Chem-Free Cleaning
Holistic living goes beyond what we put inside our bodies or directly upon our skin. Part of holistic living is to be aware of everything that will enter your environment. Among those important factors are cleaning and our cleaning products. Cleaning can be a way of preventing the spread of certain diseases by reducing the impact of molds, bacteria, and viruses. Unfortunately, many times we look towards toxic chemical cleaners. Chemical cleaners can pose a threat to our health, especially when used incorrectly. We can become affected by chemical exposure via inhalation or direct contact. Dangers of Toxic Chemical Exposure Effects from toxic chemical exposure are generally broken into two categories: acute and chronic. Acute effects are short-term and usually take place almost immediately after exposure. It can manifest in rashes, eye irritations, swelling of the throat, dizziness or even passing out. Chronic effects are normally caused by ...