Farewell, chemicals!

Chemicals. This word reminds me of swimming pools, science class and drugs. I know what I think the word means but I wanted to look up the actual definition just to clarify any confusion. Here is what I found on dictionary.com:

- "narcotic or mind-altering drugs or substances"
- "any substance using in or resulting from a reaction involving changes to atoms or molecules, especially one derived artificially for practical use"
- a drug, especially an illicit or additive one

Whoa! That's some pretty powerful and potentially damaging product! It has much potential and ability to do some serious damage on our minds, bodies, and the world in which we live.

If we are going to get back to a more whole food, "what God intended us to put in our bodies" lifestyle, these MUST be the first to go! They mess with our bodies and are not natural. Ever wonder why we have so many increasing diseases And cancers? Or why we are so much bigger than people even just 50 years ago? I think it's a sure bet that the chemicals in the many, various processed foods, soft drinks, personal care products and pesticides have a huge contribution to those numbers.

If we are going to try to get back to a natural diet and expect a healthful life, we must start with the chemicals. The great thing about this is there are so many chemicalized products out there - we can start by getting rid of one product or habit at a time. Maybe you are an avid soda drinker? Start replacing your soda with alkaline water (use baking soda or fresh lemon juice) and add energy-infusing coconut water when you need a boost.

Here are a few small measures I am taking to make chemical intake go away:
- alkaline water with herbal teas
- salt rock for a natural deodorant
- homemade face wash with coconut oil and baking soda
- green smoothies!!
- no more of my big addiction: chewing gum. It is packed with aspartame.
- working on a homemade lotion and toothpaste...

Please, share ways you too are taking the chemicals out and putting good stuff in!

Xoxo,
AC.

(did you see me pre-blended smoothie? Isn't she beautiful!)