My sister in law introduced me to micro fiber cleaner clothes.  We have wood 
floors and after sweeping the dampened micro fiber flat mop with removable head 
does wonders.  I spray cs on it before mopping.  Also the hand size ones clean 
windows with just water fantastically.  I use two when I do windows.  One damp 
with water and one dry.  They do great and no chemicals.  

Dianne
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Deborah Gerard<mailto:[email protected]> 
  To: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> 
  Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 11:20 PM
  Subject: Re: CS>help for my poor brain


  I might add to throw out the microwave and use a countertop toaster oven...deb

  [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> wrote: 
    Kathryn -

    Here are some suggestions from Oprah.com.  Saw the show Monday and these 
items were discussed:

    a.. Regularly open up windows to air out your home of all the fumes and 
particles trapped inside. 
    a.. Making your house healthier starts right at your front door. Take off 
your shoes when you enter to avoid tracking in pesticides and lawn chemicals. 
    a.. When you microwave food, don't leave it in plastic containers or with 
plastic covering. That plastic could leak into the food. Instead, use glass or 
other microwave-safe containers. 
    a.. Instead of using toxic chemicals to clean your sink and bathtub, Dr. Oz 
recommends using baking soda. And you can use white vinegar to clean your 
windows. Or look for brands like Shaklee's Get Clean line. Oprah says she loves 
their Basic H2 spot remover. 
    a.. To avoid the chemicals used in dry cleaning, take your clothes out of 
the bags while you're outside and throw the bags away. Then, let your clothes 
air out for at least a day before wearing them. 
    a.. Use a dehumidifier to cut down on potentially toxic mold in places like 
garages. 
    a.. If you must store old cans of paint and varnish, only do it in 
well-ventilated places that are far from your living area. 
    a.. Include plants like spider plants, golden pothos and philodendrons in 
your home. They are experts at converting carbon dioxide to oxygen. 

    Cindy


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