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Seventh Generation, Method and other leading personal care and cleaning brands may soon face lawsuits if they don’t remove the word “organic” from their labeling and marketing by Sept. 1. The ultimatum comes following a recent investigation by the Organic Consumers Assn., which uncovered a potentially carcinogenic contaminant in various products.
The OCA investigated nearly 100 organic cosmetic, personal care and household cleaning formulas, and found that nearly 50% of them contain detectable levels of 1,4-dioxane, which is known to cause cancer in lab animals. None of the manufacturers disclosed this information on their labels, even though many had levels greater than 1,000 times the acceptable level.
The biggest offenders were the “natural” dish detergents, including Citrus Magic 100% Natural Dish Liquid, Earth Friendly Products Ultra Dishmate, Method Dish Naturally Derived Ultra Concentrate, Planet Ultra Dishwashing Liquid and Seventh Generation Natural Dish Liquid.
Method, San Francisco, refuted the study saying it never made the claim on labels that its products are natural or organic. “We state that our products are naturally-derived,” said rep Katie Molinari.
The findings were released by the OCA, which is based in Washington, on Friday in Anaheim, Calif., at the Natural Products Expo West trade show.
David Steinman, a consumer advocate and author who directed the study, called the findings a wake-up call for the natural products industry: “To knowingly and unnecessarily put carcinogens into commerce in these modern times is cynical and barbaric. It betrays the public trust.”
The brands will have to remove all “organic” branding and labeling from their packaging by Sept. 1. Manufacturers have until April 20 to agree to the terms, said Adam Eidinger, principal with Mintwood Media, Washington, a consulting firm that works with the OCA.
“If [manufacturers] do not comply, they will face a lawsuit accusing them of false and deceptive advertising and unfair and unlawful business practice under California law,” Eidinger said. “No one is regulating natural claims and these carcinogens have cumulative effects on humans and the environment. Something needs to be done to create higher standards for these products.”
The lawsuit will be filed on behalf of the national OCA, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps, Escondido, Calif., and the regional Organic Consumers Assn. chapter in Little Marais, Minn.
While 1,4-dioxane is present in many conventional personal care products such as shampoos and body washes, as well as household cleaning products, the issue at hand has to do with mislabeling products that consumers deem organic and natural, which implies they are free of chemicals and harmful ingredients.
The OCA study also revealed that all products certified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program were free of 1,4-dioxane. In order to receive the seal, 95% or more of the ingredients have to be organic. Brands found not to contain 1,4-dioxane include Burt’s Bees, Clorox Green Works, Avalon Organics and Dr. Bronner’s
April 28, 2009
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April 24, 2009
Great Info on Seventh Generation: Information for you to be aware of for sure
Information for you to be aware of.
http://www.enn.com/top_stories/article/33150
Cancer-Causing Contaminant Soils Cleaning Products
RELATED ARTICLES
USDA To Allow ‘Organic’ Label on Cosmetics
EarthNews Radio: Organic Consumers Association
What Are You Washing Your Baby With?
Ingredient Composition Becomes More Important as Organic Personal Care Product Market Evolves
/top_stories/article/33150
Seventh Generation, Method and other leading personal care and cleaning brands may soon face lawsuits if they don’t remove the word “organic” from their labeling and marketing by Sept. 1. The ultimatum comes following a recent investigation by the Organic Consumers Assn., which uncovered a potentially carcinogenic contaminant in various products.
The OCA investigated nearly 100 organic cosmetic, personal care and household cleaning formulas, and found that nearly 50% of them contain detectable levels of 1,4-dioxane, which is known to cause cancer in lab animals. None of the manufacturers disclosed this information on their labels, even though many had levels greater than 1,000 times the acceptable level.
The biggest offenders were the “natural” dish detergents, including Citrus Magic 100% Natural Dish Liquid, Earth Friendly Products Ultra Dishmate, Method Dish Naturally Derived Ultra Concentrate, Planet Ultra Dishwashing Liquid and Seventh Generation Natural Dish Liquid.
Method, San Francisco, refuted the study saying it never made the claim on labels that its products are natural or organic. “We state that our products are naturally-derived,” said rep Katie Molinari.
The findings were released by the OCA, which is based in Washington, on Friday in Anaheim, Calif., at the Natural Products Expo West trade show.
David Steinman, a consumer advocate and author who directed the study, called the findings a wake-up call for the natural products industry: “To knowingly and unnecessarily put carcinogens into commerce in these modern times is cynical and barbaric. It betrays the public trust.”
The brands will have to remove all “organic” branding and labeling from their packaging by Sept. 1. Manufacturers have until April 20 to agree to the terms, said Adam Eidinger, principal with Mintwood Media, Washington, a consulting firm that works with the OCA.
“If [manufacturers] do not comply, they will face a lawsuit accusing them of false and deceptive advertising and unfair and unlawful business practice under California law,” Eidinger said. “No one is regulating natural claims and these carcinogens have cumulative effects on humans and the environment. Something needs to be done to create higher standards for these products.”
The lawsuit will be filed on behalf of the national OCA, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps, Escondido, Calif., and the regional Organic Consumers Assn. chapter in Little Marais, Minn.
While 1,4-dioxane is present in many conventional personal care products such as shampoos and body washes, as well as household cleaning products, the issue at hand has to do with mislabeling products that consumers deem organic and natural, which implies they are free of chemicals and harmful ingredients.
The OCA study also revealed that all products certified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program were free of 1,4-dioxane. In order to receive the seal, 95% or more of the ingredients have to be organic. Brands found not to contain 1,4-dioxane include Burt’s Bees, Clorox Green Works, Avalon Organics and Dr. Bronner’s.
If you are usng Clorox Green you need to read this for sure
Great Article about Clorox Green NOT EFFECTIVE!
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Wow just when you thought you are doing the Earth good. That is why you need to check into the wellness company now and do the earth some good !
April 23, 2009
Spring-Cleaning for a Healthy Home
Spring-cleaning is a fantastic way to freshen and bring new life into your home, and it can be remarkably rewarding. Refer to and adapt this handy guide to make your spring-cleaning faster, easier, safer, and more effective with EcoSense products. But first get started by doing the following:
1) Make a plan and set priorities
2) Get the right tools and products
3) Dust and sweep before you wash
4) Set aside items for sale, charity, or recycling
5) Remember to celebrate a job well done!
Kitchen
o Clean inside and outside of fridge; vacuum coils
o Clean inside and outside of kitchen cabinets and drawers
o Clean oven, stove, exhaust fan, hood
o Clean counters and sink area o Scrub/mop kitchen floor
Bathroom
o Clean or install new shower curtain or liner
o Clean tub and/or shower
o 15-second cleaning after each shower
o Clean and inspect medicine cabinet; toss out expired items
o Clean toilet inside and out
o Clean sink, counters, mirrors
o Scrub floor
o Polish fixtures
o Dust and clean bookcases, cabinets, and their contents
o Polish appropriate furniture
o Vacuum and spot-clean upholstered couches and chairs; launder slipcovers
o Clean items like piano, computer, stereo, wall hangings
o Launder machine-washable items
o Pull out spring and summer clothing; launder machine-washable winter gear
o Clean under beds; donate things you never use and organize the rest
o Vacuum and flip mattresses
o Repair or make note of damaged or broken items and furniture
General Cleaning
o Dust everywhere; start at top of room, move down
o Clean light fixtures
o Clean mirrors, windows, blinds
o Spot-clean places like walls, light switches, doorknobs
o Remove stains all over the house
o Polish chrome fixtures
o Clean fireplace and fixtures
o Clean ceilings and painted walls
o Vacuum everywhere
o Mop and/or buff wood floors
o Shampoo carpets and wash rugs if needed
o Clean out and organize closets
o Recycle paper, plastics, aluminum, steel, glass, batteries
o Check furnace and air conditioning units, and clean and service as necessary; drain sediment from hot water heater
o Tour house and yard as if a visitor and write down other things that need to be done
Outdoors
o Wash windows outside; remove storm windows and replace window screens
o Clean out, wash, and organize garage
o Get out, clean, and repair outdoor furniture
o Clean and repair house siding and trim
o Inspect roof for winter damage schedule repairs before summer rush
o Clear away any dead foliage, weeds, and branches from yard; start or rotate current compost bin
April 22, 2009
Learn about the toxins in your home toady
Here a some web sites to look and and learn about Toxins in the home and work place.
Why I love the Wellness Company so much !
I have four children and a few of them with health issues, this is why I started with this company! Here is a story that I can say is unbelievable. A few weekends ago I was doing my spring cleaning before I got my first Melaleuca order, afterwards my son had an Asthma Attack within a few hours after I cleaned. The next few days was back and forth to the hospital! So the doctor said it was time to put him in the hospital. That Tuesday I got my first shipment from Melaleuca. Cleaned my house and opened the windows like always. That Friday my son came home from the hospital after I had cleaned my house with my Melaleuca cleaners and he never had another attack. I also had forgotten to open the windows after he got home, there was no smell that bothered him. The following Wednesday I took my son to the doctors and she asked what I did because there were no signs that my son had an asthma attack. I told her “I went green”! My son’s doctor told me to send her flyers to keep in the office, there are a lot of people that come in there that this could help. She just wanted to know my secret! I did not think when I signed up, that Melaleuca “The Wellness Company” could have possibly helped my 6 year boy with his Asthma. My son has never recovered that fast from an attack like that.
April 21, 2009
Spring clean with the wellness company
Tough and Tender
Mela Magic
Sol-U-Mel
Clear Power
A perfect all purpose cleaner for countertops,
Powerful, natural stain remover, deoderizer,
cabinets, appliances, crafts, light fixtures,
Heavy‐duty industrial strength cleaner for and EcoSense cleaner booster. Sol‐U‐Mel is the
Ammonia‐free cleaner for glass, mirrors,
artifical plants, cars, floors, mircorwaves,
mopping, degreasing stoves, ovens, garages,
answer for mold, mildew, nail polish, odor
chrome, stainless steel, and other polished
stoves, TV Screens, walls, electronics, blinds, barbaques, no wax floors, and other heavy duty eliminator, tar, upolstrery, walls, gum, ink,
surfaces. Clear Power is also a wonderful in
ceiling fans, or anything that needs light
jobs (fireplaces, outdoor furniture, and more). airconditioner filters, carpet, crayon, drapes,
dishwashers as a replacement for Jet Dry.
cleaning.
disinfectent, mosquito repellent, and ticks.
HOW TO USE:
HOW TO USE:
HOW TO USE:
HOW TO USE:
For stain removal, apply full‐strength Sol‐U‐Mel
For light cleaning (general surface cleaning),
For general use, pour 1/2 bottle (4 fl. Oz.) into
directly to surface and wipe or scrub with a rag
add 7 teaspoons to a gallon of water (1 part
For general cleaning, add 1 fl. Oz. to 1 gallon
24 oz. spray bottle and fill with water. Spray
or brush. Effective for permanent marker,ink,
cleaner to 110 parts water ), and clean with a
water and apply with a rag, sponge, or mop.
onto cleaning surface and wipe clean with dry
gum, tar, fingernail polish, paint, sticky residue,
rag, sponge, or paper towel.
paper towel, newspaper, or other cloth.
pet messes, mildew, sap, and SO MUCH MORE.
For heavier cleaning (dirty mircowave,
For general cleaning and deodorizing pour 4 fl.
countertops, etc), pour 1/2 cup (4 fl. Oz.) into
For heavy duty cleaning, apply full strength
Oz. of Sol‐U‐Mel into 24 oz. spray bottle and
24 oz. spray bottle and fill with water. Spray Mela Magic directly to surface and scrub with a
fill with water. Wipe with a rag or sponge. For
cleaner on surface and clean with a rag,
brush or rag.
deoderizing, just spray into the air.
sponge, or paper towel.
USE IN PLACE OF:
USE IN PLACE OF:
CLEANER BOOSTER:
USE IN PLACE OF:
Add a capful or more to any other EcoSense
Any all purpose cleaner like Formula 409,
Household cleaners like Pine‐sol, Mr. Clean,
Windex, 409 Glass & Surface, and other glass
cleaner (i.e. laundry detergent) when you need
Fantastic, or Orange Clean
and Janitor in a Tub
cleaners
an extra boost of cleaning power.
Tub & Tile
No Work
Rustic Touch
Sol-U-Guard Botanical
Botanical disinfectent to be used on kitchen
countertops, cutting boards, microwaves,
faucets, phone recievers, light switches,
Soap scum and hard water remover for
Furniture treatment for dusting, polishing,
doorknobs, garbage pails, high chairs, changing
Daily shower cleaner for preventing build‐up
showers, tubs, toliets, sinks, faucets, brass,
conditioning, and protecting wood, leather,
tables, toddler toys, and toliet seats. SOL‐U‐
from hard water, mildew, and soap scum.
copper, and more.
and vinyl surfaces.
GUARD IS EPA APPROVED FOR USE IN MORE
THAN 25 FACILITIES INCLUDING; DAY CARE
CENTERS, NURSERIES, SCHOOLS, GYMS,
HOTELS, AND MEDICAL OFFICES.
HOW TO USE:
HOW TO USE:
HOW TO USE:
HOW TO USE:
For general cleaning and polishing, spray
For general cleaning, pour 4 fl. Oz. of Tub & Tile
surface six inches away and wipe with soft,
Clean first with Tub & Tile, then No Work will
into 24 oz. spray bottle and fill with water or
clean cloth. If surface appears smeary and dull Simply spray surface and allow to air dry. There
allow you to go months between major
add 1 part cleaner to 5 parts water then scrub
at first, Rustic Touch is removing previous wax
is no need to even wipe the surface clean.
cleanings.
with a brush, rag, or sponge.
or grease buildup. Simply reapply to get desired
polish.
After every shower or bath, spray diluted No
For heavier cleaning apply Tub & Tile directly,
Work (4 fl. Oz. per 24 oz. spray bottle) on all
full strength and scrub with brush.
your shower surfaces, including doors or
shower curtains.
USE IN PLACE OF:
USE IN PLACE OF:
USE IN PLACE OF:
USE IN PLACE OF:
Tilex, Comet, Scrubbing Bubbles, Soft Scrub,
Tilex, Fresh Shower, Lysol, Mist Away, and
Pledge, Old English, and Orange Glo
Pledge, Old English, and Orange Glo
Any and all Disinfectents such as Lysol
and Lime Away
Clean Shower
Clean Shower
April 13, 2009
Look who loves the wellness company !!
Look who loves Melaleuca!
When you become a customer of Melaleuca, you join the ranks of some very
famous people who are loving Melaleuca’s safer, healthier products as well.
Suze Orman
A two-time Emmy Award-winning television host, New York Times bestselling author, magazine and online columnist, writer/producer, and motivational speaker, Suze is undeniably America’s most recognized expert on personal finance.
Rudy Giuliani
Current candidate for President of the United States, Rudy, as the former Mayor of New York, was considered a hero by many for his quick response to the twin towers collapse on September 11, 2001.
Phylicia Rashad
Best known as Clair Huxtable from “The Cosby Show,” and the first black actress to win a Tony for a dramatic leading role, Rashad is a committed advocate for children, women’s issues, and fine arts.
Nicole Miller
Nicole Miller is a world-renowned Fashion Designer. She became a customer of Melaleuca and was so impressed with their natural products, she asked them to manufacture her skin care and make-up line.
Donny Osmond
Donny Osmond needs no introduction. For more than 42 years, the world has watched him develop from a cherubic little boy singing on TV with his older brothers to a seasoned performer who always has the power to amaze.
The McCaughey Septuplets
In 1997 Bobby McCaughey of Iowa gave birth to 7 babies at one time! During her pregnancy, she took Melaleuca’s vitamins and was the first person to deliver 7 live healthy babies.
April 9, 2009
Baby Shampoo study raises chemical concerns!
Concern over chemicals in baby products
Feb. 4: A new study finds chemicals in baby bath products are seeping through infants’ skin. NBC’s Tracie Potts reports.
NBC News Channel
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Study Raises Questions About Baby Lotion, Shampoo, Powders
Doctors disagree over baby lotion dangers
Babies absorb phthalates from baby products
updated 5:43 p.m. ET, Mon., Feb. 4, 2008
CHICAGO – Baby shampoos, lotions and powders may expose infants to chemicals that have been linked with possible reproductive problems, a small study suggests.
The chemicals, called phthalates, are found in many ordinary products including cosmetics, toys, vinyl flooring and medical supplies. They are used to stabilize fragrances and make plastics flexible.
In the study, they were found in elevated levels in the urine of babies who’d been recently shampooed, powdered or lotioned with baby products.
Phthalates (pronounced thowl-ates) are under attack by some environmental advocacy groups, but experts are uncertain what dangers, if any, they might pose. The federal government doesn’t limit their use, although California and some countries have restricted their use.
Animal studies have suggested that phthalates can cause reproductive birth defects and some activists believe they may cause reproductive problems in boys and early puberty in girls.
No evidence of actual harm
Rigorous scientific evidence in human studies is lacking. The current study offers no direct evidence that products the infants used contained phthalates, and no evidence that the chemicals in the babies’ urine caused any harm. Still, the results worried environmental groups that support restrictions on these chemicals.
“There is an obvious need for laws that force the beauty industry to clean up its act,” said Stacy Malkan of Health Care Without Harm.
Is shampoo hurting your baby? Join the chat.
From the chemicals in shampoo thread:
“Our kids are being exposed to more chemicals in their daily life they need to be. There’s no need to eliminate everything, but we have to be more careful of what they are getting. Be vigilant. Stop being too busy to pay attention.
The study’s lead author, Dr. Sheela Sathyanarayana, a University of Washington pediatrician, said, “The bottom line is that these chemicals likely do exist in products that we’re commonly using on our children and they potentially could cause health effects.”
Babies don’t usually need special lotions and powders, and water alone or shampoo in very small amounts is generally enough to clean infant hair, Sathyanarayana said.
Concerned parents can seek products labeled “phthalate-free,” or check labels for common phthalates, including DEP and DEHP.
But the chemicals often don’t appear on product labels. That’s because retail products aren’t required to list individual ingredients of fragrances, which are a common phthalate source.
The Food and Drug Administration “has no compelling evidence that phthalates pose a safety risk when used in cosmetics,” spokeswoman Stephanie Kwisnek said. “Should new data emerge, we will inform the public as well as the industry.”
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the health effects in humans are uncertain.
“Although several studies in people have explored possible associations with developmental and reproductive outcomes (semen quality, genital development in boys, shortened pregnancy, and premature breast development in young girls), more research is needed,” a 2005 CDC report said.
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The new study, which appears in February’s issue of the journal Pediatrics, involved 163 babies. Most were white, ages 2 to 28 months and living in California, Minnesota and Missouri.
The researchers measured levels of several phthalates in urine from diapers. They also asked the mothers about use in the previous 24 hours of baby products including lotions, powders, diaper creams and baby wipes.
Highest levels in youngest babies
All urine samples had detectable levels of at least one phthalate, and most had levels of several more. The highest levels were linked with shampoos, lotions and powders, and were most prevalent in babies younger than 8 months.
John Bailey, chief scientist at the Personal Care Products Council, questioned the methods and said the phthalates could have come from diapers, lab materials or other sources.
“Unfortunately, the researchers of this study did not test baby care products for the presence of phthalates or control for other possible routes of exposure,” Bailey said.
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Why even take the risk of exposing your children to crazy chemicals like this?! As consumers we have choices! We can be Green, we can make sure our babies are not being exposed to this type of stuff. Take a stand! Ban products like this from your home, and earn an income at the same time. Please think about what you could be doing for your kids! You shouldn’t regret it.What more can you ask for?!! Go to my website to request more info. www.workathomeunited.com/brandy I will personally call you.
April 7, 2009
LUPUS AND FIBORMYALGIA
Lupus and Fibromyalgia After a year of bizarre symptoms and unbearable pain, I was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus and its companion, Fibromyalgia. The medical answer was to take a powerful anti-malarial drug that has side effects that are accumulative and irreversible, (i.e.) pigment deposits on the retina that would cause eventual blindness, chronic diarrhea (embarrassing and uncomfortable) causing a depletion of potassium and other trace mineral. None too sure that the cure wasn’t worse than the disease I began to try to find an alternative treatment. It took six years before someone introduced me to Melaleuca. After only two months following the regimen recommended by Dr. Ramero, the joint pain has subsided, my energy level is unbelievable and my blood pressure no longer requires prescription medication, and I am taking only half my dose of Plaquenil. It is my sincere belief that anyone with Lupus would benefit from the following Melaleuca products: REPLENEX: One capsule three times a day. VITALITY PAK: one vitamin and one calcium tablet, twice a day. CELL WISE: one tablet three times a day PROVEX: one capsule three times a day for first two weeks, then change to PROVEXPLUS, two capsules, three times a day Eight glasses of water a day May drink cup of Ginseng Tea, may add teaspoon honey Drink cup hot Herbal Tea before bed time Stay away from high inflammatory foods Stay away from all sugar It will take 14 to 21 days for treatment to saturate the tissues. Hope this helps everyone as much as it helps me.
