May 31, 2008 at 5:09 pm (Watkins)
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Here are a few simple tips to Green up your cleaning efforts using Watkins natural cleaning products. Not only will your home thank you… your family will thank you for leaving those harsh chemical concoctions at the store.
Living Rooms: Using J.R. Watkins Lemon Furniture Polish and a good microfiber cloth dust all the surfaces in your living room. This gentle polish is perfect for finished and unfinished wood, formica, particle board and vinyl. And because it is made from natural olive oil, it gently loosens and removes fingerprints, smudges and dirt. Here’s a quick tip: Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter. It sucks up dust particles and doesn’t spit them back out, so you don’t have to dust what you have already dusted!
Kitchen: Many dishwashing detergents have a dirty little secret — they contain phosphates. These agents find their way into our lakes and ponds where they endanger our fish. Have a phosphate intervention with your dishwasher, J.R. Watkins Automatic Lemon Dishwashing Detergent can help. Its 100% phosphate free. The concentrated power will make your dishes and glasses sparkle without the need to overflow your dishwasher’s detergent cups.
Bedrooms: We spend one third of our lives in bed. Make it time well spent with J.R. Watkins Liquid Laundry Detergent. Wash bed linens and small rugs with this ultra concentrated formula. It is gentle enough for baby clothes, so you know it won’t irritate sensitive skin. Quick tip: Vacuum your mattress. The common mattress harbors dust mites, these critters feast on dander and dead skin and really like to hang around. Vacuuming won’t eliminate them, but it will cut their population.
Bathrooms: Do you have to hold your breath when cleaning your shower? If you answered yes, it’s time to ditch your cleaner and come to the greener side with J.R. Watkins Citrus Tub & Tile Cleaner. Just a light mist on your shower walls will drive away hard water stains and soap scum. And since it is naturally derived you can finally inhale when cleaning in small spaces. Simply spray, let sit and wipe. Quick tip: A small scrub or tooth brush will help clean grout and corner areas.
And one final tip we would like to mention that applies to your entire home.
Check dirt at the door. The soles of our shoes meet a lot of toxic pollutants throughout the day. Make it a habit for you and your family to check their shoes at the door. And when you find dirt has been tracked in, a quick sweep and mop with J.R. Watkins All-Purpose Cleaner will do the trick!
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May 19, 2008 at 3:11 pm (Watkins)
Tags: lip balm, natural beeswax, watkins products
Summertime weather wreaks havoc on sensitive lips. Not to worry, protect your pout and enjoy the comforts of J.R. Watkins Natural Beeswax Lip Balm. This all-natural lip balm is perfect for the entire family, with a lightweight beeswax formula that protects chapped lips and goes on smooth without a waxy feel. Naturally flavored with pure peppermint oil.
But we didn’t want to stop there. In a few short months we will be expanding our natural lip balm line to include two new flavors. With J.R. Watkins natural lip balms you get formulas that are free of synthetic preservatives, synthetic sun screens and other agents that are potentially harmful. So sit back, relax and soak up all the natural goodness of Watkins protection.
Keep on the lookout for Medicated and Weather Proofing lip balms, coming your way soon!
Weatherproofing Lip Balm — Raspberry
Naturally guard your lips from nature’s harsh elements.
- Lightweight formula with natural raspberry flavor
- Ideal for use during outdoor activities
Medicated Lip Balm
Menthol and camphor combine to help heal and hydrate severely chapped lips.
- Unbeatable protection
- Soothes chapped, cracked, wind-burned lips
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May 14, 2008 at 7:08 pm (Articles)
Tags: bleach, bleach alternatives, natural products, Watkins Liquid Laundry Detergent, Watkins Natural All-Purpose Cleaner
The common household disinfectant cleaner, that many of us have come to rely on, can make us sick – who knew? The fact is bleach can damage eyes, skin and lungs and is registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an antimicrobial pesticide. That’s right, a pesticide. Not only is bleach considered a pesticide, it also releases dioxins and mercury into the environment during its production. Yuck! Research is showing that while bleach might whiten whites, it doesn’t always disinfect surface areas like countertops and fixtures. In fact, in order for bleach to disinfect these areas, it needs to sit for 30 minutes, and if the area is dirty or hasn’t been cleaned in advance, you just wasted 30 minutes for nothing! Take into consideration the recent uprising in bacteria that are anti-biotic resistant (believed to be linked to the over use of bleach and other anti-bacterial products) and the risks are simply not worth it.
Bleach Alternatives
Disinfecting Surfaces
Minimize dirt on hard surfaces with frequent mini-cleanings using a naturally derived cleaner, like Watkins Natural All-Purpose Cleaner. Not only will you clean-up dirt, you will refresh your soul with the natural scent of Lavender, Aloe & Green Tea or Lemon.
Here are some other ways to limit bacteria in your home – beware of the sponge:
- Clean your cleaning tools: Regularly wash your kitchen sponge in the dishwasher or zap it in the microwave for about 10 seconds and let it dry.
- Drop the sponge: Better yet, use a clean micro fiber cloth to wipe down countertops and other hard surfaces – using a sponge will just redeposit the bacteria you are trying so hard to clean-up.
- Keep it clean: Before and after you prepare food on a hard surface, use a good all-purpose cleaner, like Watkins Natural All-Purpose Cleaner, and a clean cloth to wipe down the area.
Laundry
Remove stains, whiten whites and conserve the environment at the same time with Watkins Lemon Liquid Laundry Detergent. The three times concentrated power makes this detergent a Green alternative to many major brand detergents & bleaches and it reduces waste by using less than half the plastic of traditional 100 oz. bottles.
- Pre-treat stains with Watkins Liquid Laundry Detergent.
- In the summer use Mother Nature to your advantage, good old fashioned sun-light offers the same whitening power as bleach and it’s free!
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May 4, 2008 at 6:00 pm (Articles)
by: Darren Brent
Skin care is a priority with today’s generation of people, especially the ones who are developing signs of aging. The increase of chemicals in our lives and the side effects of it have turned us towards a chemical free life with fresh fruits and vegetables. As our skin absorbs all the chemicals that are present in the skin care lotions and creams so we need to turn to organic skin care. Herbal skin care is manufactured of bio degradable, organic herbal elements.
Natural skin care products are healthy and rejuvenate the skin fast due to high presence of anti oxidants. Few anti aging skin acre products also have intensive organic products like almond which is a good source of ketones. It rebuilds collagen which is what provides the elasticity and suppleness in the skin. Usually herbal based skin care products have special nutrients and minerals that can only be found in sea weeds and many plants. Many exotic sea minerals and plant extracts are added to skin products to make your skin soft, smooth and young looking.
After the age of 30, skin starts to lose its elasticity and if you do not take proper care, signs of aging can be seen. Drinking a lot of water and eating nutritious meals will not only benefit your skin but control your weight also.
While the best organic skin products for your skin are those which do not have animal fat or have high levels of oils in their composition. People with sensitive skins should be even more careful about the ingredients that the cosmetics and skin care products contain to avoid having skin irritations, rashes and allergies. With a big demand for herbal skin care products, companies have products suiting every skin type so whether you have a dry skin or a normal one, there are many products to suit your need and the suitable products have just the right ingredients to make you look beautiful and young again. Apart from providing you moisturizing and softening your skin most of them protect your skin from the harmful rays of the sun.
Sage, lemon, almond, chamomile, lavender are just a few of the herbs or plants which can do wonders to your skin. Using pure natural oils are effective moisturizers. Almond oil, olive oil, coconut oil, avocado oil is known for therapeutic qualities especially if one is suffering fro skin rashes and allergies. As bases in cosmetics and skin care products, these make wonderful moisturizing products.
About The Author
Darren Brent writes for the http://www.onestoptreatment.com We provides information on all aspects of finding Essential Oils,The information provide by our SKIN CARE EXPERT!. You can find more details and tips about Essential Oils in our education center.
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May 4, 2008 at 5:45 pm (Recipes)
Ingredients
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2 lbs/900 g lean or extra lean ground beef
6 oz/170 mL (half bottle) Tropical Salsa
1 cup/250 mL ketchup
1/2 cup milk
1/4 lb/227 g (1 stick) butter
1 tsp/5 mL (for more heat, increase to taste) Calypso Hot Pepper Sauce
2 cans (15 oz/420 g each) tomato sauce with chunky vegetables (or substitute one can w/green peppers and onions for one of the chunky)
1 can (15 oz/420 g) hot chili beans
1 can (15 oz/420 g) light red kidney beans
5 tbsp/75 mL (more or less to taste) Chili Seasoning
1/2 tsp/2.5 mL Rosemary
1 can (15 oz/420 g) mushrooms
1/2 tsp/2.5 mL (optional, may be added as condiment later) Red Pepper Flakes
Toppings for garnish (below) |
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Cooking Directions
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| Brown ground beef and drain well. In slow cooker on high heat (or pot on stove top over medium heat), combine browned meat, Tropical Salsa, ketchup, milk, butter, Calypso Sauce, tomato sauce, beans, chili seasoning, rosemary and mushrooms. Cook for two hours (stovetop: bring to boil and simmer for 1 hour). Add red pepper flakes (if desired) and simmer for at least 1 more hour. Cool and refrigerate overnight. Reheat and serve.
Make available: shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, diced green peppers, sour cream, red pepper flakes and saltine crackers for guests to garnish as desired. |
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Nutrition Facts
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Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Calories 450
Protein 28 g
Carbohydrates 48 g
Fat 16 g
Sat Fat 8 g
Cholesterol 50 mg
Sodium 1220 mg
Dietary Fiber 9 g |
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