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"Much of what goes on you, ends up in you" -Mercola

My advice is to ver on the side of caution and limit/ avoid your amount of chemical exposure. READ

At Infinite Wellness Acupuncture Acupuncture, we take a holistic approach to healthcare. We believe that the body has the innate ability to heal itself, and our goal is to support and enhance that healing process through acupuncture and other natural therapies.

To help you on your journey to live chemical free, I have compiled a list of brand recommendations,

One common sensitivity is SLS= SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE

Sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant, detergent and emulsifier. It is used in a vast majority of cosmetic products and cleaners.

MORE INFO FOUND AT https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/07/13/sodium-lauryl-sulfate.aspx

According to Mercola.com, other names that SLS goes by include; Sodium dodecyl sulfate, A13-00356, Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester, sodium salt, Akyposal, SDS, Sodium salt sulfuric acid, Aquarex ME, Monododecyl ester sodium salt sulfuric acid & Aquarex methyl.

According to Bewell.com, other names include; Sodium caprylic sulfate, Sodium capric sulfate, Sodium oleic sulfate, Sodium stearyl sulfate, Sodium myreth sulfate, Sodium dodecanesulfate, Sodium monododecyl sulfate.

More alternative names can be found at https://www.healingnoni.com/blog/sulfate-names/.

SOME PEOPLE ARE MORE SENSITIVE THAN OTHERS. Those with SEVERE SENSATIVIES ALSO REACT TO SODIUM COCO SULFATES as well.

These are used in many products that say they are "SLS FREE."

CLEANING PRODUCTS FOR YOUR HOME

Laundry Soap

Here is a link to the recipe: http://www.dwellinginhappiness.com/chemical-free-liquid-laundry-detergent/

-When I make this at home, I don't use a glass jar. I prepare the detergent in a gallon jug then transfer half of it to an old laundry soap container so it already has the lid on it to measure the amount. I also use more detergent depending on the load.

-I also add borax and/or vinegar to loads of laundry that need deep cleaning (i.e. a dog blanket, camping gear, etc.).
-In my personal laundry, I have replaced bleach with hydrogen peroxide to further reduce my exposure to harsh chemicals. It doesn't keep those whites as bright though.

All Purpose Cleaner

1. DIY RECIPE:
1tsp. borax
1/2 tsp washing soda (can be found at most grocery stores/ super stores)
1 tsp. castile soap
About 20 drops of essential oils (Blend or just one type.)

I suggest an anti microbial oils: Doterra's On Guard, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Lavender, Tea Tree Oil, Bergamot, Basil, Rosemary,

Lemongrass, Oregano, Thyme, Cinnamon & Clove.
Bottle for storage

Add borax and washing soda together in bottle, add warm water so the powder is dissolved. Fill the bottle with water until it is almost full.

Then add castile soap and essential oils at the end (otherwise the soap suds will over fill the bottle). Shake to mix again, then it is ready to use.

2. BRAND: FORCE OF NATURE CLEANERS

Other Cleaning Product Options:

Brand ingredients continue to change so please keep checking and reading lables

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HARD WOOD FLOOR CLEANER:

I rotate using a 50/50 mix of Vinegar and Water solution and the all purpose cleaner recipe above.

USE BAKING SODA FOR A CARPET POWDER

Use baking soda to effectively clean your carpets.

You can also use the room spray recipe below on your carpet to add extra freshness.

ROOM SPRAY OR FURNITURE SPRAY:

Use a spray bottle with about 20-30 drops of your choice of essential oil with 4 oz of water. I again suggest anti microbial essential oils.

When it comes to nutrition, everyone has their own opinion about what you should eat.

What works the best for one person, is not always the best diet for someone else.

(I mean diet as in what you eat, not a weight loss program).

Some people may need more or less proteins, fats, carbs, veggies and/or fruit,

and the amounts needed are constantly changing throughout our lives.

Come in for an energetic reading to discover the best diet plan for you

while also enjoying a relaxing acupuncture treatment!

So how do you know what the best food choices are for you? Follow these rules:

1. KEEP IT SIMPLE!

"IF IT GROWS, EAT IT, IF IT DOESN'T, DON'T"

If you can't pronounce it or don't recognize it as food, avoid it.

2. Keep your diet to an 'organic whole food based diet'. Including one ingredient items such as;

Complex Carbs

(brown rice, quinoa, all types of potatoes, corn, beans, oats, good quality sprouted wheat),

Veggies

Fruits

Healthy Fats

(fats that stay solid at room temperature; organic grass fed butter, coconut oil & avocados)

Local Animal Meats/ Eggs.

Aim to make organic whole foods 80-100% of your diet.
In order to eat an organic whole food diet, you have to make time to cook, there is no other way.
If choosing organic foods isn't always in your budget, try to still incorporate as many one ingredient items into your diet as possible. Also, prioritize organic animal products over other food groups.

3. READ LABELS

(a majority of whole foods won't have labels, like fruits and veggies)

4. NO PROCESSED FOODS

5. MINIMAL DAIRY & SUGAR

6. SHOP ON THE OUTSIDE PERIMETER OF THE GROCERY STORE- Avoid the center aisles

7. EAT WHAT IS IN SEASON- The more color on your plate the better.

8. MIX IT UP! Don't eat the same thing daily.

9. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER- Half your body weight in ounces & stick to warm &/or room temperature

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COMPLETE PROTEINS:

What is a complete protein and why do we need them? A complete protein contains all of the amino acids that our bodies do not make on their own. When legumes like peanuts, beans and lentils are combined with grains like rice, wheat and corn, a complete protein is formed.

IF DURING YOUR TREATMENT I SUGGESTED TO CUT OUT OR MINIMIZE ANIMAL MEATS, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE GETTING ENOUGH PLANT-BASED COMPLETE PROTEINS

EXAMPLES INCLUDE:

1. QUINOA

2. BEANS & RICE

3. HUMMUS & PITA

4. PENUT BUTTER SANDWICH

5. BUCKWHEAT

6. BARLEY & LENTILS

7. SPIRULINA when combined with grains, oats, nuts, or seeds.

8. HEMPSEED

9. CHIA SEED

10. SOY

11. QUORN

12. EZEKIEL BREAD

13. SEITAN

Examples of "Meat-less Animal Complete Proteins:

1. EGGS

2. DAIRY

3. GREEK YOGURT

Check out this website for more information on complete proteins:

https://greatist.com/health/complete-vegetarian-proteins

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DAIRY FREE OPTIONS:

- Dairy Free Cheese: Brand: Lisanatti's: Jalapeno Jack Style (Almond MIlk Cheese)

- Try using avocado to replace sour cream.

- Cashews make a great dairy free alternative. They can be used for creamy sauces and you can make a cashew cheese or milk with them.

- There are plenty of dairy free milks available; almond, cashew, hemp, rice, etc.

Please still READ LABELS!

Here is a website with many alternative ideas: https://www.godairyfree.org/dairy-substitutes

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LIVING CHEMICAL FREE

"Much of what goes on you, ends up in you" -Mercola

My advice is to ver on the side of caution and limit/ avoid your amount of chemical exposure. READ

To help you on your journey to live chemical free, I have compiled a list of brand recommendations,