Comments on: Food for Thought: Why is Bleach Bad for Me?

By: Katharine

Katharine — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:59:12 +0000

I would try a natural scrub (Method or Bon Ami). Good for the environment and good for you.

By: Katharine

Katharine — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:45:37 +0000

Yes, I have a solution for you: boil your water! It is a very effective way to get rid of parasites. Just make sure it really boils for several minutes. That eliminates bleach. I am European, and I have never used bleach. My mother never used a drop of bleach in her life. I also do not use antibacterial this and that or disinfectants in my house.

By: Kim

Kim — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 23:56:27 +0000

Yes! Thieves essential oil diffused in a room will kill even black mold and has been found to be even more effective than the typical mold remediation offered by professionals. You can only buy it from Young Living–it is a blend of oils that is very effective against all bacteria and viruses as well, so a great one to have at home. As soon as I start feeling sick, I put some on the bottom of my feet, diffuse it in my home, or even take it in a capsule (diluted with oil).

By: Margaret

Margaret — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:18:53 +0000

Bleach makes me feel ill for hours, but I can’t seem to figure out any other way of dealing with mold and mildew in our bathroom. There is no fan, and therefore no air circulation. Since we rent, we cannot fix the situation. Is there anything besides bleach that kills mold?

By: Katie

Katie — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 05:26:50 +0000

Liza,
For both of those issues, have you tried baking powder? It’s an awesome scrub cleanser. Vinegar can cut some gunk, too. Hope that helps! Katie

By: Liza

Liza — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:01:06 +0000

I have lived without ammonia bleach for a number of years now, but am feeling the loss of its cleaning power. I use Norwex products, but feel like I have to use so much ‘elbow grease’ to get things clean. For instance, keeping my stainless steel sink free of the brown grime that builds up just after a week, is really difficult without the extra power of grease in your typical Comet cleanser. Also, how do I clean the spots on my counter from black tea stains? Do I just need to get over wanting things sparkling white?

By: Katie

Katie — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:28:25 +0000

Kim,
I doubt your kids are at risk; chlorine evaporates very effectively. If you know the folks in charge, though, you could recommend other sources, like hydrogen peroxide water or vinegar water, that aer just as inexpensive. Good question! Katie

By: Kim

Kim — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 01:11:42 +0000

The nursery at our church uses a bleach water spray to spray down all the toys before putting them away. That’s their only source of disinfecting. The kids aren’t touching it–it’s drying before they’re in the nursery next week. Do you think there is any harm being done there?

By: Teresa

Teresa — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 22:13:33 +0000

Thanks! I’m learning I need to do what I can and leave the rest up to God- without getting too anxious! We’re moving back to the States this summer (it’s been an amazing 6 years here, but we feel God calling us back). I’m hoping to take advantage of “starting over” (since we’re leaving most of our things behind) and go even more natural and organic. The question is how to afford it when we’ll be pretty much starting from scratch. But, like you say, baby steps!

By: Katie

Katie — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 04:35:38 +0000

Oh man, Teresa…In your place, I might do exactly what you’re doing! Your situation is definitely a question of “what is WORSE for me?” Be well! Katie