7 Harmful ingredients in your soap?

7 Harmful Ingredients in your soap? Really?

Many people don't realize how harmful these chemicals can be, that is exactly what they are chemicals. Take a look if any are in your personal care products, I can guarantee they are, because they are cheap and the manufactures make a huge profit at the expense of your health. Look at this list below and at the end of the list I will provide a link that you can go to, to find a safer solution for you, your family, and even your pets.

Certain chemical ingredients can potentially cause problems for your skin when applied as a liquid or bar soap and are best avoided.
The 7 ingredients topping the "To Avoid" list include…
1. Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate (SLS/SLES)
Sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant, detergent and emulsifier used in thousands of cosmetic products, as well as in industrial cleaners. Present in nearly all shampoos, toothpastes, body washes and cleansers, liquid hand soaps, laundry detergents and bath oils and bath salts.
Although SLS originates from coconuts, the manufacturing process results in SLES/SLS being contaminated with 1,4 dioxane, a carcinogenic byproduct.
SLS is the sodium salt of lauryl sulfate, and is rated by the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) Skin Deep Cosmetics Database as a "moderate hazard."
SLS breaks down your skin's moisture barrier, easily penetrating skin, and allowing other chemicals to penetrate by increasing skin permeability by approximately 100-fold.
Combined with other chemicals, SLS becomes a "nitrosamine", a potent class of carcinogen.
Research studies have linked SLS to skin and eye irritation, organ toxicity, reproductive and developmental toxicity, endocrine disruption, neurotoxicity, cellular changes, possible mutations and cancer.
2. Dioxane
Common in a wide range of products as part of PEG, Polysorbates, Laureth, and ethoxylated alcohols. These compounds are usually contaminated with high concentrations of highly volatile 1,4-dioxane which is easily absorbed through your skin.
This "probably carcinogen to humans" substance has received a "high hazard" rating from EWG's Skin Deep and is especially toxic to the brain, central nervous system, kidneys and liver.
A synthetic derivative of coconut, watch for misleading language on labels, stating "comes from coconut".
Avoid any product with indications of ethoxylation, which include: "myreth," "oleth," "laureth," "ceteareth," any other "eth," "PEG," "polyethylene," "polyethylene glycol," "polyoxyethylene," or "oxynol," in ingredient names.
3. Parabens
Widely used as preservatives in an estimated 13,200 cosmetic and skin care products, parabens have been connected with breast cancer in studies.
They have hormone-disrupting qualities mimicking estrogen, and can interfere with your body's endocrine system. Studies have shown that parabens can affect your body much like estrogens, which can lead to diminished muscle mass, extra fat storage, and male breast growth.
The EPA has linked methyl parabens in particular to metabolic, developmental, hormonal, and neurological disorders, as well as various cancers.
4. Propylene glycol
A common ingredient in personal care products, it's been shown to cause dermatitis, kidney or liver abnormalities, and may inhibit skin cell growth or cause skin irritation.
Also found in engine coolants, antifreeze, rubber cleaners, adhesives, and paints and varnishes.
5. Diethanolamine or DEA
DEA readily reacts with nitrite preservatives and contaminants to create nitrosodiethanolamine (NDEA), a known and potent carcinogen.
DEA also appears to block absorption of the nutrient choline, vital to brain development.
6. Fragrance
Toluene, made from petroleum or coal tar, is found in most synthetic fragrances. Chronic exposure is linked to anemia, lowered blood cell count, liver or kidney damage, and may affect a developing fetus.
Synthetic fragrances can also be drying and irritating to your skin.
7. Triclosan
The antibacterial agent added to many liquid hand soaps to help kill germs. Triclosan is suspected of contributing to the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.
Triclosan Can Transform Into Something Even More Dangerous
Here's something else you may not know about that innocent-looking bottle of liquid hand soap sitting next to your sink.
When triclosan mixes with the chlorine in your tap water, chloroform is formed, which the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has classified as a probable human carcinogen.
And when combined with other disinfection byproducts (DBPs) in your tap water, this chloroform can raise the concentration of dangerous trihalomethanes (THMs) above the EPA's maximum allowable amount.
Trihalomethanes (THMs) are Cancer Group B carcinogens, meaning they've been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals. Disinfection byproducts (DPBs) have also been linked to reproductive problems in both animals and humans.
Not only do you absorb them into your skin, these antimicrobial chemicals flow down your drain, contaminating the environment and food chain.
So, let me ask you… do you really want to put triclosan, SLS, parabens, dioxane, DEA, toluene, synthetic fragrances and propylene glycol (along with other chemicals we haven't even talked about here) on your skin?
In my opinion, you're better off switching to skin care products made of natural plant names you recognize, can pronounce, and could even eat (if you had to).

As promised the link, www.youngliving.org/468819 once there go to products, then personal care, and check it out. Oh, by the way, you will see the retail prices, I can get you started with wholesale prices too.

Charla

ADHD and Essential Oils

In doing some research on the subject of ADHD and essential oils it was very interesting to discover that it also can be a deficiency in the way we digest our foods. That makes sense to me because an allergy or sensitive to a food causes me to become anxious and sometimes nervous until that food or chemical passes out of my system. So what about our children? Could that be their problem as well? Today with all the processed foods and the way they are processed we just can't digest them. Therefore we become intolerant and allergic to them. In turn causing decencies in many areas including the brain. Creating ADHD and ADD. If we use essential oils, perhaps we could give our kids and advantage. First I will quote the reference to essential oils and then the reference to digestive enzymes.

According to the Essential oil Desk Reference:
Are essential oils for ADHD useful? The study Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by Terry S. Friedmann, M.D., measured the brain waves of children with ADHD. He divided the children into three groups and gave them one of three essential oils to inhale three times a day for thirty days. He then measured the brain waves again. The results were as follows:

* Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides) calms and balances the nervous system and at the same time stimulates the circulatory system. The vetiver group showed a statistically significant improvement.
* Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) has high a concentration of sesquiterpenes, which improves oxygenation of the cells of the brain. The cedarwood group showed an improvement but it was not considered statistically significant.
* Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) has both a sedative and a stimulating action. The lavender group showed no improvement.


The Essential Oils Desk Reference recommends if you want to try vetiver for reducing the symptoms of ADHD, diffuse it for 15 minutes four to eight times a day.

Most children are growing up on food that is enzyme depleted. Because of that they do not get the minerals they need an excellent solution to that is Ningxia Red and mineral essence. Both a great sources of minerals we need.

For more information go to: http://charla.myningxia.com

So not only do essential oils help wonderfully but in combination with something that will provide really good nutrition, it can make a huge improvement as well. We are supplementing the whole person.

More on amino acids

Hi Everyone, last time I wrote about Nitric oxide and how important it is to our bodies. Today I want to expand on another source of amino acids to help us produce it naturally. Young Living has a product called MultiGreens, and as spring approaches we like our earth based ancestors, start to seek a lighter palate of salads, fruits, and vegetables. They may have known something we don't and that is the spring greens are a tonic. Helping us rid the body of excess fat and impurities collected during the long months of inactivity during winter. Our VitaGreens provide all of the things we need to cleanse, and fortify us, plus provide the very amino acids naturally that helps us produce the Nitric oxide I talked about last time. Below is a list of what it contains,




Choline bitartrate, bee pollen, barley (hordeum vulgare) grass juice concentrate, spirulina (spirulina platensis), Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus) root, alfalfa (medicago sativa) leave/stem concentrate, Pacific kelp (laminaria digitata) whole thallus, MultiGreen™ Oil blend (Rosemary [rosmarinus officinalis CT cineol]† leaf, lemon [citrus limon]† rind, lemongrass [cymbopogon flexuosus] leaf, melissa [melissa officinalis]† leaf/flower), Amino Acid Complex (L-arginine, L-cystine, L-tyrosine) and gelatin.

† 100% pure therapeutic-grade

Nitrous Oxide

I watched a DVD on heart health and the bottom line is that our bodies produce something called Nitrous Oxide, that comes to our rescue, in terms of lowering blood pressure, balancing blood sugar and giving us heart health and energy. So then why is there such an epidemic of these problems today? Answers are simple really, it boils down to poor diet in most cases, but what most people don't understand is that the poor diet doesn't give their bodies anything to make the Nitrous Oxide. Our bodies produce it naturally when given the right things. Our bodies need amino acids, anti oxidants, and exercise. We would need 24 hours a day of exercise to produce the amount of nitrous oxide we need. Well that is impossible. Don't despair, any amount of exercise is better than nothing.

What else can we do? This is leading me to tell you about a something that contains the anti oxidants and amino acid we need. L-arginine is especially needed by the body to produce this highly beneficial vasodialator, nitrous oxide.

NingXia Red is a naturally delicious, nutrient-infused wolfberry drink. Drink it and discover a refreshing way to energize, fortify, and replenish.

NingXia Red combines the finest whole Ningxia wolfberries, blueberries, raspberries, red grapes and lemon and orange essential oils. And it contains fiber, protein, and a variety of vitamins and minerals and amino acids. Drink it and enjoy:

•A powerful antioxidant-rich infusion.
◦Ningxia wolfberries offer health, energy, and longevity benefits used for centuries.
◦Nutrient-dense blueberry and pomegranate juices include a variety of antioxidants.
◦Lemon and orange essential oils are rich in the antioxidant d-limonene that promotes healthy liver function.*
•The highest levels of naturally occurring, age-defying S-ORAC activity available.
◦S-ORAC helps support immune function, cardiovascular health, and nourishes the eyes.*
•Energy and stamina without stimulants, such as caffeine and guarana.
•Great taste with no sugary, nutrient-light juices, such as apple, white grape, pear, etc.
•Essential nutrients to help support normal cardiovascular function, normal eye health, normal cell growth, and healthy liver function.*
All this with only 19 calories per serving.

Space and time doesn't permit sharing all the wonderful things about this product, a whole book has been written on all the benefits of this drink.

For more information go to my website at http://charla.myningxia.com there will be a landing page, not to worry your information is safe with just me. Follow the prompts to place your order. Let me know how much better you feel.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Recently, many health studies have highlighted the negative effects that free radicals have on the body, yet most people have no idea what those effects are. In fact, free radicals damage the body at the cellular level and can cause cellular malfunctions. We now know that this cellular damage is a common pathway for aging and a variety of issues.

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Four essential oils to help with post surgical discomfort

This combination of oils has helped so many people post surgery. It doesn't matter what the surgery was either. My experience was with having a couple of infected teeth pulled, it worked very nicely and I healed faster. By the way, did you know that pain medications slow down the healing process? Below is a formula that not only takes the discomfort out but allows you to heal. I also used Inner Defense for the infection, that worked very well also.

Here is a recipe Gary Young has used after surgery with great
success for many.

10 drops Vetiver
10 drops Valerian
5 drops Helichrysum
5 drops Clove
5 drops Peppermint.

What I did is mix it all together in a glass of water and sipped on it. The peppermint makes it more palatable. Or fix this ahead of time in a bottle then put in empty capsules and take as needed.

Four oils for balance

Four essential oils to keep you happy, healthy and balanced for the Holidays.


Valor: This unique blend balances energies to instill courage, confidence, and self-esteem.

Harmony: This oil blend will bring you into harmony with all things. It is beneficial in reducing stress and amplifying well-being.It is also uplifting and elevating to the mind creating a positive attitude.


Joy: This blend produces a magnetic energy to bring joy to the heart, mind, and soul. It helps you to overcome deep seated grief and depression.

White Angelica: The frequency of this blend neutralizes negative energy and gives a feeling of protection and security.