ORGANIC LIVING STARTS IN YOUR HOME
What does organic living actually mean? Yes, it does mean trying to eat as many organic foods as possible, but it also means a lot more.
Organic living also applies to trying to live your life with as few toxins and other pollutants as possible. This means both inside and outside of your home. Obviously you only have control over so much.
Some easy ways that you can include organic living into your lifestyle is to choose products with as few chemicals in them as possible. Trying to purchase ‘Green’ or ‘Eco’ labelled products is a really good start.
When decorating your home you can choose paints that have fewer chemicals in them. The same goes for purchasing new drapes or blinds for your home.
Try to buy those that are made from natural products and with as few chemicals as possible.
A good flooring alternative for your home is Bamboo flooring. This is extremely environmentally friendly and gives your home a warm and natural look.
When it comes to purchasing skin care products for your family you can make wise choices here too. Look for products which contain organic and natural ingredients.
This could include products made with lavender oil, aloe vera, tea tree oil and even a variety of natural products like apples, coconut and lemon.
Cleaning products have tons of chemicals and other harmful ingredients in them. This is one area where you can make a huge impact on your environment.
Not using bleach for instance will make a big difference, especially if you live out in the country and have your own septic system.
Next time you go shopping take a look at the cleaning products and start to read the labels. There are probably tons of words that you can’t pronounce on there.
Instead look for those labelled ‘green and eco friendly’ and try those. Ones containing tea tree oil are exceptionally good cleaners.
Do you also know that you have the perfect natural cleaner in your own home? Vinegar is a great cleaner and is inexpensive to buy. The next time your pet or child spills something on your carpet reach for the vinegar first.
Just pour some vinegar onto a damp cloth and pat the stain, if you do it immediately the stain will come out easily.
You can also mix vinegar and water to make your own natural cleaner. Try it to clean your toilet, bathroom and kitchen next time. You will be doing yourself and your family a huge favour by not having them inhale chemical fumes.
