Reduce Unnecessary Chemical Exposure to Your Family

The list is endless and depressing of what you should avoid so let's focus on what you can do to lead a healthier lifestyle and minimize chemical exposures as much as possible. 

 

Have your tap water tested and, if contaminants are found, install an appropriate water filter on all your faucets (even those in your shower or bath).  Look at purified alkaline ionized water as a alternative.  The Alkal-Life 7000sL Water Ionizer utilizes a process, known as electrolysis, which is capable of breaking down large water molecules into smaller micro-clusters that are more completely absorbed by human cells, producing superior hydration and stimulating a range of health benefits:

• Slows the aging effects of oxidization
• Reduces exposure to disease from untreated water
• Promotes healthy weight loss through reduced acidity
• Boosts immunity for improved health and resilience
• Increases nutrient absorption for increased vitality

As much as possible, buy and eat organic produce and free-range, organic foods to reduce your exposure to pesticides and fertilizers.  Use the EWG list of the worst pesticide foods if you can’t afford to buy all organic, at least buy organic on the worst offenders of pesticides.  

Eat only wild caught fish that is lab tested for purify.  Avoid eating farm-raised fish, which are often heavily contaminated with PCBs and mercury.  Supplement with a high-quality purified krill oil, as even eating too much wild caught fish can have dangers.  

Use only natural brands of toiletries such as shampoo, toothpaste, antiperspirants and cosmetics. Don’t be fooled by labels and advertising, learn to read the ingredients of any products you are buying.  JES Organics offers some of the highest quality natural organic products that are non-toxic.  

Eat mostly raw, fresh foods, avoiding processed, prepackaged foods of all kinds. This way you automatically avoid artificial food additives, including dangerous artificial sweeteners, food coloring and MSG.

Use glass rather than plastic for food & beverage storage.  Avoid using plastic wrap and canned foods (which are often lined with BPA-containing liners).

Only use natural cleaning products in your home.  Baking soda & vinegar can be used for many household cleaning chores.  

Avoid using artificial air fresheners, dryer sheets, fabric softeners or other synthetic fragrances.  JES Organics has natural organic aromatherapy sprays that can be used around the house, on your body and on your clothing.  

 Replace your non-stick pots and pans with ceramic or glass cookware.

Avoid spraying pesticides around your home or insect repellants that contain DEET on your body. There are safe, effective and natural alternatives out there.   JESOrganics has an organic insect deterrent. 

 

When designing, buying a new home or re-modeling your existing home, look for "green," toxin-free alternatives for flooring, paint, wood, etc.  

Replace your vinyl shower curtain with a fabric shower curtain, or install a glass shower door. Most all flexible plastics, like shower curtains, contain dangerous plasticizers like phthalates.

Limit your use of drugs (prescription and over-the-counter) as much as possible. Drugs are chemicals too, and they will leave residues and accumulate in your body over time.