Second-hand smoke is the smoke from another's cigarette.
Third-hand smoke is the invisible, toxic gases and particulates that cling to hair, skin, clothing, furnishings, automobile interiors, public places, aircraft -- AFTER smoking has ceased.
Toxic chemicals in smoke linger and become embedded in people and everthing within the environment where the smoke was airborne and...are still inhaled after any visible smoke is long gone.
Third-hand smoke endangers ANYONE who comes into contact with smokers, their homes, cars, or their possessions -- airing out a room or car by opening windows or using fans may make you feel the air is clean...it is NOT...it is STILL contaminated with toxic gases and particulates...Click to continue reading...
De-plasticizing Your Food Chemicals are most likely to migrate from plastic into food when exposed to prolonged use, high heat, harsh soaps, and fat. These precautionary measures can help you play it safe. Click to continue reading....
Are Dangerous Chemicals Lurking in Your or Your Parents Home?
Antique Bottles found in a senior's medicine cabinet
In researching for information to include in my teaching, I ran across a report that mentioned finding some very outdated bottles of medications. It included Tincture of Merthiolate that specifically states on the label it contains “Thimerosal Tincture”….a now known toxic ingredient that was included in many children’s vaccinations. Click to continue reading...
Winter Solstice is arriving and it’s that time of year when more of us add candles to inspire a relaxing atmosphere to warm the soul and light the spirit as sunlight hours slowly diminish.
For us woman, nothing is more flattering to our faces than being viewed within the glow of candles – it softens the history of our experiences. Yes, candles are instant mood-modifiers but they can also be very toxic with emissions that are not worth the ambiance. Click to continue reading...
