Organics
Many foods and produce contain harmful pesticides and hormones.
Who can afford to eat all organic??? We certainly can't...so here is a list of the "dirty dozen" foods that are the worst for pesticides and are the specific foods where, when possible, we buy organic.
Food
Apples
Cherries
Grapes (imported)
Nectarines
Peaches
Pears
Raspberries
Strawberries
Bell Peppers
Celery
Potato
Spinach
Beef
Poultry
Milk
-Wild fish (not organic necessarily, but not farmed either)
Availability is not always there, so if we have to buy non organic, I am sure to WASH my food thoroughly with a cool wash that I found at the healthfood store. It is a fruit and veg wash and gets off way more dirt and pesticides than just regular soap and water.
Check out my source below. EWG does tonnes of research on this stuff. I use their website as a reference a lot.
**source for list of foods-www.EWG.org
Monday, June 14, 2010
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Lifestyle changes
Prior to my life as a mom, I did a lot of what I would now consider to be "unhealthy" things. Things that I knew were possibly not the best things to do, but I just didn't care....or even some things I never even thought twice about. After research and really going with my gut instincts, there are many behaviours from the past that I wouldn't even THINK of doing now.
Some of these things include, tanning bed tanning, cleaning with toxic cleaners, microwaving food, using plastic in the microwave, not reading labels on food, buying processed and "dirty" foods, not reading ingredients in other consumables I purchase (ie. cosmetics/household items etc)
I even aspired to get Botox one day. Yes, I was open to the idea of shooting a toxin into my face to paralyze muscles to "stop the aging process"
Are you kidding me?
I want to preface what I say below by making sure you know that I definitely am not preaching to people. I am definitely far from perfect and do not judge others for what choices they make. I do, however judge people for not educating themselves on these environmental issues and the impact they can have on our health and wellbeing. I also get very frustrated with the people who say "well, we did (whatever it is) when you were young and you turned out fine"
Did we really? do we know yet? isn't it better to educate ourselves now and use the research that is out there to give us power to make more informed decisions?
I realize there is no feasible way to be perfectly "safe" from anything. That is why I have made certain choices on lifestyle changes that are most important to me and hubby, and try not to worry about the other choices we make. You can only do so much. As long as you educate yourself and know your priorities, I think you are okay.
Life is too short and you need to have fun, too...
For the next week, I will do a daily post that details out one major change I have made to my lifestyle, and why.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Today, I am going to talk about cleaning products.
I am in the process of throwing out EVERY SINGLE chemical cleaner I have ever owned. One by one...
Over the last 2 years, I was using a non -toxic cleaner that I was buying through a retail chain down the street. It worked okay and was non toxic...so I thought, better than the alternative. I didn't want to inhale, or for my family to inhale the fumes and chemicals given off from traditional cleaners.
I had read horror stories about accidental poisoning and panicked about P. drinking it by accident one day...or about the toxins in these items causing health issues down the road etc.
I found this website that details it all out one by one...you should take a look. ARe you ready to make a change for your family?
www.mamashealth.com/doc/cleanprod.asp
If you are, I suggest ENJO. These products are cleaning product using fibers and are CHEMICAL FREE. Not naturally occuring chemicals...chemical FREE. The investment up front is significant, but if you think of how much you spend over a year on regular or greener cleaning products, it is definitely a wash.
I hate cleaning. HATE HATE HATE it. It is the worst job ever for me. But I love cleaning with ENJO. It is quick easy and not harmful to anything or anyone.
Check out the site
www.enjo.com
for more info
Comment if you have any questions or opinions about this topic. I am interested to hear it!
Some of these things include, tanning bed tanning, cleaning with toxic cleaners, microwaving food, using plastic in the microwave, not reading labels on food, buying processed and "dirty" foods, not reading ingredients in other consumables I purchase (ie. cosmetics/household items etc)
I even aspired to get Botox one day. Yes, I was open to the idea of shooting a toxin into my face to paralyze muscles to "stop the aging process"
Are you kidding me?
I want to preface what I say below by making sure you know that I definitely am not preaching to people. I am definitely far from perfect and do not judge others for what choices they make. I do, however judge people for not educating themselves on these environmental issues and the impact they can have on our health and wellbeing. I also get very frustrated with the people who say "well, we did (whatever it is) when you were young and you turned out fine"
Did we really? do we know yet? isn't it better to educate ourselves now and use the research that is out there to give us power to make more informed decisions?
I realize there is no feasible way to be perfectly "safe" from anything. That is why I have made certain choices on lifestyle changes that are most important to me and hubby, and try not to worry about the other choices we make. You can only do so much. As long as you educate yourself and know your priorities, I think you are okay.
Life is too short and you need to have fun, too...
For the next week, I will do a daily post that details out one major change I have made to my lifestyle, and why.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Today, I am going to talk about cleaning products.
I am in the process of throwing out EVERY SINGLE chemical cleaner I have ever owned. One by one...
Over the last 2 years, I was using a non -toxic cleaner that I was buying through a retail chain down the street. It worked okay and was non toxic...so I thought, better than the alternative. I didn't want to inhale, or for my family to inhale the fumes and chemicals given off from traditional cleaners.
I had read horror stories about accidental poisoning and panicked about P. drinking it by accident one day...or about the toxins in these items causing health issues down the road etc.
I found this website that details it all out one by one...you should take a look. ARe you ready to make a change for your family?
www.mamashealth.com/doc/cleanprod.asp
If you are, I suggest ENJO. These products are cleaning product using fibers and are CHEMICAL FREE. Not naturally occuring chemicals...chemical FREE. The investment up front is significant, but if you think of how much you spend over a year on regular or greener cleaning products, it is definitely a wash.
I hate cleaning. HATE HATE HATE it. It is the worst job ever for me. But I love cleaning with ENJO. It is quick easy and not harmful to anything or anyone.
Check out the site
www.enjo.com
for more info
Comment if you have any questions or opinions about this topic. I am interested to hear it!
3 little monkeys jumpin'on the bed
Phoebe invited some friends over to her "crib"
Who of the 3 do you think is having the most fun?
Who of the 3 do you think is having the most fun?
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Saturday Triathlon
Normally, after a night of partying with my highschool buds, there would be no way I would be up at 5am for ANYTHING! But today was a special day for Geo. He was participating in his first triathlon. His training 9x a week was finally going to pay off for him. I was so proud of his commitment and wouldn't have missed it for the world, much less a hangover! YIKES!
P. and I got our "Team Keg" Tshirts on and off we went...well, Yia Yia and Steve drove us because, gong show MOMMY couldn't drive. Hmm.. hmmm.
Anyways, here are some pics of Geo's special day (in order of occurance!)
SWIM! (Check P's shirt!)
BIKE!
RUN!
Finish line-I even caught his time!! His goal was 1.5 h and he came under by 11.5 min! Yay
CELEBRATE!
CELEBRATE MORE!!!! AT THE "KEG" -no pun intended: )
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Friday Reunion
We had a super busy, yet super fun weekend! I think this could have been the busiest weekend of our summer, but totally worth it. Our weekend has been full of old friends, family, milestones and celebrations.
On Friday I went to our highschool reunion. It has been 14 years since I graduated and honestly, once in the school and with the girls, it felt like yesterday.
Most people dread these types of reunions, but I was really excited to see everyone. It was a great turnout for our class and I was able to reminisce and catch up with peeps that I barely get to see.
All the ladies looked amazing. Better than in highschool. Girlfriends, we aged well: )
We got together for appys and drinkies before at one of our old stompin grounds and got to visit and catch up. I laughed so hard that my stomach muscles hurt.
The laughs and fun continued at the school and into the night. I have to be forthright...I don't remember much past 10pm because the wine was flowing and so was the adrenaline...so here are some photos. I wish I had more...actually, I am glad I don't. I am a tad embarrassed about my "sloppiness" by the end of it!
The Vball girls in the gym...ah - nostalgia.
This gym had tonnes of amazing memories for me. All we need is OPP and some House of Pain blaring here!
The girlies.
Our friend is now a famous author. I am so proud of him. It doesn't surprise me, he has always been
brilliant. If you want to check out some of his "stuff" here are some websites.
the Walrus- Pasha Malla the Withdrawal method
I didn't get to chat with or take photos with tonnes of people...for that I am sad, but at least we have a few good ones!
On Friday I went to our highschool reunion. It has been 14 years since I graduated and honestly, once in the school and with the girls, it felt like yesterday.
Most people dread these types of reunions, but I was really excited to see everyone. It was a great turnout for our class and I was able to reminisce and catch up with peeps that I barely get to see.
All the ladies looked amazing. Better than in highschool. Girlfriends, we aged well: )
We got together for appys and drinkies before at one of our old stompin grounds and got to visit and catch up. I laughed so hard that my stomach muscles hurt.
The laughs and fun continued at the school and into the night. I have to be forthright...I don't remember much past 10pm because the wine was flowing and so was the adrenaline...so here are some photos. I wish I had more...actually, I am glad I don't. I am a tad embarrassed about my "sloppiness" by the end of it!
The Vball girls in the gym...ah - nostalgia.
This gym had tonnes of amazing memories for me. All we need is OPP and some House of Pain blaring here!
The girlies.
Our friend is now a famous author. I am so proud of him. It doesn't surprise me, he has always been
brilliant. If you want to check out some of his "stuff" here are some websites.
the Walrus- Pasha Malla the Withdrawal method
I didn't get to chat with or take photos with tonnes of people...for that I am sad, but at least we have a few good ones!
Friday, June 4, 2010
Mother of the Year
This morning, when Daddy went to get P. from her crib, it was a gong.
She had PUKED all over her bed. She was standing there, sucking her thumb with a puke soiled blankie.
I immediately thought back to when and how this could happen and then remembered...
At 10pm she was coughing really hard and it sounded like she choked or something...I had gone in and checked on her and it smelled a bit like poop (which was an additional present this morning for us in her diaper)
I am assuming that is when the puking occurred. It is disgusting and the SMELL-I can't even describe it.
Poor pumpkin.
We have bathed her 2x and she still smells like puke.
So does her room. Even though I am airing it out, I am wondering if the smell will ever go away!!
Her 2 sock monkeys were casualties in the event.
Poor things.
So, I am feeling pretty much like a super mom. How did I not know my child had puked all over her bed and herself? Poor little thing.
Good news is that she remains happy and healthy this morning like nothing happened!
She had PUKED all over her bed. She was standing there, sucking her thumb with a puke soiled blankie.
I immediately thought back to when and how this could happen and then remembered...
At 10pm she was coughing really hard and it sounded like she choked or something...I had gone in and checked on her and it smelled a bit like poop (which was an additional present this morning for us in her diaper)
I am assuming that is when the puking occurred. It is disgusting and the SMELL-I can't even describe it.
Poor pumpkin.
We have bathed her 2x and she still smells like puke.
So does her room. Even though I am airing it out, I am wondering if the smell will ever go away!!
Her 2 sock monkeys were casualties in the event.
Poor things.
So, I am feeling pretty much like a super mom. How did I not know my child had puked all over her bed and herself? Poor little thing.
Good news is that she remains happy and healthy this morning like nothing happened!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Raging Gong
Dear ignorant woman whose children go to P's daycare,
NEWSFLASH : the parking spots at the front of the centre are designated for people who have a disability.
You can register your vehicle to have the sign that allows you access to these parking spots-but I belive that you ACTUALLY HAVE TO BE a person with a DISABILITY to do so!!!!
Simply being disgustingly OBESE does not qualify you to park in these spots.
You are an ignorant woman.
GRRR. HISS!
NEWSFLASH : the parking spots at the front of the centre are designated for people who have a disability.
You can register your vehicle to have the sign that allows you access to these parking spots-but I belive that you ACTUALLY HAVE TO BE a person with a DISABILITY to do so!!!!
Simply being disgustingly OBESE does not qualify you to park in these spots.
You are an ignorant woman.
GRRR. HISS!
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