What about less frequently marketed ‘green’ products? Here’s two daily items you may not have considered – yet :
1. Toothpaste
The product you (hopefully) start and end each day with. Most commercial toothpaste brands are made with fluoride – an ingredient that sounds innocent enough. It prevents teeth decay and keeps your smile and gums fresh. Here’s the but… studies indicate that fluoride levels in water are getting too high.
Interest groups say fluoride is unnecessary and encourage natural toothpastes. Here’s one to try:
It’s fluoride and sodium lauryl sulfite free (SLS.) SLS has been said to cause damage to the tissue in your mouth and can lead to nasty canker sores. Get it .
2. Deodorant
The idea of putting aluminum under your armpits doesn’t sound too appealing, does it? Many popular deodorant brands use aluminum – and the health effects could be costly. Aluminum is linked to diseases like cancer (particularly breast cancer) and Alzheimer’s disease. The good news is there are an increasing number of natural alternatives on the market.
Ok, so you understand the red flags of some mainstream brands. But, will natural deodorant really keep you dry and fresh? I tested out Aubrey Organic brand: E Plus High C Roll On and was pleasantly surprised – it even kept me dry post-workout.
With ingredients like Jasmine, Rose Water, Vanilla and Cedarwood it smells clean and feminine .
Guys check out the rave-reviewed : Men’s Stock Natural Dry Herbal Pine Deodorant.
Posted by Beth
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