Home Sweet Toxic Home Part 3 in series

Part 3 following "22 Ways to Cancer-Proof Your Life Today"
By Ty Bollinger of The Truth About Cancer
Italic by Debbie Dennison 

The chemical industry has successfully brainwashed the general public into associating its various chemical-based houshold formulas with sanitation and cleanliness.  As it turns out, common products found in the homes of tens of millions of people are anything but safe.

A report by Women's Voices for the Earth found that many conventional cleaning products including those ostensibly branded as "green", contained hidden carcinogens.  These include 1,4-dioxane (which is also present in many laundry soap products, even those branded as "natural") and chloroform, as well as reproductive toxins such as phthalates and toluene.

You should know that these and other toxic subtances aren't always listed on ingredient labels, which can make it difficult to know wht's safe to buy.  As in other sections above, I'll (Ty Bollinger) go through each product category and give you a list for each with safer, non-toxic solutions.

Organic Consumers Association.  Natural Consumer Products Found  Contaminated with Cancer=Causing 1,4-Dioxane in Groundbreaking Analysis Released by OCA.  http://www.organicconsumers.org/news/natural-consumer-products-found-contaminated-cancer-causing-14-dioxane-groundbreaking-analysis
Women's Voices for the Earth.  What's Hiding in Your Cleaning Products?  http://www.womensvoices.org/avoid-toxic-chemicals/cleaning-products/dirty-secrets/

12. Household Cleaning Supplies:

Many of the household names you've come to recognize as germ-killers for tackling that filthy

kitchen, that streaky mirror, or that just-close-the-lid toilet are some of the most dangerous chemical solutions you have in your home.

Practically every chemical already mentioned in the personal care section (blog #2) of this report is also found in household cleaning supplies.  Added to that list are even worse substances such as lye (a corrosive acid), ammonia, chloramine gases, 1,4-dioxane, and a laundry list of hormone-disrupting chemicals that are a major contributor to cancer.

None of these chemicals are necessary when basic ingredients such as water, baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), and vinegar are mostly just as effective at performing the same jobs without the toxicity.  Even for more serious jobs that involve scrubbing and degreasing, there are safer alternatives than the majority of products found on your grocery store shelf.

I won't list every single household cleaning product to avoid because the vast majority of what's out

there would end up on this list.  I'll instead tell you some of the best options for both homemade and commercial cleaning formulas.  It's easier than you think to make your own cleaning supplies at home to avoid the pitfalls of conventional chemical-based products.  Here is a simple, non-toxic, inexpensive, all-purpose cleaning solution you can make.  

DIY All Purpose Cleaner recipe:  Mix 1/2 Cup vinegar and 1/4 Cup baking soda into 2 quarts of water.  Adding a little lemon juice, vinegar, and Borax will make this solution even more potent.  

You can also use a pre-mixed, natural, multi-purpose cleaning product such as CitraSolv, which contains no harsh solvents or synthetic detergents.

CitraSolv.  http://citrasolv.com  

Bon Ami is a safe, all natural alternative to powder cleansers for scrubbing sinks and showers.

Bon Ami.  http://bonami.com/index.php/products/powder_cleanser/ 

To clean your windows, try mixing 3 parts vinegar to 1 part warm water and spraying as needed.

Or if you'd prefer other pre-made options, check out what the following brands have to offer as safe, non-toxic cleaning options for the home:

• BioShield BioShiled. http://bioshieldpaint.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=108&zenid=4da30ba604ca9e151b4b892a364c53fe
• Ecover Ecover.  http://www.ecover.com/
• Seventh Generation Seventh Generation.  http://www.seventhgeneration.com/green-cleaning
• Shaklee  Shaklee. http://www..shaklee.com/us/en/shop/healthyhome

13. Laundry Detergent

Earlier, I (Ty Bullinger) talked a little bit about 1,4-dioxane, a chemical byproduct that results from a

cheap chemical processing method often used in personal care product industry.  It turns out the laundry cleaning industry is also purveyor of this poison, with some of the worst offending brands being the most popular ones.

Even some of the so-called "green" brands were found on an Organic Consumers Association research study to contain high levels of 1,4-dioxane.

These 5 brands, however, showed undetectable levels of 1,4-dioxane:

• Clorox Green Works Natural
• Ecos
• Life Tree Laundry Liquid
• Method Squeaky Green
• Seventh Generation Free & Clear

  Organic Consumers Association.  "Carcinogenic 1,4-Dioxane Found in Leading "Organic" Brand Personal Care Products."  http://www.organicconsumers.org/old_articles/bodycare/DioxaneRelease08.php

The Environmental Working Group (ESG) also lists on its "A" list of the safest most toxin-free laundry detergents the following brands which I (Ty Bullinger) also recommend:

• Ecover ZERO Laundry Liquid Concentrate
• biokleen Laundry Liquid, Citrus Essence
• Planet 2x Ultra Laundry Detergent
• GrabGreen Delicate Laundry Detergent Pods
• Sun & Earth Laundry Detergent
• Green Shiled Organic Laundry Detergent 

 Environmental Working Group. Laundry Detergent.  http://www.ewg.org/guides/subcategories/49-LaundryDetergentHE

14. Dish washing Detergents and Dish Soaps 

  

What's there really tos ay that hasn't been covered in the previous sections?  As with laundry soap,

hand soap, and household cleaning supplies, dishwashing detergents and dish soaps are cesspools of endocrine disrupting chemmicals, carcinogenic substances and unknown by products of questionable origin.

The easiest to find and safest alternatives to big brand names include:

• Severnth Generation
• Earth Friendly, Better Life
• Honest
• DIY homemade

Ameo is a Clinical (not therapeutic, which is a marketing term) but proven clinical grade by world standards.  Safe for your foods, personal care, cleaning, all uses.                                        

Recipe: 2 parts Borax, 2 parts washing soda (a derivative of baking soda), 16 parts water, 12 parts Dr

Bonner's Sal Suds, and 15-20 drops of your favorite scent in essential oil.  (I like Lemon, or ProShield which is stronger than the popular Thieves, or any citrus)

Another tips for scrubby sponges used in the kitchen.  Every day, place in microwave for 30 seconds on high.  They must be squished out, wet.  And caution they will be hot.

 

 

 

20 Mule Team Borax.  http://www.20muleteamlaundry.com

Nature's Nurture.  How to turn Baking Soda into  Washing Soda.  http://naturesnurtureblog.com/ttt-turn-baking-soda-into-washing-soda/

Dr Bonner's Sal Suds. http://www.drbonner.com/DBMS/category/SALSUDSCLEANER.html

Live Simply.  Easy DIY Dish Soap.  http://livesimply.me/2015/04/04/easy-diy-dish-soap/

 

Another Environmental safe, product comes from NeoLife, GNLD, which has been used to clean wildlife from oil spills.  They have laundry, basic, and stronger cleaners, natural and safe.

http://neolife.com/en-us/home/
Sponsor #32-260985  

15. Air Fresheners

Avoid the commercial ones at all costs!  Air fresheners are not only unregulated, but they're among the most toxic products you can bring into your home and work place.

The only thing you really need to keep your living space fresh and well-scented are all natural

essential oils and a diffuser.  There are many types of diffusers, simply do a search online.  Noting that not all essential oils are created equal.  The big name brands as YL, doTerra, Mountain Rose Herbs, Hopewell, NOW, Bulk Apothecary among the dozens out there.  However, 3rd party tests are showing they are not what they claim, they have some synthetic additives, causing them to be adulterated.  Or they use the wrong species of plant, the wrong parts of plant, the wrong processing, or very poor quality to cut corners for profits.  If you're interested in absolute pure, because you've been reading these blogs about toxins in your home, skincare products, etc.  You'll want to take a look at Ameo, this brand is only 2 yrs old.  They follow the strictest GCMS standards set by world research institutions for clinical studies.  They do more testing to prove their standard.  They even do a test to prove cell active cell permeability on live human cells, so you're not getting "dead" oils.  They are endorsed by world leading authorities in science research with essential oils, as well as medical and science Doctors, as being the first and only at this time, clinical grade essential oils available to the general public.  And their prices, surprisingly, are the same or even a little lower than the big name brands.  http://ClinicalGradeEssentialOils.myameo.com  

Go to these Facebook pages, for many diffuser recipes for all seasons.  As well as cleaning recipes, and personal care product recipes.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BasicsOfEssentialOils101/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyHomeWithEssentialOils/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyPersonalCareProducts/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/OilsForTheOutdoorManandWoman/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/CookingWithEssentialOilsRecipes/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyWeightWithEssentialOilsNutrition/ 

https://www.facebook.com/clinicalgradeessentialoils3000770/

http://WorldWatch Institute.  Air Fresheners Unregulated, Potentially Dangerous, Group Says.  http://www.worldwatch.org/node/5

16. Bathroom Shower Curtains  

This might not be one you've thought much about, but PVC (polyvinyl chloride) shower curtain liners

(the kind most people have in their bathrooms) are incredibly toxic.  They are often out gassing

dangerous VOCs (volatile organic compounds) such as xylene and toluene, as well as dioxins, endocrine (hormone) disruptors, and even cadmium and lead.  

There are the safer fabric shower curtains, you can remove and wash with your towels.  And when possible, having a class shower door instead of a curtain.  When you're in a motel, and your only choice is the plastic curtain, leave the bathroom door open some for fresh air circulation, and turn on a fan if one is available.

17. Cookware

If it's labeled as "non-stick" or "teflon", it's more than likely made from carcinogenic substances such as perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and other perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs).  The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences is currently investigating these substances as a likely cause of cancer.  Even the increasingly popular anodized (protected) aluminum cookware is questionable.  The various polymer-based coatings used in their manufacturing may pose serious health risks due to chemical leaching and outgassing.

Your best and safest options for cookware are stainless steel, cast iron, and copper.  We have stainless steel, with copper bottom for even heating.  It cleans very easily, even stuck foods clean easy.  Nothing to flake off coating, into your food.

We've covered so much already and I (Ty Bullinger) hope yo've learned a lot so far.  

NOTE: This blog had 3 parts, follow to understand all that is being shared here.

 

The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Personal Care Products Part 2

Part 2 following "22 Ways to Cancer-Proof Your Life Today"
By Ty Bollinger of The Truth About Cancer
Italic by Debbie Dennison 

Everyone uses them.  They're the very things that we've all been told will help us stay fresh and

clean.  But personal care products -- meaning things such as toothpaste, shampoo, and soap -- are a minefield of unsuspected, cancer-causing toxins.  A study conducted at Harvard University found that the average person is exposed to more than 100 chemicals from soaps, cosmetics, and various other personal care products before they even get to work in the morning.  This represents just a small fraction of the more than 80,000 chemicals  currently in use in personal care products that have never been adequately safety tested by federal regulators.  Even worse is the fact that a great number of these chemicals have been shown in independent testing to cause cancer and other serious health problems.
Harvard School of Public Health.  Harmful, untested chemicals rife in personal care products. http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/ews/features/harmful-chemicals-in-personal-care-produicts/
Natural Resources Defense Council.  More than 80,000 Chemicals Available in the United States Have Never Been Fully Tested for Their Toxic Effects on Our Health and Environment.  http://www.nrdc.org/healthtoxics/asp

I highly recommend a book, that debunks the marketing myths and claims of skincare products on the market.  In simple language explaining why these product claims can not work, and what actually does work.  Available on Amazon.  "Simple Skincare, Beautiful Skin"











 

 1. Toothpaste

In commercial toothpaste, surprisingly you'll often find a whole host of toxic additives:

Fluoride, an industrial waste product linked to lowered IQ in children and dental fluorosis, or mottling of teeth.  You probably grew up thinking fluoride is good for your teeth because that's what the public has been told for over 50 years, but the collective of science says otherwise.  If Fluoride is safe, why must all fluoride toothpaste sold in the US carry a warning?

Propylene glycol, a synthetic moisture absorbent linked to organ toxicity. Also used in garbage bags.

Triclosan, an antibacterial chemical that disrupts hormone production and promotes multiple forms of cancer, including breast, ovarian, testicular, and prostate cancers. Also used as a surgical scrub.

And even plastics in the form of polyethylene, which also interfere with the endocrine system and promote cancer.

Harvard School of Public Health.  Impact of fluoride on neurological development in children.  http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/features/fluoride-childrens-health-grandjean-choi/

Flouoride Action Network.  New Study Challenges Old Belief on Dental Flurosis/Tooth Decay.  http://fluoridealert.org/articles/science-watch14/

Fluoride Action Network.  Health Effects.  http://fluoridealert.org/issues/health/

Environmental Working Group.  Propylene Glycol.  http://www.ewg.orgskindeep/ingredient/705315/PROPYLENE_GLYCOL/ 

These ingredients are clearly problematic, which is why it's crucial to stick with natural toothpaste products such as:

• Dr Bronner's All-One Toothpaste
  
• Auromere Ayuvedic Toothpaste
• Tom's of Maine Natural Toothpaste
• Spry Dental Defense Toothpaste
• Jason  Toothpaste
• Nature's Answer PerioBrite Natural Toothpaste

Each of these toothpaste products contains cleansing and protective herb extracts such as neem, wintergreen, mint, and cinnamon -- the real stuff derived from the essential oils of actual plants and herbs, not chemicals synthesized in the lab!





Neem, you should know, as shown in a 2011 study published in the Journal of Indian Society and Periodontology to safely and effectively treat plaque-induced gingivitis due to its powerful anti-inflammatory properties.  
Chatterjee, Anirban et al 2011.  "To Evaluate the Antigingivitis and Antiplaque Effect of an Azadirachta indica (neem) Mouthrince on Plaque Induced Gingivitis:  A double-blind, Randomized, Controlled Trial." Journal of Indian Society and Periodontology.  http://www.nhs.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3283940/

2. Mouthwash 

You may not have known this, but your body contains a special kind of good bacteria that helps promote digestion and blood vessel health.  But a study published in the journal Free Radical Biology and Medicine found that many popular mouthwash products contain an ingredient known as chlorhexidine that destroys this bacteria, weakening the immune system (which is critical to cancer prevention).

 Some studies have also linked added alcohol in some mouthwashes to oral cancer, which is why brands such as Tom's of Maine, Jason, and many of these same brands mentioned in the toothpaste category offer mouthwashes that are made from simple, safe ingredients such as water, glycerin (from vegetables), aloe vera, and natural essential oils derived from mint and wintergreen.  

Medical Daily. Antiseptic Mouthwash Rinses Heart Attack Rsisk, Blood Pressure: Chlorhexidine Kills Off 'Good' Bacteria That Helps Blood Vessels Relax.  http://www.nhs.uk/news/2014/04April.Pages/Is-frequent-mouthwash-use-linked-to-oral-cancer.aspx

NPR, Mouthwash and Poor Dental Hygiene May Up the Risk of Oral Cancer.  http://wwwnpr.org/sections/health-shots/2014/08/300257396/mouthwash-and-poor-dental-hygiene-may-up-the-risk-of-oral-cancer

Tom's of Maine Mouthwash.  http://www.tomsofmaine.com/oral-care/mouthwash

Jason Mouthwash.  http://www.jason-personalcare.com/body-loving-products/oral/mouthwash 

3. Dental Floss

Believe it or not, even some dental floss comes with its own set of cancer risks.  This is due to the use of a chemical known as perfluorinated polymer, or PFC.  This cheap replacement for natural wax interferes with hormone and immune function, and may increase the risk of some forms of cancer.

Some great alternatives are:

• Radius Floss
• Eco-Den T Premium Dental Floss
• Desert Essence Dental Floss
• Pulling (in graphic) is another option for flossing  

Dentistry Today.  Dental Floss May Have Cancer-Causing Component.  http://dentistrytoday.com/todays-dental-news/7773-dental-floss-may-have-cancer-causing-component

 4. Hair Care 

 Free & Clear is a shampoo & cream rinse and hair products, usually found in a Drug Store, or online (much less online).

Another area of concern are shampoos and conditioners for your hair, many of which contain cancer-

causing parabens (a type of preservative linked to breast cancer), synthetic "fragrance" chemicals, sulfates (a detergent and surfactant), and other chemicals linked to various forms of cancer.                                                                                                              

 In 2013 the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) discovered through independent testing that a large number of brands sold in grocery, drug, and department stores contained a chemical known as cocamide diethanolamine (cocamide DEA), a foaming agent and thickener, which is a known carcinogen. 

Marchese, Marianne, N.D. "Parabens and Breast Cancer."  Natural Medicine Journal.  http://naturalmedicinejournal.com/journal/2010-10/parabens-and-breast-cancer

Environmental Working Group. Not So Sexy:  Hidden Chemicals in Perfume and Cologne.  http://www.ewg.org/research/not-so-sexy

Center for Environmental Health.  Lawsuite Launched as Testing Finds Cancer-Causing Chemical in Nearly 100 Hair Care and Personal Products.  http://www.ceh.org/news-events/press-releases/content/lawsuit-launched-testing-finds-cancer-causing-chemical-in-100-shampoos-haircare-products/

5. Hand and Body Lotions

Particularly during dry and cold seasons, many people resort to hand and body lotions that claim to

provide moisturizing benefits for skin health.  But a class of emulsifying ingredients (emulsifiers basically thicken lotion and give it a consistent texture) known as alkyloamides used in many of them can convert into cancer-causing agents known as nitrosamines.

Some prominent examples of nitrosamine-causing alkyloamides that you need to watch out for include:

• Diethanolamide (DEA)
• Monoethanolamides (MEA)
• Triethanolamides (TEA)
• Monoisopropanolamides (MIPA)
• Ethoxylated alkyloamides (PEG)

 The simplest, safest and most effective way to moisturize your skin is to use pure moisturizing oils, either from or with coconut and jojoba oils.  Shea butter is also great.   
Bartsh, Helmut, et al 1984. "Relevance of nitrosamines to human cancer." Carcinogenesis.

Note: this blog has a post about carrier oils you should take note of.  I also highly recommend a

brand of skincare line including moisturizers and wash, TreSkinRX.  Made from medical-pharmaceutical grade organic aloe vera as the base (not water), and all natural ingredients, made in USA, developed from a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon-Dermatologist. 

http://my.treskinrx.com/AmazingAloe
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TreSkinRXNorthDakota/ 

6. Body Soap and Washes

Even the soaps you use to wash your body are a source of carcinogens if they contain ingredients such as benzyl acetate, a perfume chemical linked to liver adenomas, carcinomas, stomach tumors, and pancreatic cancer.

Sodium laureth sulfate, or SLS, is duly mutagenic, meaning it damages cellular genetics.  It also ingibits the skin's ability to retain moisture, which is the opposite of what you want when it comes to products for cleansing your skin and personal hygiene.

A few recommended brands are:

• Dr Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap and bar soaps
• Nubian Heritage
• One with Nature 

IARC Monograph.  Benzyl Acetate.  http://monographs.iarc/fr/ENG/Monographs/ol71/mono71-65.pdf

 7. Deodorant and Antiperspirant

Did you know that many deodorant and antiperspirant products on the market today contain toxic aluminum, a metal compound that blocks the pores in your armpits, inhibiting detoxification through sweat?  Aluminum is also nerotoxin that a study published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology found deposits itself into breast tissue after being absorbed through the skin.

Recommended Products:

• Primal Pit Paste
  
• DIY Deodorant   

Mannello, F. et al 2011 "Analysis of aluminum content and iron homeostasis in nipple aspirate fluids from healthy women and breast cancer-affected patients." Journal of Applied Toxicology.

8. Hand Sanitizer

Like the hand soaps and many of the other products mentioned here, hand sanitizers aren't all they're cracked up to be.  For the most part, they don't even work because they're designed to kill bacteria (including good bacteria that you need to support immunity), not remove the dirt and other particles that help spread bacteria.

Hand sanitizers are also typically loaded with triclosan (just like hand soap), its cousin triclocarbon, and synthetic fragrance  chemicals.  What makes these products worse

than hand soaps is that they aren't washed off with water -- they're absorbed directly into the skin!

If you must sanitize your hands this way (rather than just wash your hands with pure soap and water), try using vinegar instead.  A 5% solution in a small spray bottle -- most white vinegar products sold at grocery stores work just fine -- is 99% effective against bacteria, and is completely non-toxic.

Ameo also sells a hand sanitizer that is natural, safe and effective.  http://ClinicalGradeEssentialOils.myameo.com  

With oils like Lemongrass, Marjoram, Oregano and Peppermint, Améo Hand Purifier quickly and effectively cleanses skin while nourishing it naturally. The essential oils in the purifier also contain innate components that allow skin to stay moisturized 

9. Sunscreen 

Most commercial sunblock products contain one or more of the following harmful additives: oxybenzone, avobenzone, actisalate, octocrylene, homosalata, and otinoxate, with oxybenzone being the most problematic (since it's the most common additive used commercially).  Other problems with sunscreen include some manufacturers' use retinyl palmitate, a form of vitamin A that actually increases users' rrisk of skin cancer when exposed to sun's ultraviolet rays.  

Many commercial sunscreen manufacturers synthesize zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, the two most

common active ingredients in sunscreen products, into napoparticle form.  This means the particle sizes of these ingredients are made unnaturally small, which poses health risks due to easy absorption.  

Your best bet is to choose only natural, sunscreen products containing mineral based, non-nanoparticle versions of either titanium dioxide or zinc oxide (zinc oxide is preferable), both of which provide physical protection against the sun's rays without leaching dangerous chemicals into your body and skin.

Reminder: Citrus essential oils such as Orange, Tangerine, Lemon, Lime, Bergamot, and Grapefruit will cause sunburns.  Do not apply to exposed skin, or stay out of the sun for 12-24 hours, this includes tanning beds.

A few favorable brands include:

• Dr Mercola's Natural Sunscreen Lotion
• Badger Natural & Organic Sunscreens
• Aubrey Organics
• TreSkinRX also has medical grade organic aloe vera base (which heals skin) sunscreen 
  http://my.treskinrx.com/AmazingAloe

Another great option for sunscreen protection is to supplement with natural astaxanthin, a potent carotenoid antioxidant found naturally in salmon.  Astaxanthin is the pigment in salmon that makes this fish pink, protecting them against sun damage.e  When humans consume astaxanthin, it provides similar natural protection.
Environmental Working Group.   The Trouble with Sunscreen Chemicals.  http://www.ewg.org/2015sunscreen/report/the-trouble-with-sunscreen-chemicals/
Environmental Working Group.  The Problem with Vitamin A.  http://www.ewg.org/2015sunscreen/report/the-problem-with-vitamin-a/
Cyanotech BioAstin.  Clinical Trial Indicates Sun Protection from BioAstin Supplement.  http://www/cyanotech.com/pdfs/bioastin/batl33.pdf

10.  Feminine Hygiene Products

Believe it or not, even feminine hygiene products are often saturated in harmful chemicals.  Tampons and pads can contain chlorine (a bleaching agent), dioxins, plastics (bisphenol-A and phthalates), synthetic fibers, and various petrochemical addititves, not to mention synthetic fragrances and chemical-based odor neutralizers. 

Because federal regulators classify them as "medical devices", tampons and sanifary pads are typically sold without full disclosure of the ingredients they contain, giving manufacturers full reign to add practically whatever they want.

Some major areas of concern with regards to conventional feminine products, as outlined by  Women's Voices for the Earth, include:

Tampons: Since most major brands of tampons are bleached, they contain toxic byproducts such as dioxins and furans that can cause reproductive harm, endocrine disruption, and cancer.

Pads: These come in many of the same risks associated with bleached tampons, as well as added risks from adhesive chemicals such as methyldibromo glutaronitrile.

Feminine Wipes: It's difficult to know where to start with this category, as many brands of feminine wipes contain a multitude of hazardous chemicals.  These include endocrine-disrupting parabens, triclosan, synthtic fragrances, and a novel's length list of toxic chemicals that you'd be hard-pressed to pronounce correctly.

To avoid all this, it's important to choose feminine hygiene brands that use non-toxic or natural components such as organic cotton (conventional cotton is loaded with pesticides), minimal or no plastics, and minimal absorbency colume for your flow (csince high-absorbency materials tend to be synthetic).

Some quality tampon and sanitary pad brands include:

• Seventh Generation
• Natracare
• Glad Rags - they contain no plastics and are also reusable, which is a significant money-saver over time. 

Mercola, Joseph Dr Women Beware: Most Feminine Hygiene Products  Contain  Toxic Ingredients.  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-mercola/feminine-hygiene-products_b_3359581.html
Women's Voices for the Earth.  Chem  Fatale.  http://www.womensvoices.org/issues/reports/chem-fatale/
Glad Rags.  http://gladrags.com 

11. Baby Wipes and Diapers

If you're a parent of a small child, chances are you're deeply familiar with the joys of disposable baby

wipes and diapers.  But are you fully aware of what you're wiping your baby's bottom with and how it might be affecting your baby's health?  What about all those stinky, plastic diapers?

The World Health Organization (WHO) warned in a 2003 report that a chemical byproduct commonly found in both baby wipes and diapers is a"persistent environmental pollutant,"  meaning it doesn't break down very easily.  It also causes all sorts of health problems, including developmental delays and cancer.

The chemical is dioxin, and it's typically accompanied by other poisonous compounds such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and sodium polyacralate (SAP), two other cancer-causing additives found in disposable diapers.

Disposable diapers are a lot like feminine care products in that they often contain super absorbent polymers (SAP), plastics, and other unlabeled chemicals.  I typically recommend that parents opt for reusable cloth diapers, as these can be made from simple, less toxic materials such as organic cotton.

If disposable is your preference, there are chlorine-free, fragrance-free, and mostly chemical-free options such as BAMBO Nature "eco-friendly" diapers, but even these still contain SAP.

As for baby wipes, The Honest  Company sells chlorine-free, hypoallergenic, biodegradable wipes produced without alcohol, phthalates (a family of plastics chemicals often used in personal care products), parabens, phenols, SLS, and other harmful additives.  

To stay up to date on safe, non-toxic personal care products, my personal recommendation is that you check out the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep Database.  There, yo'll be able to see where your favorite soaps, shampoos, conditioner, etc.  brands land on the toxicity scale, as assessed using a comprehensive data cohort gathered from 60 toxicity and regulatory databases.

EWG even has a Skin Deep mobile app that you can download on your smartphone for instant access to this important information while you're shopping.

 When I was a baby,  my parents used clothe diapers, rubber diaper covers, and cleaned us with a wash clothe.  You can still buy clothe diapers, the type you fold, or pre-folded, even with removable washable liners.  Yes, it's not the most pleasant way to change a diaper, especially a messy one.  However, if you're child experiences repeated diaper rashes, and you're finding it hard to find diapers, wipes, that don't irritate their bottom.  It maybe worth looking into.  It's very unfortunate how many babies and young children are getting cancers these days.

Also please note, there are many essential oils that should NOT be used on children under ages 30 months, 3 yrs, 5 yrs, 8 yrs, 12 yrs.  Make sure you research the Single oils in blends, to know they are safe.  Ameo is the first and only clinical grade essential oil on the market for the general public.  They follow the GCMS set by research institutions on clinical studies (not in company standards), they test more than other oil companies, to prove their clinical standard is met.  They are endorsed by world leading research and medical Doctors in essential oils.  http://ClinicalGradeEssentialOils.myameo.com 

The book I recommend is "Integrated Guide to Essential Oils and Aromatherapy"   http://integratedessentialoilsstore.secureshopcart.com/index.php/tools/books/an-integrated-guide-to-essential-oils.html  NOTE: after each single oil, is a CAUTION, that lists all concerns for age limits, health related, where that particular oil should NOT be used. 

Watch for blog Part 3 "Home Sweet Toxic Home" of this series.

The Honesst Company.  http://www.honest.com/baby/honest-wipes

Environmental Working Group.   Skin Deep Cosmetics  Database.  http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

Environmental Working Group.  Skin Deep Cosmetics Database App.  http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/app/  (smart phones) 

  

 

22 Ways to Cancer-Proof Your Life Today Part 1

By Ty Bollinger of The Truth About Cancer

Italic by Debbie Dennison 

It is estimated that as many as 41% of people currently living in the United States will develop some form of cancer within the next 20 years.  This translates to about 130 million individuals -- a truly shocking statistic that, in spite of the cancer industry's attempts to spin it, represents an increase in overall rate of this leading cause of death over the past half-century, and not a decrease as you may have heard.

With this I'd like to share part of our family story.  I lost my grandfathers to lung cancer as they smoked unfiltered cigarettes.  My husband's father had lymphoma but survived 20 yrs.  My mom had pre-stage 1 breast cancer, lumpectomy and is clear.  My father had throat cancer, and mild skin cancer they freeze off & starting to cut off his ear.  I had cervical cancer, but had 2 more children after cervix was removed, but then had hysterectomy.  My husband's sister has colon-rectal-liver stage 4 cancer now, and has been on chemo treatment for 20 months.  Our son had Anthrax Vaccine Leukemia, the first to live past ONE MONTH, and never left the hospital in 9 months, we lost him age 23.  My husband at Christmas 2014 had Thyroid cancer, removed 1/2, no further treatment needed.
Next Christmas 2015 he has stage 4 kidney cancer.  We learned that 30% of people with thyroid cancer will get another cancer in a year.  However, kidney cancer is slow growing, and he probably had it for 8-10 yrs, until the thyroid cancer probably caused the kidney cancer to explode, stage 4.
Steven is getting IL2, Inner Luken, which is an Immune Therapy following the removal of his 1 kidney, radiation on his sacrum tumor and a tumor behind his heart, and a low dose once on another tumor behind the heart.  He had 5 tumors in his lunch, that 3 disappeared, 2 shrunk, and now are gone too.  Our daughter has melanoma (skin) cancer, waiting to hear what stage.  She's had 19 removed since age 5 from head to toe, always stage 0.  This one they know to be at least stage 1, no further we hope.  Statistically, with our family of 5 children, we've had more cancer in our family than the average studies indicate.

Take a moment to let this statistic sink in, and consider what this means for you, your family, your friends, you co-workers, and your neighbors.  This means that roughly two in five people you know or nearly half of your social circle, will develop some form of cancer.  And you could be included in this dire statistic if you don't take the proper steps now to help minimize your cancer risk.

As for outside our family, I've lost a friend to lung cancer, another to breast cancer that metastasized to the brain. And several acquaintances we've known lost to many types of cancers. 


It's going to help you from becoming a cancer statistic and give you critical information to take control of your health.  In just moments, you'll be learning the exact steps to minimize and avoid cancer-causing toxins that you are unknowingly being exposed to every single day, multiple times per day.

Just so you know: I'm not new to exposing the truth and helping people with cancer.  I've been on this quest for over 20 years, and I DON'T want you or anyone you know to become another cancer statistic.

For this reason, I implore you to thoroughly read this report and soak up all the information in it.  Also I'd like you to share it with everyone you know, and to do so by sending them to the link for the quiz at CancerQuiz.org so I am able to follow up with them.

In this eye-opening report, you'll be learning many "unknown" cancer prevention strategies, such as:

• How to avoid hidden, cancer-causing chemicals in your food, water, personal care products, and in and around your home and workplace.                                                      I'll direct you to some Facebook groups that have toxic free, easy to make, effective cleaners, laundry, personal care, pet care, etc.  
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyHomeWithEssentialOils/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyPersonalCareProducts/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/OilsForTheOutdoorManandWoman/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/CookingWithEssentialOilsRecipes/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealthyWeightWithEssentialOilsNutrition/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/BasicsOfEssentialOils101/
• Take time to scroll through the posts on these groups, as well as scrolling through the blog posts here.  
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• Why certain animal foods promote cancer and why others actually inhibit cancer growth 
• How to eat as close to nature as possible to reinforce your immune system to become a cancer defending machine 
• Which products are critical to immediately remove from your house and work
  
  
  space to avoid toxic chemical contamination  This is important.  I feel guilty that I could have been the cause of cancers in my own family.  I used to use the plug in room fresheners, and sprays.  The prepackaged meals (rushing with events for 5 children), and strong cleaners thinking I was keeping the home clean & healthy-disinfected.  How I know, all those chemicals cause cancer.
• Which specific brands and products are safe for you to use that will significantly minimize your cancer risk
• How to find these safer, non-toxic products and what to look for in purchasing them

By the way, you won't see any of the information in this report in the major media outlets -- on the major news channels, their websites, in the newspapers, or any  of the major magazines on your newsstand.  And here's why...

These major media outlets (and even the small local ones) have as their advertisers the exact corporations that are making these poisonous toxins for you.  The old adage, "never bite the hand that feeds you" couldn't be any truer!  

In fact, a well-known Emmy award-winning journalist left her job because her company (one of the giant media outlets) won't run her whistle-blowing story.  The CEO didn't want to potentially lose the advertising dollars and so her story got trashed (and her information remains kept secret from the public).   

 

The hard truth is that cancer causing toxins are literally being hidden from you inside personal care products like soaps, shampoos, conditioners, sunscreens, body lotions and so much more.  They're also in your household cleaning products, and your food and water too -- and most people have no idea they're there.

This is why I've been making my own toxic free personal care products, recipes are found in the Facebook group link above.  In the next Part 2 of this blog, I'll be sharing direct information about personal care products.  And in Part 3 of this blog, I'll be sharing direct information about household products.  This is also covered in the Facebook group link, with recipes I use around my home too.

 

You see, these products are cleverly disguised with fancy packaging, slick commercials, and well-known celebrities getting paid top dollar to endorse them.  The average person buys into the hype, purchases these products, and then unknowingly poisons themselves!

If you live in the real world, then you're literally being bombarded with these types of advertisements each day and pretty much everywhere you go.

Worst of all, federal regulatory agencies such as the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the very agencies that are designed to protect you, don't!  They knowingly allow companies to use these poisonous toxins in their products, and this is a major reason why cancer rates are soaring!

The good news is, after reading this report (including Part 2 & 3) you're going to be educated and empowered to make much smarter, healthier choices.  As you read, keep in mind that I (Ty Bullinger), will be exposing many of these hidden toxins along which which products contain them, and then will be giving you safer, non-toxic and often natural alternatives for each of them.  You'll even learn DIY tips on how to make some of these products yourself, so you can save money too. 

Follow next to Part 2 "The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Personal Care Products" 

Also on Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SupportAllCancerAwareness/