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natural shower spray ! (click through for tutorial)" class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a00d8358081ff69e201bb091f5f7f970d image-full img-responsive" src="http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8358081ff69e201bb091f5f7f970d-pi" title="Make your own natural shower spray ! (click through for tutorial)" style="border: 0px;" />I think you tend to learn most of your main cooking and cleaning habits  from whatever you saw your parents do (or not do) growing up. While I have been trying to make a lot of healthy changes in my life in recent years and opt for more nontoxic options, I never really relied on some of the more harsher chemicals to clean my house, and I'm pretty sure that's mostly because that's how my mom cleaned our home growing up. I clean most surfaces with simple soap and water whenever I can get away with it and only pull out the chemicals when something really calls for it (although I'm looking for natural soluti...

It is no secret that we are always looking for calming recipes and tools around here. When you have a child that is full of energy and has trouble calming himself down, you will try almost anything people throw out there. One calming suggestion that always comes up in our sensory group is epsom salts. Epsom Salts are known as the universal calming bath salts for kids , which is why we want to share some of our favorite calming recipes . Calming Bath Salts with Orange and Lavender Essential Oils " width="800" height="1200" /> * This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. Click here for my full disclosure. As I mentioned before, we have tried all sorts of calming strategies and tools with our family. For the last two years, we have run a sensory support group for parents and educators to have a place to learn more about sensory processing and how to help their children with every day life. One of the common threads in the group, is the use ...

Celebrate Earth Day by Planting a Tree" width="300" height="200" />Every April 22, millions of people in nearly 200 countries celebrate Earth Day , and I’m one of them. Originating in 1970, Earth Day is an opportunity for all of us to reflect on how we can make our Earth a better place. It’s a time to be mindful of your impact on the Earth and challenge yourself to adopt new, environmentally friendly habits that conserve resources, save money, and encourage healthy living all-around. In fact, with wonderful benefits like those, doesn’t it make sense to live every day like it’s Earth Day? Well, you can. Over the years, my family and I have used Earth Day as a starting point to implement new and creative changes in our lives. Here are 30 ways we celebrate Earth Day that you and your family can try, too. Some of them may seem small, but small changes add up and if you sustain that change for the rest of your life, it will profoundly lighten your environmen...

Go into any supermarket and you will find a lengthy aisle or two chock-full of pricey chemical cleaning products .  Not only are many of these chemicals toxic to the environment, they are also being breathed in and ingested by our children, our pets and ourselves every day, adding to the onslaught of exhaust fumes, pesticides and other nasties our bodies encounter.  But there are kinder, gentler - and much cheaper - natural alternatives , many of which may be lurking in your fridge or cupboards right now.  Join us room by room as we look at how to clean your home without using chemicals. Kitchen Rub half a lemon across your chopping board to remove smells and kill bacteria.   Remove smells like fish and onion off utensils and boards, wipe them with white vinegar and wash in soapy water. Use the other half to remove any stains or discolouration from your stainless steel cutlery and knives. De-scale your kettle by boiling a solution of half water and half white vinegar .  Leave overn...

Epsom salt bath has various health benefits and this is the reason why many people use regularly. It is fantastic for detoxifying and relaxing your organism and obtaining the benefits of magnesium, but even if you do not have enough time to soak in the tub, you can benefit by having a foot bath. What actually is Epsom Salt? Epsom salt is a pure mineral compound that naturally occurs and is composed of magnesium and sulfate.They got the name from a saline spring in England, where they were discovered for the first time. Epsom salt has a lot of amazing uses, but it is usually added in foot soaks and hot bath. The salt gets through the skin and reduces stress , detoxifies the whole organism and even boosts weight loss . Benefits of Epsom Salt Bath When you add Epsom salt into the hot bath, sulfate and magnesium break down and penetrate into the skin where they are absorbed in the blood stream. Trough reverse osmosis , this salt eliminates the toxins from the body thro...

This homemade after shower spray and window cleaner is a wonderful natural, non-toxic way to clean your bathroom and other home surfaces! It requires as few as three simple ingredients and can be customized with your preferred essential oil or essential oil blend . simple ingredients and can be customized with your preferred essential oil or essential oil blend . " width="475" height="349" style="border: 0px;" /> I’ve been making all of my household cleaners as of late and have been very pleased with the results. One of my favorites – which makes cleaning my shower a lot simpler – is my homemade after shower spray. Not only does it keep my shower clean and help keep mold and mildew away – my bathroom doesn’t have an exhaust fan and it’s too cold right now to open windows – but it also works beautifully as a window cleaner . I use it on my mirrors and there are no streaks! Following is my recipe for making your own homemade after shower spray. ...

If dieting, taking weight loss pills , and exercising is not your cup of tea, Epsom salt bath may be the perfect way to lose a few extra pounds. It is an excellent and relaxing way to lose weight. This salt has been used since the 1900s for weight loss and to cure skin and digestive problems. Epsom salt or magnesium sulphate heptahydrate was discovered in Epsom, England. These clear crystals help in regulating many enzymes in our body and maintaining healthy hair , nails, and skin by helping in collagen synthesis. Would you like to know how Epsom salt bath benefits weight loss ? Read on! Epsom Salt Bath For Losing Weight How Does Epsom Salt Help You Lose Weight How To Make Epsom Salt Bath For Weight Loss Frequency Of Taking Epsom Salt Bath For Weight Loss Types Of Epsom Salt Baths Detoxifying And Rejuvenating Benefits Of Epsom Salt Bath Facts About Epsom Salt Precautions FAQs 1. How Does Epsom Salt Help You To Lose Weight Image: Shutterstock A British biochemist at the Universit...

Epsom salt.  It’s that coarse stuff you can buy by the carton and pour into your bath when you want some relief from aches and pains.  Usually it’s prescribed as a simple and cheap home remedy for various minor health issues , but did you know it actually has a lot of different uses around your home?  With the low cost and the versatility, you can’t go wrong picking up a carton the next time you head to the store.  Check it out. Epsom salt is high in magnesium, and it has amazing healing properties when it’s dissolved into water and you give yourself a good soak.  Here are a few restorative ways you can use Epsom salt to start feeling better!  Please note that a few of these are internal uses.  They are safe for most people, but some people do experience side effects , so check with a doctor before you swallow Epsom salts dissolved in water. 1. Take a nice relaxing bath after a hard day’s work. nice relaxing bath after a hard day’s work. - 40 Life-Changing Ways to Use Epsom Salt i...