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Natural cleaning alternatives: Safe products for a healthier home

By hrseditor // 2024-12-03

Keeping your home clean is important, not just for aesthetic purposes. A clean home helps protect your family's health, but the cleaning might be counterproductive if you use harsh cleaning products that expose your family to harmful chemicals. However, you can limit exposure to those risks by switching to lab-verified cleaning supplies made with natural ingredients. You can even create DIY solutions using things you may already have at home. (h/t to Lung.org)

Dangers of store-bought household cleaning products

Different store-bought cleaning supplies or household products can irritate the eyes or throat, or cause headaches and other health problems. Other products release dangerous chemicals, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs are chemicals that vaporize at room temperature. VOCs and other chemicals released when using cleaning supplies contribute to allergic reactions, headaches and chronic respiratory problems. Scientists conducting ongoing studies are trying to find out how exactly these chemicals affect people with asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Research has also suggested that exposure to chemicals from cleaning supplies may be linked to occupational asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Cleaning supplies and household products containing VOCs and other toxic substances include, but are not limited to:

• Aerosol spray products (Including health, beauty and cleaning products)
• Air fresheners
• Chlorine bleach
• Detergent and dishwashing liquid
• Dry cleaning chemicals
• Furniture and floor polish
• Oven cleaners
• Rug and upholstery cleaners

Do not combine bleach or other bleach-containing products with any cleaner containing ammonia. The gases emitted by this dangerous combination can cause chronic breathing problems or even death. (Related: 5 Toxic ingredients that can be found in common cleaning products.)

DIY scented all-purpose cleaner

Try this DIY-scented all-purpose cleaner that's free from harsh chemicals. This homemade spray will help keep your home clean and even save you money on cleaning products. Things you'll need:

• One part white vinegar
• One part water
• Lemon rind
• Rosemary sprigs

Directions:

1. Combine the vinegar, water, lemon rind and rosemary sprigs.
2. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle, shake and set it aside for at least one week to let it infuse before using. You can also try other scents or combinations such as cinnamon sticks, cloves or orange rinds.
3. After a week, you can use the homemade all-purpose cleaner to clean trash cans, wipe wall smudges, or remove hard water stains.

The lemon rind gives the spray a fresh scent and may help boost cleaning power. Never use acidic cleaners on granite because they will etch the stone. Use the spray cautiously on stainless steel. Some manufacturers recommend against using vinegar on certain appliance surfaces.

Where to buy natural cleaning products free of harsh chemicals

The Health Ranger Store is committed to helping you protect your family from harmful chemicals found in many store-bought cleaning products. That's why we're proud to introduce an assortment of products that are environmentally friendly and safe for home use, such as All Purpose Non-Toxic Cleaner Concentrate and Laundry Detergent Powder. Our Health Ranger Select All Purpose Non-Toxic Cleaner Concentrate Soap is your ultimate cleaning partner. This gentle but powerful formula removes stains, grime and dirt without compromising your family's health and the environment. Unlike many commercial cleaning products, our all-purpose cleaner does not contain hidden toxins or strong chemical fragrances. It is made with wholesome, eco-friendly ingredients, such as organic coconut oil, olive oil, jojoba oil and different essential oils that make it safe for you, your family and the environment. Health Ranger Select All Purpose, Non-Toxic Cleaner Concentrate Soap is non-toxic, non-GMO, non-China and certified organic. It is also thoroughly lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology. You can also forget about the chemicals-ridden laundry detergents that are commonly sold in supermarkets. Many of them can cause serious diseases like cancer and have extremely damaging consequences on your endocrine and neurological health. The phosphates, petrochemicals, synthetic dyes and fragrances they contain emit fumes that you breathe in throughout the day. Besides, they are also extremely harmful to the environment, so you should avoid them at all costs. Instead, get the Health Ranger Select Laundry Detergent Powder. Based on a revolutionary formula, it is ideal for the entire family and also protects sensitive skin. Our detergent is free of phosphates, petrochemicals and other harmful substances. Health Ranger Select Laundry Detergent Powder just contains the ingredients needed to keep your clothes clean and stain-free without damaging your health. The Health Ranger Select Laundry Detergent's highly efficient formula provides unmatched safe and effective cleaning power. Plus, it is gentle on your skin and many precious fabrics, like silk and wool. Visit Health Ranger Store and Brighteon Store to find more lab-verified products for your prepping needs. Watch the video below to learn more about the All Purpose Non-Toxic Cleaner Concentrate from the Health Ranger Store. This video is from the Health Ranger Store channel on Brighteon.com.

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