Monday, June 10, 2013
Monday, May 13, 2013
Daily Bread
Buy Bread in Glasgow
However, I really love to bake bread myself, so i have been trying to find a mill near me, cant find any near glasgow. Not all bread is packaged so i could just buy it. But I feel like thats the easy way out. Finding a mill would be a great adventure, but in the mean time so far i have found many in the south of England :
Stoate & Sons
Suma might also be helpful, but, its not no packaging just buying in bulk.
Girl Post - Guys you were warned....
Also useful as if i get this then i wont have to worry about women's health polluting the environment...
Toothbrush / Tooth Paste Alternatives
Chew sticks - Traditional peoples the world over use natural tooth brushes made from healing plants. These primitive twig “brushes” actually work quite well, and provide a natural-bristle, disposable brush with healing herbs already incorporated right in the plant. People would chew on the tip of a twig to make it spread out into several small strands. They would then use it in the same way that a toothbrush is used. If this is the only option to brush your teeth, look for twigs that contain oils to help stimulate blood circulation, tannins that tighten and cleanse gum tissue and other materials, such as vitamin C, which maintain healthy gums.
Bay, eucalyptus, oak, fir, and juniper and twigs of the neem tree are good choices to make primitive toothbrushes with.
Salts - Salt is a multipurpose prep that every prepper should have a good supply of. In the case of dental health, it is a mild cleanser that can be used multiple times daily or as a mouthwash to help with bad breath or used as a disinfectant rinse. Salt has a natural healing property to it, as well as removes plaque, tartar and bad breath.
Water - This is the most basic a person can get with cleaning their teeth. Brushing your teeth with water may not have any healing properties, but it will at least get any residual food off of your teeth. And anything is better than nothing at all.
Fresh herbs – Chewing on herbs like parsley, cilantro, and mint helps decrease odors caused by a buildup of bacteria. Dried herbs do not do as good of a job as fresh herbs do, however, dried herbs can be used in mouth rinse.
Seeds – Especially sesame seeds reduce plaque and help build tooth enamel. They are also very high in calcium.
Bay, eucalyptus, oak, fir, and juniper and twigs of the neem tree are good choices to make primitive toothbrushes with.
Salts - Salt is a multipurpose prep that every prepper should have a good supply of. In the case of dental health, it is a mild cleanser that can be used multiple times daily or as a mouthwash to help with bad breath or used as a disinfectant rinse. Salt has a natural healing property to it, as well as removes plaque, tartar and bad breath.
Water - This is the most basic a person can get with cleaning their teeth. Brushing your teeth with water may not have any healing properties, but it will at least get any residual food off of your teeth. And anything is better than nothing at all.
Fresh herbs – Chewing on herbs like parsley, cilantro, and mint helps decrease odors caused by a buildup of bacteria. Dried herbs do not do as good of a job as fresh herbs do, however, dried herbs can be used in mouth rinse.
Seeds – Especially sesame seeds reduce plaque and help build tooth enamel. They are also very high in calcium.
Shampoo Alternatives
So before I plunge myself into the difficult task of being in a world, where more or less everything is packaged, and trying to be package free. I thought it would be wise to do a bit of research into things without packaging. First up, toiletries:
Shampoo:
Lush
Bars of Shampoo i can pick up without packaging
Ten Alternatives to Shampoo
I have chosen the ones that don't use packaging and would like to experiment in using them (just lifted from her site:
1) Water! Oh groan, I know, I’m sorry. What kind of an alternative is this?! I hear you cry. The best, truly. It took me 9 months to realise it was all my hair needed – and now it has been one month since anything has been on my hair at all. The key is in the massage- as you soak your hair, get your fingers stuck in, pushing away at your scalp and any particularly grease-o bits. I do a five minute massage every five days. My hair is thick and voluminous and does whatever I want it to do. Whooppiiee for H20!!
2) Egg. I use the whole egg, whisked in a cup. I pour over my head and massage in. I leave for a few minutes and rinse well. It leaves my hair SO clean and SO soft and shiny. However, the water must be cool! I have had a couple of scrambled disasters venturing into too warm territory….
3)Lemon. Lemon has some seriously potent anti-bacterial properties and can work as a lightener for people wanting to be blonder. Squeeze the lemon straight on to your greasy roots, massage well and leave for a few moments. I found it to be slightly drying.
4) Nettles
5) Aloe Vera
I am a big fan of Aloe Vera mostly because of its anti-inflammatory properties and the way it helps with acne or sun burn. But it is also very effective as a shampoo. You can use Aloe Vera gel and massage it gently all the way to the scalp. In this way it will not only clean your hair but will also work for a healthier scalp. Aloe Vera increases the blood flow, and balances the pH levels, and prevents hair fall. It removes dandruff, promoting a healthier scalp. With all these benefits, it is even more refreshing than using typical shampoo.
6) Calendula
Calendula is a widely spread flower often considered as a weed. It is, in fact, a versatile herb known for its skin healing properties. Calendula contains flavenoids and has anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, ideal for soothing and treating the scalp. You can buy the dried flower or dry it yourself at home.
Make a natural shampoo by filling a glass jar with dried calendula flowers and adding olive oil until the flowers are completely submerged. Close the jar and store it for 2 weeks in a dark place but don't forget to shake it well each day. Strain the oil into a clean bottle or glass jar. For a natural preservative, add vitamin E oil to it and start using as you would a regular shampoo.
Whichever way you choose to wash your hair don't forget to wash it with lukewarm water. Hot water dries out your hair and makes it look lifeless and dull. For more advice on how to take care of your hair during the winter months, read my article 6 Natural Tips to Winterize Your Hair Effortlessly.
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Inspired by
Inspired by someone telling me about a girl who went waste free for a year i have decided to take it slow and go package free for 6 months, if this goes well id like to complete the year by going waste free for the other 6 months of the year.
I would like to achieve this personal goal because i am conscious of how much waste we throw away as a society and would like to become more conscious of what i am doing to the planet. I think it is a serious problem and by doing my bit then maybe others will join me? Or at least become more mindful...
I would like to achieve this personal goal because i am conscious of how much waste we throw away as a society and would like to become more conscious of what i am doing to the planet. I think it is a serious problem and by doing my bit then maybe others will join me? Or at least become more mindful...
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