While I realize there are exceptions to what he's saying (such as: homes of people with severe medical conditions and specific locations like hospitals or senior assisted living residents), but I've learned a lot from what he shared. Thank you, again, for sharing, Melissa!
Love this video! And all of ur natural cleaning tips as well. That's what brought me to ur channel in the first place..and what kept me here so long! 💓
Thanks for this video! I never use Clorox anymore. I always use baking soda, vinegar and water. I don't like the smell of Clorox or other chemicals. I also appreciate the air freshener input. I don't like them they are overpowering and give me a head ache. Vinegar will absorb odors out of the air and on surfaces/fabrics and where needed. Thanks for the information! I have been on the right track especially since I have been watching your videos and researching some myself. :)
Thanks Melissa! Great video! Your diet causing hypersensitivity to allergens is something I need to look into :) I would like to point out though that just because you cant pronounce something or don't understand it doesn't automatically make it dangerous or hard for your body to process. Our bodily reactions don't correlate with our reading level. If you don't know what it is research it! Then after some research you can make an informed decision on if you should use it or not.
Interesting point: the dust/dirt in the house may not be the cause of the allergic reaction but it may be exacerbating internal problems. Makes sense for my own personal situation.
Enjoyed the video! What I'd like to know is about plug in air fresheners and wax warmers... And if those are not good, what are alternatives to get the same scents, or are there diy plug ins we could make ourselves... Hmm
You won't be able to get exactly the same scents, since those scents are chemically made. But you can find natural oil smells you like, or you could boil some clove buds and a cinnamon stick like my mom did. She would start a new batch every month or so, and just turn it on to simmer for a few minutes after cooking. The small pan always sat on our Steven when I was growing up.
+Eclectic Alu Vinegar & Water with any essential oil (disinfecting oils are tea tree, lemon, peppermint, lime..and others) I use to only use bleach but started having really bad breathing problems from it. Vinegar works just as good as bleach
Thank you Allison, I make a combination of water, bleach and vinegar. And although it includes a bit of bleach, it's pretty powerful. I'll try to use it for cleaning outside areas mainly. Thanks for the essential oils recommendation! I do have peppermint and tea tree so I'll make another one for interiors using those! THANKS!!
I mix water, a few drops of liquid Castile soap, and germ fighting essential oils like lemon, clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary to make an all purpose germ fighting spray. My kids call it the green spray because I keep it in green bottles. I use baking side and vinegar in laundry for whitening, lemon juice and baking soda to scrub things that need a little lightening or brightening... I could go on all day!
I was scrolling through the comments and saw yours. I was trying to figure out why your name was so familiar. We're Instagram buddies! Anyway, I stopped using bleach in my house because I started having allergic reactions like skin irritation, wheezing, and headaches.
Hello! I was wondering what type of natural/diy cleaner do you suggest for cleaning raw chicken off counter tops? I do not allow bleach in my home due to migraines from the smell and I would love to transition to more natural cleaners because of my autoimmune issues. thanks so much!!
Ke Thomas,Tea Tree Oil (Meleluca) has been shown to kill even the MRSA virus. Organic farms use it as well. A little goes a long way, add a couple of drops to a 50/50 vinegar and water mix. Do some research on essential oils and their different uses, hope this helps.
the pregnant question: also have open windows while cleaning with your desired cleaning product. since your immune system is lower while pregnant it is beneficial to keep a clean home, especially during the nesting period :)
some essential oils can cause pregnancy complications. there are specific warnings on many oils. for sure clary sage and oregano. I'm not sure of more.
I needed to hear this Melissa. I think I’m obsessed with cleaning and disinfecting everything. I need to cool off a bit. 😅 my husband says I’m a germaphobe lol (I don’t believe him though 😄)
Most days I clean with water and a norwex or ecloth; otherwise, vinegar, baking soda and/or essential oils and other natural things. After going to natural cleaning products, makeup (if I wear any), skincare, etc, and cutting back on dairy, I feel a lot better than I used to, but I try not to go on a disinfecting rampage for the sake of my immune system. When I'm in public, though, my germaphobe tends to pop up lol
some essential oils can cause pregnancy complications. there are specific warnings on many oils. for sure clary sage and oregano. I'm not sure of more.
While I realize there are exceptions to what he's saying (such as: homes of people with severe medical conditions and specific locations like hospitals or senior assisted living residents), but I've learned a lot from what he shared. Thank you, again, for sharing, Melissa!
He answered these questions beautifully.
Love this video! And all of ur natural cleaning tips as well. That's what brought me to ur channel in the first place..and what kept me here so long! 💓
thanks Melissa and Jason.Those are clear and sensible answers..
GREAT VIDEO MELISSA, I took clean with natural products and can not use Clorox. Loved this video! 🙋🏻
This video was very insightful! I definitely suggest doing more of these :)
Thanks for this video! I never use Clorox anymore. I always use baking soda, vinegar and water. I don't like the smell of Clorox or other chemicals. I also appreciate the air freshener input. I don't like them they are overpowering and give me a head ache. Vinegar will absorb odors out of the air and on surfaces/fabrics and where needed. Thanks for the information! I have been on the right track especially since I have been watching your videos and researching some myself. :)
I enjoy interview videos. hope there are more to come.
this was awesome! !! thanks Melissa!
After SARS outbreak in Hong Kong, we were taught to clean with diluted bleach. Everyone is still scare about diseases rather than how toxic bleach is.
Thanks Melissa! Great video! Your diet causing hypersensitivity to allergens is something I need to look into :)
I would like to point out though that just because you cant pronounce something or don't understand it doesn't automatically make it dangerous or hard for your body to process. Our bodily reactions don't correlate with our reading level. If you don't know what it is research it! Then after some research you can make an informed decision on if you should use it or not.
Love!!!!! Make a part 2!!!!
Appreciate it was great listing to all these great information.😃
Loved the video! Thank you very much!!
Interesting point: the dust/dirt in the house may not be the cause of the allergic reaction but it may be exacerbating internal problems. Makes sense for my own personal situation.
very informativ. Thank you for that interesting Video!!
Omg awesome video :) I really really enjoyed this :) thanks Melissa :)
Great video.
Enjoyed the video! What I'd like to know is about plug in air fresheners and wax warmers... And if those are not good, what are alternatives to get the same scents, or are there diy plug ins we could make ourselves... Hmm
You can buy essential oil diffusers and use those.
You won't be able to get exactly the same scents, since those scents are chemically made. But you can find natural oil smells you like, or you could boil some clove buds and a cinnamon stick like my mom did. She would start a new batch every month or so, and just turn it on to simmer for a few minutes after cooking. The small pan always sat on our Steven when I was growing up.
i love your jacket, where is it from ?
Very educational. Loved it. I use bleach ... hmmm So how do we replace it? What to use instead of.
Tea tree?
+Eclectic Alu Vinegar & Water with any essential oil (disinfecting oils are tea tree, lemon, peppermint, lime..and others) I use to only use bleach but started having really bad breathing problems from it. Vinegar works just as good as bleach
Thank you Allison, I make a combination of water, bleach and vinegar. And although it includes a bit of bleach, it's pretty powerful. I'll try to use it for cleaning outside areas mainly.
Thanks for the essential oils recommendation! I do have peppermint and tea tree so I'll make another one for interiors using those! THANKS!!
I mix water, a few drops of liquid Castile soap, and germ fighting essential oils like lemon, clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary to make an all purpose germ fighting spray. My kids call it the green spray because I keep it in green bottles. I use baking side and vinegar in laundry for whitening, lemon juice and baking soda to scrub things that need a little lightening or brightening... I could go on all day!
I was scrolling through the comments and saw yours. I was trying to figure out why your name was so familiar. We're Instagram buddies! Anyway, I stopped using bleach in my house because I started having allergic reactions like skin irritation, wheezing, and headaches.
Hello! I was wondering what type of natural/diy cleaner do you suggest for cleaning raw chicken off counter tops? I do not allow bleach in my home due to migraines from the smell and I would love to transition to more natural cleaners because of my autoimmune issues. thanks so much!!
What is a good substitute for bleach? I use vinegar and water, or lemon juice and baking soda, but I still don't get the same results as bleach.
Ke Thomas,Tea Tree Oil (Meleluca) has been shown to kill even the MRSA virus. Organic farms use it as well. A little goes a long way, add a couple of drops to a 50/50 vinegar and water mix. Do some research on essential oils and their different uses, hope this helps.
the pregnant question: also have open windows while cleaning with your desired cleaning product. since your immune system is lower while pregnant it is beneficial to keep a clean home, especially during the nesting period :)
some essential oils can cause pregnancy complications. there are specific warnings on many oils. for sure clary sage and oregano. I'm not sure of more.
I like all ur videos...!!! Could you please help me choose vacuum cleaner? I need to buy it so give me your choice or suggestion
Great!
I needed to hear this Melissa. I think I’m obsessed with cleaning and disinfecting everything. I need to cool off a bit. 😅 my husband says I’m a germaphobe lol (I don’t believe him though 😄)
Is there an email where we can send you a comment? Greetings from Switzerland!
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Most days I clean with water and a norwex or ecloth; otherwise, vinegar, baking soda and/or essential oils and other natural things. After going to natural cleaning products, makeup (if I wear any), skincare, etc, and cutting back on dairy, I feel a lot better than I used to, but I try not to go on a disinfecting rampage for the sake of my immune system. When I'm in public, though, my germaphobe tends to pop up lol
I am so damn scared of bleach hahaha
interesting
Dust is my enemy lol
I like bleach. Scared of ammonia.
Appreciate it was great listing to all this informative info. 😃
some essential oils can cause pregnancy complications. there are specific warnings on many oils. for sure clary sage and oregano. I'm not sure of more.