Cleaning is essential to protecting our health in our homes, schools, and workplaces. However, household and cleaning products including soaps, polishes, and grooming supplies often include harmful chemicals. Even products advertised as "green" or "natural" may contain ingredients that can cause health problems. Many cleaning supplies or household products can irritate the eyes or throat, or cause headaches and other health problems, including cancer. Some products release dangerous chemicals, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Other harmful ingredients include ammonia and bleach. Even natural fragrances such as citrus can react to produce dangerous pollutants indoors. How can you prevent harm from cleaning and household products? • Read all labels on cleaning supplies and household products before you buy them. • Choose products that do not contain or have reduced amounts of VOCs, fragrances, irritants, and flammable ingredients. • Avoid using air freshe
I've created this blog after turning 50 this year to share some of my experiences and hacks with all things related to diet, lifestyle, beauty and anti-aging. I'm hoping to share some of the things I've learned along the way with other ladies and gents who might be dealing with similar challenges.