Monday, February 25, 2013
Top 12 Fruits and Vegetables to buy Organic
Do to high concentrations of pesticides, herbicides, and other harmful chemicals commonly used on conventional food, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) provides an annual list of the top foods that you should ALWAYS buy organic. Please find the details from the most recent findings. You can find the EWG's complete report on their website: http://www.ewg.org/foodnews/summary/
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Weekly Meal Plan Feb 24th
Another weekend has flown by, and it's time to get ready for the work week. I decided to try to change things up a bit this week to get a little more variety. I will be posting recipes separately this week. Enjoy!!!
Sunday:
French Chicken in a Pot (sounds fancy, but super easy and tasty)! served with baked acorn squash and sauteed swiss chard. I will post the recipe shortly!
Monday - Stacked Chicken Enchiladas with beans and corn.
Tuesday - Meatloaf patties served with roasted carrots, mushrooms, and onions; and steamed green beans. I add shredded zucchini and carrots, a little balsamic vinegar, and some Parmesan to the patties to get a little extra veggies in :)
Wednesday: Class night. Urban Plates!
Thursday: Coconut & Almond Crusted Mahi-Mahi, served with sauteed kale & onions, and butternut squash soup. I use shredded coconut and almond meal for the crust and an egg wash to make it all stick together. You can bake or pan fry in coconut oil :)
Friday: Curried Red Lentils & Chickpeas. This recipe is pretty simple and loaded with flavor! I will post this recipe shortly!!
Saturday: Leftovers!
Sunday:
French Chicken in a Pot (sounds fancy, but super easy and tasty)! served with baked acorn squash and sauteed swiss chard. I will post the recipe shortly!
Monday - Stacked Chicken Enchiladas with beans and corn.
Tuesday - Meatloaf patties served with roasted carrots, mushrooms, and onions; and steamed green beans. I add shredded zucchini and carrots, a little balsamic vinegar, and some Parmesan to the patties to get a little extra veggies in :)
Wednesday: Class night. Urban Plates!
Thursday: Coconut & Almond Crusted Mahi-Mahi, served with sauteed kale & onions, and butternut squash soup. I use shredded coconut and almond meal for the crust and an egg wash to make it all stick together. You can bake or pan fry in coconut oil :)
Friday: Curried Red Lentils & Chickpeas. This recipe is pretty simple and loaded with flavor! I will post this recipe shortly!!
Saturday: Leftovers!
Sunday, February 17, 2013
Weekly Meal Plan February 19th
Another week has flown by. Last weeks meals got a little hectic, and we ended up skipping the short ribs and having protein shakes instead. So, needless to say, they are back on the menu for this week :) here it goes....
Sunday: Korean short ribs
Monday: Spaghetti squash with meat and veggie sauce
Tuesday: White bean chili with chicken
Wednesday: leftovers or urban plates (class night for both of us)
Thursday: Salmon crusted with potato chips; sauteed kale and onions
* recipe at end of post
Friday: chicken street tacos with beans and fire roasted corn
Saturday: sweet potato, broccoli, and black bean mash.
Salmon with potato chip crust
Ingredients:
2 pieces of wild salmon
1 cup of sea salt and vinegar potato chips
Dijon mustard
Directions:
Place salmon on a broiling pan skin side down and broil for approximately 6 to 7 mins or to your desired "doneness".
While salmon is broiling, crush about 1 cup of the potato chips as finely as you can. I usually just pit the chips in a bowl, cover with a napkin, and smash away.
When salmon is done, pull out of oven. Smear enough Dijon mustard on top of fish to cover. This will act as a glue to hold the chip crumbs
Next, layer the chip crumbs on the fish over the mustard. Pat down to make sure they stick. You can add as much or as little as you'd like. I like the salty flavor so I put a nice thick layer.
Put the fish back under the broiler for 2-3 mins or until the crust is golden brown.
*** Be sure to keep the fish far enough away from the broiler so that the oil from the chips does not catch fire. I have done this! I usually adjust the oven racks to allow for plenty of clearance between the fish and the flame :)
Once the desired brown ring is reached, remove from the oven and serve :)
Monday, February 11, 2013
Weekly Meal Plan - Feb 11 2013
This week will be a little hectic at our house. Therefore, I will be relying on my trusty Crock pot to help us get through it :) The best thing about the Crock pot is you can make extra food without the extra effort. I like to take advantage and make enough for at least 1-2 extra meals. I have included the two Crock pot recipes at the end of this post.
Eet smakelijk!
Monday: Grilled Red Snapper served with sauteed bak choy & onions, and left over mashed butternut squash.
Tuesday: Celebrating out 62 months anniversary! Dining out :)
Wednesday: Crock pot Chicken with rainbow carrots, parsnips, and broccoli.
Thursday: Crock pot Korean short ribs with sweet potatoes and kale
Friday: Spaghetti squash with butternut squash sauce, veggies, and ground beef.
Slow Cooker Chicken recipe by Everyday Paelo
http://everydaypaleo.com/scrumptious-slow-cooker-chicken/
The Players:
Eet smakelijk!
Monday: Grilled Red Snapper served with sauteed bak choy & onions, and left over mashed butternut squash.
Tuesday: Celebrating out 62 months anniversary! Dining out :)
Wednesday: Crock pot Chicken with rainbow carrots, parsnips, and broccoli.
Thursday: Crock pot Korean short ribs with sweet potatoes and kale
Friday: Spaghetti squash with butternut squash sauce, veggies, and ground beef.
Slow Cooker Chicken recipe by Everyday Paelo
http://everydaypaleo.com/scrumptious-slow-cooker-chicken/
2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 parsnips
3 carrots
4 celery stalks
1 red onion
10-12 whole garlic cloves
¼ cup coconut oil
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon rubbed sage
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Cut the parsnips, carrots, celery, and onion into large chunks making sure that the carrots and parsnips are cut roughly the same size for even cooking. Place the chicken in the crockpot and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. On top of the chicken layer the onions and whole garlic cloves followed by the parsnips, carrots, and celery. In a glass measuring cup mix together the chicken broth, coconut oil, thyme and sage (it helps to melt the coconut oil first in the microwave). Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken and veggies and cook on high for 5 hours or low for 7.
Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs recipe by Food Renegade
http://www.foodrenegade.com/slow-cooker-korean-short-ribs/
The Players:
- 6 lbs. TWR grass-fed beef short ribs (bone-in)
- 1 Asian pear
- 6 garlic cloves
- 4 green onions
- 1 in. cube of ginger
- 1 c. homemade or store-bought beef stock
- ¾ c. naturally-fermented soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. raw honey
- salt, pepper, and cilantro to taste
The Equipment:
- Blender
- Slow-Cooker
The How-To:
Salt & pepper ribs generously, place on a lined baking sheet bone side up, and oven broil for 4-6 minutes on each side. Place short ribs in the slow cooker. Chop the pear, green onions, ginger and garlic, then purée together with soy sauce and honey. Pour this mixture over the ribs, making sure to set aside a cup for later. Top the pot with beef stock, cover the lid, and cook low and slow for 8-10 hrs.
Serving Suggestion: When you’re ready to eat, place the ribs on a serving platter and top with remaining cup of sauce and cilantro to taste. Will feed 4-6 people.
The Sizzle:
By substituting coconut aminos for soy sauce, this meal easily becomes Paleo diet-friendly. Paleo enthusiasts advocate that because 95% of human existence has followed the hunter-gatherer lifestyle, we should continue to eat unprocessed foods to achieve optimal health.
By substituting coconut aminos for soy sauce, this meal easily becomes Paleo diet-friendly. Paleo enthusiasts advocate that because 95% of human existence has followed the hunter-gatherer lifestyle, we should continue to eat unprocessed foods to achieve optimal health.
Friday, February 8, 2013
Recipe - Banana Ice Cream
As luck would have it, I generally get a sweet tooth the moment I go on a diet. :) I've searched all over the internet for healthier ways to satisfy the sweet cravings, and I finally came across this recipe for banana 'ice cream'. The recipe is super easy. You can also kick it up a notch by adding a little chocolate protein powder. I prefer MRM's Chocolate Whey. If you need a little more sweetness, you can add a little honey or agave.
Enjoy!!!
Banana Ice Cream
Ingredients
2 frozen medium bananas
About a ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond(or any kind of milk you choose)
About a ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond(or any kind of milk you choose)
Directions
Pop bananas into a blender or food processor and blend until the bananas have a smooth and creamy consistency (just like ice-cream). Depending on how powerful your blender or processor is, your bananas may clunk around a bit at the beginning BUT just give them a minute. Once they start to break down they turn into this lovely, creamy treat.
If you want… you can skip the milk addition all together, but I like to add a little in. I usually start with about a quarter cup and then blend. If you want it a little thinner add a little more milk, if not… skip it!
Top with whatever you’ve got on hand or nothing at all and enjoy!
Maks 2 servings.
If you want… you can skip the milk addition all together, but I like to add a little in. I usually start with about a quarter cup and then blend. If you want it a little thinner add a little more milk, if not… skip it!
Top with whatever you’ve got on hand or nothing at all and enjoy!
Maks 2 servings.
Nutritional Analysis
Calories: 115; Total Fat: 2.1g; Saturated Fat: 0.2g; Trans Fat 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 3mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 4; Sugars: 14.4; Protein: 3.2g
* adding a scoop of chocolate protein powder will add approximately 45 calories and 10 grams of protein to each serving.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Quick Meals - Broccoli & Sweet Potato Bowl
Here is a recipe that I like to make when I'm short on time. It's super quick, healthy, and tastes good. I came across the recipe on a website called Clean and Delicious (with Dani Spies). Check out some of her other recipes if you have a chance. They're all very clean and healthy!
Simple Steamed Broccoli & Sweet Potato Bowl by Dani Spies
Ingredients
1-2 medium sweet potato , cut into ½ in cubes
1.5 cups of broccoli florets
1 can of black beans
½ tsp dashes of curry powder
½ tsp of garlic powder
1 tbsp of Ghee or olive oil
salt and little black pepper to taste
1.5 cups of broccoli florets
1 can of black beans
½ tsp dashes of curry powder
½ tsp of garlic powder
1 tbsp of Ghee or olive oil
salt and little black pepper to taste
Yields about 4 servings.
Directions
In a medium/large pot, steam sweet potato cubes for
approximately 5 minutes. Add broccoli and steam for another 4 minutes. Add the
black beans and steam for another 4 minutes.
Remove vegetables from pot and combine in large bowl with
seasoning and ghee.
This dish can be served as a stand alone
meal or as a side dish. If I’m serving it for dinner, I generally serve with
grilled chicken.
Nutritional Analysis
Per serving estimates:
Calories: 232; Total Fat: 5.2g; Saturated Fat: 0.9g;
Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 171 mg; Carbohydrate: 40.1g; Dietary Fiber: 8.8g;
Sugars: 5.1g; Protein: 9.1g
Monday, February 4, 2013
Weekly Meal Plan February 4
Creating a weekly meal plan can help a household in a variety of ways e.g., it cuts the guess work, makes shopping easier, saves time,saves money, and can help you lose/maintain weight. It's a great way to create a visual representation of the food groups/nutrients you are consuming. I recommend using organic meats/produce, if possible, or even local/sustainable; and fresh versus frozen anything! Also remember, with vegetables, use a variety of colors. While I try to include a variety, I also shop for what's on sale. Organic produce @ full price isn't cheap - so leave some flexibility in your meal plan and shop what's on sale.
My goal here is to share the weekly meal plan in our house in order to help spark some ideas for you. I typically make extra food in order to have leftovers for lunch the next day. Also,while I try to keep a healthy diet, it is by no means perfect. I hope this helps!
Monday: Roasted Salmon with sauteed kale & red onions
Tuesday: Vegetable Stir fry with organic, non-GMO Tofu. Veggies include: green beans, broccoli, onion, and zucchini.
Wednesday. Grilled Mahi-Mahi with green beans and pureed butternut squash.
Thursday: Spaghetti Squash with sauteed vegetables and ground beef. Veggies include zucchini, onions, mushrooms, and carrots.
Friday: Meatloaf (a special recipe that is loaded with 1/2 c of both grated carrots and zucchini. Thank you Lola!), any leftover veggies and steamed/mashed butternut squash.
My goal here is to share the weekly meal plan in our house in order to help spark some ideas for you. I typically make extra food in order to have leftovers for lunch the next day. Also,while I try to keep a healthy diet, it is by no means perfect. I hope this helps!
Monday: Roasted Salmon with sauteed kale & red onions
Tuesday: Vegetable Stir fry with organic, non-GMO Tofu. Veggies include: green beans, broccoli, onion, and zucchini.
Wednesday. Grilled Mahi-Mahi with green beans and pureed butternut squash.
Thursday: Spaghetti Squash with sauteed vegetables and ground beef. Veggies include zucchini, onions, mushrooms, and carrots.
Friday: Meatloaf (a special recipe that is loaded with 1/2 c of both grated carrots and zucchini. Thank you Lola!), any leftover veggies and steamed/mashed butternut squash.
Sunday, February 3, 2013
Powerhouse Foods - Coconuts
I should start by saying I have an addiction to coconuts. :) D and I drink coconut water during exercise; cook with coconut oil and coconut milk; top meats and fruits with coconut butter; and add shredded coconut to shakes. Yum! A coconut is loaded with many different health promoting properties and is definitely worth adding into your diet. Below is a summary of the health benefits of coconuts that I collected from several articles by Dr. Mercola.
To start, it's probably worth differentiating the many ways you can find coconut:
1. Coconut Oil - this is the oil that is extracted from the meat (white part) of the coconut. It is solid at room temperature but clear under heat.
2. Coconut Milk - the ground up 'meat' with plain water added to form a liquid mixture.
3. Coconut Water - this is the clear liquid that is found in young coconuts
4. Coconut butter - this is the ground up 'meat'
5. Shredded Coconut - shredded 'meat'
Now, a little information on the health benefits of coconuts:
Coconut Oil/Butter:
A healthy saturated fat that can be attributed to:
Coconut oil is comprised of 2/3 medium-chained fatty acids which contribute to the following:
Use for low to med temp cooking. Coconut oil is more stable than other oils like Olive, canola, soy, or vegetable which oxidize when used with heat.
The problem with Olive oil for cooking...
Olive oil is primarily a monounsaturated fat. This means that it has one double bond in its fatty acid structure. The problem with olive oil is its overabundance of oleic acid, which creates an imbalance on the cellular level that can inhibit prostaglandin production, which can increase the risk of breast cancer and heart disease.
Coconut water is:
To start, it's probably worth differentiating the many ways you can find coconut:
1. Coconut Oil - this is the oil that is extracted from the meat (white part) of the coconut. It is solid at room temperature but clear under heat.
2. Coconut Milk - the ground up 'meat' with plain water added to form a liquid mixture.
3. Coconut Water - this is the clear liquid that is found in young coconuts
4. Coconut butter - this is the ground up 'meat'
5. Shredded Coconut - shredded 'meat'
Now, a little information on the health benefits of coconuts:
Coconut Oil/Butter:
A healthy saturated fat that can be attributed to:
- Promoting your heart health3
- Promoting weight loss, when needed4
- Supporting your immune system health5
- Supporting a healthy metabolism6
- Providing you with an immediate energy source7
- Keeping your skin healthy and youthful looking
- Supporting the proper functioning of your thyroid gland8
Coconut oil is comprised of 2/3 medium-chained fatty acids which contribute to the following:
- MCFAs are smaller. They permeate cell membranes easily, and do not require special enzymes to be utilized effectively by your body.
- MCFAs are easily digested, thus putting less strain on your digestive system.
- MCFAs are sent directly to your liver, where they are immediately converted into energy rather than being stored as fat.
- MCFAs actually help stimulate your body's metabolism, leading to weight loss.
Use for low to med temp cooking. Coconut oil is more stable than other oils like Olive, canola, soy, or vegetable which oxidize when used with heat.
The problem with Olive oil for cooking...
Olive oil is primarily a monounsaturated fat. This means that it has one double bond in its fatty acid structure. The problem with olive oil is its overabundance of oleic acid, which creates an imbalance on the cellular level that can inhibit prostaglandin production, which can increase the risk of breast cancer and heart disease.
Coconut water is:
- Rich in natural vitamins (especially the B vitamins), minerals, and trace elements (including zinc, selenium, iodine, sulfur, and manganese). Vitamins are necessary for the enzymatic reactions your cells need in order to function.
- Full of amino acids, organic acids, enzymes, antioxidants, and phytonutrients.
- Rich source of electrolytes and natural salts, especially potassium and magnesium.
- Light, low calorie and nearly fat-free, as well as low in sugar but pleasantly sweet—contains about a fifth of the sugar of other fruit juices, like apple or grape juice, as well as containing a little fiber to moderate absorption.
- Rich in cytokinins, or plant hormones, which have anti-aging, anti-cancer, and anti-thrombolytic effects in humans.
Coconut Water's Abundance of Health Benefits
Addressing every one of these areas is beyond the scope of one article, but I would like to touch on a few of the most impressive areas where coconut water may give your health a boost. According to Bruce Fife, author of Coconut Water for Health and Healing and one of the leading coconut experts, scientific research and clinical observation have shown coconut water to have the following broad-spanning health benefits:
| Rehydration (water and electrolytes) | Increased exercise performance | Cardioprotective (rich in potassium and magnesium); helps regulate blood pressure, improve circulation, reduces plaque formation |
| Anti-inflammatory; reduces swelling in hands and feet | Prevents abnormal blood clotting | Aids in kidney function (preventing and dissolving kidney stones, UTI remedy) |
| Helps balance blood glucose and insulin levels | Digestive tonic (rich in enzymes); feeds friendly gut flora | Remedy for constipation and diarrhea |
| Anti-aging properties | Enhances skin health (elasticity, age spots, wrinkles), improves wound healing | Enhances eye health (cataracts, glaucoma) |
| Supports good immune function; antimicrobial (contains monolaurin) | Helps prevent osteoporosis | Anti-cancer properties |
References:
Articles found on mercola.com
Help Your Heart: 71% of Those Who Drank This Lowered Their Blood Pressure; 2011
This Cooking Oil is a Powerful Virus-Destroyer and Antibiotic…2010
Olive Oil: good for health, not for cooking. ..2003
Saturday, February 2, 2013
The Big 12 Chemicals to Avoid
I wanted to share a list of the top 12 major toxic ingredients to avoid that I came across online. They are commonly found in many of our everyday products and can have detrimental long term effects. It might be worthwhile to print a copy of this list and take it shopping with you. You will likely be surprised at how prevalent these ingredients are.
1. Propylene, Ethlylene and Butylene Glycol
• Found in Anti-freeze
• Acts as a “surfactant” (wetting agent and solvent)
• Penetrates the skin and weakens protein and cellular structure
• Strong enough to remove barnacles from boats
Found In: Baby wipes, diaper creams, baby lotion, facial cleansing cloths, facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos, toothpastes, etc.
2. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
• Detergents that pose serious health threats
• Used in garage floor cleaners and engine degreasers and in 90% of all personal care products that foam
Found In: Baby body washes, baby shampoos, anti-bacterial hand washes, shaving cream, body lotions,
shampoos, etc.
3. DEA (diethanolamine), MEA (monoethanolamine) & TEA (triethanolamine)
• Hormone-disrupting chemicals that can form cancer-causing nitrates
• Restricted in Europe due to carcinogenic effects, yet are still used in the US
• Americans are exposed to these chemicals multiple times a day
Found In: Body lotions, body washes, cleansers, shampoos, shaving creams, bubble bath etc.
4. Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)
• Carcinogenic petroleum ingredient that reduces the skin’s natural moisture
• Increases the appearance of aging and leaves you vulnerable to bacteria
• Used in spray-on oven cleaners and cleansers to dissolve oil and grease
Found In: Baby wipes, diaper creams, baby lotions, cleansers, body washes, deodorants, etc.
5. Sodium Hydroxide
• The most recent addition to personal care products
• May be fatal or cause permanent damage if swallowed.
• May cause blindness
• This is a poison (caustic lye) found in drain cleaners
Found In: Toothpastes, baby lotions, hand and body lotion, etc.
6. Triclosan
• Synthetic “antibacterial” with a chemical structure similar to Agent Orange!
• The EPA registers Triclosan as a pesticide, giving it high scores as a risk to human health and the environment
• It is in a class of chemicals suspected of causing cancer in humans
Found In: Anti-bacterial hand wash, antibacterial toys, etc.
7. DMDM and Urea (Imidazolidinyl)
• Two of many preservatives that often release formaldehyde which causes joint pain, skin reactions, allergies, depression, headaches, chest pains, ear infections, chronic fatigue, dizziness, and loss of sleep
Found In: Body lotions, body washes, anti-bacterial hand washes, cleansers, shampoos, etc.
8. Parabens
• Studies show that parabens – alkyl hydroxy parabens – alpha hydroxy benzoate (methyl-, ethyl-, propyland butyl-parabens) are weakly estrogenic having the ability to mimic estrogen in the body
• Butyl-paraben is the most potent
Found In: Baby wipes, baby body washes, anti-bacterial hand washes, facial wipes, body lotions,shampoos, etc.
9. Alcohol, Isopropyl, SD-40
• Drying, irritating solvent that strips skin’s moisture and immune barrier, making you vulnerable to bacteria and viruses
•Made from the same petroleum derivative used in shellac and antifreeze
• Promotes brown spots and premature aging
Found In: Lotions, creams, deodorants, etc.
10. Mineral Oil
• Petroleum by-product that coats the skin similar to plastic wrap, clogging the pores
• Interferes with skin’s ability to eliminate toxins, promoting acne and other disorders
• Slows down skin function and cell development, resulting in premature aging
Found In: Lotions, creams, etc. Baby oil is 100% mineral oil!
11. FD&C Color Pigments
• Synthetic colors from coal tar that deposit toxins onto the skin, causing skin irritation
• Absorption of certain colors can cause depletion of oxygen in the body and death
• Animal studies have shown almost all of them to be carcinogenic
Found In: Shampoos, toothpastes, body washes, cleansers, baby products, wipes, hand washes, deodorants, lotions, creams, etc.
12. Fragrances
• Can contain up to four thousand ingredients (including animal urine), many toxic or carcinogenic
• Causes headaches, dizziness, allergic reactions, skin discoloration, violent coughing,
vomiting, and skin irritation
• Fragrances affect the nervous system, causing depression, hyperactivity, irritability, inability to copeand other behavioral changes
Found In: Shampoos, toothpastes, body washes, cleansers, baby products, wipes, hand washes, deodorants, lotions , creams, etc..
1. Propylene, Ethlylene and Butylene Glycol
• Found in Anti-freeze
• Acts as a “surfactant” (wetting agent and solvent)
• Penetrates the skin and weakens protein and cellular structure
• Strong enough to remove barnacles from boats
Found In: Baby wipes, diaper creams, baby lotion, facial cleansing cloths, facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos, toothpastes, etc.
2. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
• Detergents that pose serious health threats
• Used in garage floor cleaners and engine degreasers and in 90% of all personal care products that foam
Found In: Baby body washes, baby shampoos, anti-bacterial hand washes, shaving cream, body lotions,
shampoos, etc.
3. DEA (diethanolamine), MEA (monoethanolamine) & TEA (triethanolamine)
• Hormone-disrupting chemicals that can form cancer-causing nitrates
• Restricted in Europe due to carcinogenic effects, yet are still used in the US
• Americans are exposed to these chemicals multiple times a day
Found In: Body lotions, body washes, cleansers, shampoos, shaving creams, bubble bath etc.
4. Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)
• Carcinogenic petroleum ingredient that reduces the skin’s natural moisture
• Increases the appearance of aging and leaves you vulnerable to bacteria
• Used in spray-on oven cleaners and cleansers to dissolve oil and grease
Found In: Baby wipes, diaper creams, baby lotions, cleansers, body washes, deodorants, etc.
5. Sodium Hydroxide
• The most recent addition to personal care products
• May be fatal or cause permanent damage if swallowed.
• May cause blindness
• This is a poison (caustic lye) found in drain cleaners
Found In: Toothpastes, baby lotions, hand and body lotion, etc.
6. Triclosan
• Synthetic “antibacterial” with a chemical structure similar to Agent Orange!
• The EPA registers Triclosan as a pesticide, giving it high scores as a risk to human health and the environment
• It is in a class of chemicals suspected of causing cancer in humans
Found In: Anti-bacterial hand wash, antibacterial toys, etc.
7. DMDM and Urea (Imidazolidinyl)
• Two of many preservatives that often release formaldehyde which causes joint pain, skin reactions, allergies, depression, headaches, chest pains, ear infections, chronic fatigue, dizziness, and loss of sleep
Found In: Body lotions, body washes, anti-bacterial hand washes, cleansers, shampoos, etc.
8. Parabens
• Studies show that parabens – alkyl hydroxy parabens – alpha hydroxy benzoate (methyl-, ethyl-, propyland butyl-parabens) are weakly estrogenic having the ability to mimic estrogen in the body
• Butyl-paraben is the most potent
Found In: Baby wipes, baby body washes, anti-bacterial hand washes, facial wipes, body lotions,shampoos, etc.
9. Alcohol, Isopropyl, SD-40
• Drying, irritating solvent that strips skin’s moisture and immune barrier, making you vulnerable to bacteria and viruses
•Made from the same petroleum derivative used in shellac and antifreeze
• Promotes brown spots and premature aging
Found In: Lotions, creams, deodorants, etc.
10. Mineral Oil
• Petroleum by-product that coats the skin similar to plastic wrap, clogging the pores
• Interferes with skin’s ability to eliminate toxins, promoting acne and other disorders
• Slows down skin function and cell development, resulting in premature aging
Found In: Lotions, creams, etc. Baby oil is 100% mineral oil!
11. FD&C Color Pigments
• Synthetic colors from coal tar that deposit toxins onto the skin, causing skin irritation
• Absorption of certain colors can cause depletion of oxygen in the body and death
• Animal studies have shown almost all of them to be carcinogenic
Found In: Shampoos, toothpastes, body washes, cleansers, baby products, wipes, hand washes, deodorants, lotions, creams, etc.
12. Fragrances
• Can contain up to four thousand ingredients (including animal urine), many toxic or carcinogenic
• Causes headaches, dizziness, allergic reactions, skin discoloration, violent coughing,
vomiting, and skin irritation
• Fragrances affect the nervous system, causing depression, hyperactivity, irritability, inability to copeand other behavioral changes
Found In: Shampoos, toothpastes, body washes, cleansers, baby products, wipes, hand washes, deodorants, lotions , creams, etc..
A New Start...
A few years ago, I decided to start a blog on a whim. While I had great intentions, within a week, my motivation diminished, and I haven't posted since. I've decided to give it another whirl and hopefully I'll have a little more success.
My goals this time is to create a place where I can share recipes, health tips, life-style changes, reading material, etc. - basically, a little of everything. I often receive questions from friends and family about different supplements, workout routines, recipes and the like. I'd like to use this blog as a central place to share this information with anyone who is interested. I'd be happy to receive suggestions on specific topics and will do my best to research and provide detailed answers.
Enjoy!
My goals this time is to create a place where I can share recipes, health tips, life-style changes, reading material, etc. - basically, a little of everything. I often receive questions from friends and family about different supplements, workout routines, recipes and the like. I'd like to use this blog as a central place to share this information with anyone who is interested. I'd be happy to receive suggestions on specific topics and will do my best to research and provide detailed answers.
Enjoy!
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