PRODUCE WASH

Have you heard of the Dirty Dozen?

Not the film but the twelve fruits and vegetables most contaminated by pesticides.

    ▪    Peaches

    ▪    Apples

    ▪    Sweet Bell Peppers

    ▪    Celery

    ▪    Nectarines

    ▪    Strawberries

    ▪    Cherries

    ▪    Pears

    ▪    Grapes (Imported)

    ▪    Spinach

    ▪    Lettuce

    ▪    Potatoes

Eurgh! I so don’t want to put pesticides in my mouth. Gag.

So, how can we get rid of them without cutting these foods?

Most people just wash fresh fruits and veggies in regular old tap water. However, now that we know so much more about chemicals, pesticides and all the junk coming in contact with our produce, we should be more particular about how we clean everything. 

Simply add 2 drops of Lemon oil to your bowl of water and fruit.  Let it sit for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Rinse off then enjoy (clean) food !

Which step will you take first ?

CREEPY CRAWLIES BE GONE

Use a bottle of essential oil spray around skirting boards, windows and the entrance of your home.  Spray 1-2 times per week and any time you see a creepy crawly.  Using this instead of conventional bug killer, will take away the risk of harming your family with harsh chemicals.  

Combine any of the following oils in a spray bottle, mixed with Witch Hazel:

    •    Peppermint

    •    Citronella

    •    Cedarwood

    •    Lavender

    •    Geranium

    •    Tea Tree

    •    Purification

    •    Lemongrass

    •    Rosemary