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Non-Toxic Swaps

10 Pros And Cons Of Beeswax Candles

Nico · February 7, 2024 · Leave a Comment

A close up of two yellow pillar beeswax candles in dark green and cream candle sticks against a white background.

Beeswax candles are a good nontoxic alternative to other types of candles but are there any downsides to using them? Here are 10 pros and cons of beeswax candles. Over recent years, I’ve slowly swapped out products with toxic chemicals out for less harmful alternatives. I’ve … [Read more...] about 10 Pros And Cons Of Beeswax Candles

Filed Under: Archived Recipes, Non-Toxic Swaps

The Simplest DIY Breast Pads

Nico · February 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment

A light hand holding three diy breast pads in front of a white background. The breast pads are grey, while, and yellow.

Ready in under an hour, these DIY breast pads are simple to make. This is a straightforward way to avoid using disposable breast pads made from plastic and other harmful materials. These DIY breast pads are a simple way to reduce the plastic you bring into your home and cut … [Read more...] about The Simplest DIY Breast Pads

Filed Under: Archived Recipes, Non-Toxic Swaps, Pregnancy and Children

Bamboo vs Plastic Cutting Boards: Which Is Less Toxic?

Nico · January 19, 2024 · Leave a Comment

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Bamboo and plastic cutting boards are both affordable options for your kitchen. But which is a less toxic choice for regular use? Here is what you need to know. Both bamboo and plastic cutting boards tend to be cost effective options. But there are contradicting reports … [Read more...] about Bamboo vs Plastic Cutting Boards: Which Is Less Toxic?

Filed Under: Archived Recipes, Non-Toxic Swaps

What To Use Instead Of White Vinegar For Cleaning

Nico · January 17, 2024 · Leave a Comment

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White vinegar can be too acidic to use for cleaning on some surfaces like stone and wood. Here are some nontoxic options of what to use instead of white vinegar for cleaning. White vinegar is known as an inexpensive and nontoxic alternative to more conventional cleaners. … [Read more...] about What To Use Instead Of White Vinegar For Cleaning

Filed Under: Archived Recipes, DIY Cleaning, Non-Toxic Swaps

3 Less Toxic Alternatives To Fabric Softener

Nico · January 12, 2024 · Leave a Comment

A close up of a jar with lemon peels in vinegar. There's a wooden spoon and two other glass jars with baking soda and epsom salt in the background.

Standard fabric softeners are made from chemicals that are linked to hormone disruption, skin issues, and more. Here are some less toxic alternatives to fabric softener. Fabric softeners have long been sold to us as necessary to keep our clothing soft and smelling fresh. But … [Read more...] about 3 Less Toxic Alternatives To Fabric Softener

Filed Under: Archived Recipes, DIY Cleaning, Non-Toxic Swaps

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