Environmental Wellness
During our lifetime, exposure to toxic chemicals in our households has become the norm. We accept that we are to clean our homes in "well ventilated areas", "wear gloves or other protective coverings", and "flush immediately if in contact." Child-proof caps are a given and we readily dismiss all the warnings and dangers on common household products. WHY? Have you ever even wondered what's in the products that you use in your home? Do you know that there is no law requiring manufacturers of household products to list all of the ingredients they use? Check the labels yourself. Unless an ingredient is known to be flammable or explosive or a listed carcinogen, the ingredients are not listed.
The EPA noted that indoor air pollution is one of the nation's most important environmental health problems. As regulations and waterproofing requirements mandate home builders to seal the buildings, it's a double edge sword. In doing so, it renders the buildings more airtight, but prevents the buildings from easily allowing air flow in and out of the structure. This results in higher concentrations of pollutant matter within the homes.
How does exposure to these chemicals affect us? Some people are affected with respiratory and central nervous system problems while others suffer from migraine headaches or a general feeling of malaise. Not only does this pollution affect humans, it reaches in to our oceans, waterways and wildlife. The most toxic substances to our water life are household bleach, all purpose cleaners, dishwashing detergents and laundry cleaners. Our company has been committed to environmental wellness for almost 24 years! It's not a trend, it's a way of doing business! We offer safer, concentrated, more cost-effective solutions to personal health, all with a mind to the environment.
- The EPA reports that toxic chemicals found in homes are three times more likely to cause cancer than outdoor airborne pollutants.
- The leading dishwasher detergent contains 3.39 grams of phosphates per tablespoon. If every North American home washed just one load of dishes each day, more than 4,800 tons of phosphates would be needlessly dumped into our waterways, threatening the natural balance of fish and algae life.
- Spokane, Washington is the first state in the nation to ban Cascade, Electrosol, etc. dishwashing detergent. Dishwasher detergents containing phosphates have been banned in Spokane County since July 2008.
- Our products are made with non-caustic natural ingredients, making them safer for your family and the environment.
