Going Green
So lately, I’ve been slowly making the switch to organic products. This has been a very slow and gradual process, kind of like changing your diet and exercise patterns. This is a commitment to a different lifestyle and hopefully a better one.
Last year this time of year, my allergies were so bad, runny and stuffy nose, sneezing and watery eyes. I began to do some research and it made sense that some of my everyday chemical exposure may have been making me more allergy prone. I began using less toxic cleaners for the kitchen and bathroom. I actually made my own room fresheners with essential oils and distilled water. Gradually, last fall, I began switching my skincare to paraben, color and fragrance free. I noticed less break outs of ichy, dry skin. Recently, I have been shopping in the organic section more frequently at Wegman’s and scouring labels for ingredients. Overall, I feel more aware of what I am putting in my body. I have a greater sense of control with my health eating and using organic products.
I am currently allergy free and during the “flu season” I was out sick for about 2 days total. I will continue this lifestyle along with exercising regularly and see how it goes. For now, I am a believer that “green” is the way to go.
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