Chewing Granola

Chewing Granola

     Ok, so it may be offensive to call people who are into green or natural products "Granola" but stick with me.  A few weeks ago, I chipped a tooth in the back.  Long story short, I grind my teeth on a regular basis and had worn that particular tooth out.  Also during this time, I have been researching and making natural chemical free items to use in the home from cleaners and dish detergent to toothpaste and body butter.  So the funny story is that Andy told me he knew why I chipped my tooth because "you are chewing granola at night".  HA Ha ha.  

     Over the past few years, I have come to realize that something is wrong.  I can count on both hands the number of people I know that have or have had some form of cancer.  Maybe 20 years ago, I was just not told when someone was sick or we just did not know what they were suffering from but I feel like every time I turn around, someone else has cancer.  

     I have also noticed that there never was a "peanut allergy" table in elementary school.  Why do we have so many allergies to foods?  So, I don't know the answer to that.  But one of the factors I do know that has changed is the foods we ingest.  I also think that 50 years ago, more natural cleaners were used verses today where everything was laden with chemicals.  So, my experiments so far:

• Toothpaste-the recipe I use is a little bitter (calls for adding stevia but I did not) but my teeth feel clean.
• Deodorant-I did not actually make this, I have been using Primal Pit Paste but I have most of the ingredients to make it myself when I run out.  I absolutely love it.  I will never go back to the old stuff.  In fact, I went back to it on Radius' 10 year anniversary Sunday because I felt like I needed extra protection and I felt like I smelled disgusting.  
• Household cleaner-Love it.  Super simple recipe and cleans great.
• Laundry Detergent-I have been making for a while and it is super cheap.
• Dryer Sheets-I just started making these...and they work great.
• Body Butter-It takes only a dab and at first may feel greasy but I will never go back to the chemicals.
• Body Scrubs-These make your hands feel silky smooth.
• Shampoo and Conditioner-My first try was last night and so far so good.  The apple cider vinegar was kinda smelly in the shower but my hair does not smell like it now. 

So next on the list is:

• dishwasher and dish detergent
• various snack foods my kids eat (fruit snacks, goldfish, etc)
• body wash for my boys
• my own deodorant recipe
• make up
• the list could go on forever...

     The first comment from my sister and my friend..."she has too much time on her hands".  Some of that may be true because I only work 2 days a week...but I am frugal...so I want to keep not having to work as much while my boys are young.  The more I make, the more I save...the more time I have on my hands.  
      So this is a new adventure and I am loving it so far.  Anyone want to jump on board with me?  Let me know if you want some recipes or if you would like me to make you something.  Love to you all!