it.
Use land line phones predominantly. Cell phones and cordless phones produce radiation that we know alters the DNA of our cells, especially the nearby ones – like the ones in our ears and brain where we hold our phones, and also on our hips where we wear our phones. Scientific studies are showing increased risk of some brain tumors from cell phones and also increased risk of some cancers from living close to cell phone towers.
Keep your residence dry and well-ventilated. Mold grows where there is dampness. Molds produce toxic chemicals that impair our health. Repair leaks promptly. Do not live or work in an environment with significant mold growth. Ventilation prevents build-up of toxic chemicals that can accumulate in a residence (or work place) from dust, from combustion products, from cooking food, from cleaning agents and other chemicals used (eg fragrances).
Best wishes for a healthy holiday season. |
