Thanks for this video. I am a seamstress and have resisted making underwear...but, now I will explore making some. I've always been drawn to natural fabrics and tend to resist wearing anything with polyester. I have a friend who exclusively wears athletic wear, nylyon underwear and has synthetic fabric upholstered furniture. She's dealing with bladder cancer - lots of questions!
For anyone concerned about clothes in relation to chemicals and your body absorbing stuff from your clothes, another public service announcement, laundry detergent and fabric softener, scent beads, etc. Are some of the most highly toxic chemicals in most houses. It is totally possible to let the water do the work and use either nothing or a bit of vinegar in the wash and get clean clothes. For me (I had drastically cut back on product already), it took 3 rounds through the wash to get the old detergent out and my clothes to look less dingy. After that they stain less and are stay cleaner. If you do have something that is going to stain, hydrogen peroxide works for blood, baking soda and a bit of dish soap (I use castile) scrubbed lightly and then rinsed with cool water and repeated typically works for chocolate, and hot water works well for fruit juice based stains. Sprinkle corn starch or baking soda on grease stains.
@@homebodywitherinn3003 no problem! People look at me like I have 3 heads when I say I don't use laundry products. But I only found out from a kind soul that heard my health issues in a cleaning chat and mentioned it to me. So, so grateful for her because it helped give me my life back half the time. Just hope I can pass on the favor to someone else.
The shoes we wear are toxic as well! If you put garlic in your sock you will taste garlic within thirty minutes! Also the laundry soap is very important, rinse, rinse, rinse!
@@maryquite7598 this is a great point about the shoes! Bottom of the feet have the largest pores which is why that happens. Putting garlic on the bottom of the feet is a great way to kick a cold too! Yes laundry soap is important. I use Branch Brasics
I´m shopping a lot second hand but I never buy anything from shein or very cheap brands. It´s just dangerous, they even found stuff that can make you infertile in shein clothes.
@@kristinanderson8270 hey Kristin! Great question! I have been using Pact for women’s, although I’m not sure about kiddos. I know Quince has some kids stuff although Fern seems to be skeptical about their ethical practices. I know honest has organic cotton kids stuff but I don’t see them rated on the Good On You app so I can’t speak to quality. Also Fern mentioned a brand called Wama - not sure if they have kids stuff. Thanks for watching! Hope this helped. And Fern’s contact info is linked in case you want to contact her directly 💝
This is so informative. Thank you. It reminds me of the woman who started calling out food companies for their ingredients and got them to be more transparent and then actually remove certain ingredients. I can't remeber her name but I feel like it's up to informed consumers to start calling out and holding clothing manufacturers accountable. Based on the guidelines here the majority of my clothing is toxic. 🫤
So bummed about bamboo! thought I was doing so well buying bamboo yoga clothes from Slightly Buddha! Thanks for this great info! I'm inspired to make small changes now and more later!
Spandex is a polyurethane based material, an alternative to Spandex is Sorona. Sorona is a fiber created from corn that stretches like spandex. In most cases it will be hard to get away from Spandex, but one solution to protect your body from it is to limit contact to elastic that is fully encased in the fabric that is natural. My partner is allergic to spandex, and we've found that and undergarments with encased elastic protect his skin from contact. Another option is look for rubber based elastic.
In all clothing, where its made will have the largest impact on the use of toxic chemicals beyond the creation of the material itself; dying, washing treatments, and special effects that are applied later. If it's made in the EU, for example, there are more regulations that prohibit use of toxic chemicals. Sticking with natural fibers, Organic (when possible) and made in very developed countries like those in the EU are the best options available.
There are amazing natural dyes made from plants, mushrooms, etc. but they are generally made by artisans not big corporations. So it's harder to find and can be pricey. You can also buy organic clothing and dye it yourself. Which I find really fun and rewarding but not everyone has the time for it.
This was really interesting AND fun to watch/listen to. I've been trying to pay more attention to the fabrics I buy lately, but one thing I always wonder about is: if something is made out of linnen/cotton/wool/etc but obviously dyed, is it still safe? Are there rules about chemicals in dyes, etc?
The biggest rule with color dye will be based on 2 factors; Where the fabric is made, and if it is/has an Organic option. Organic Cotton will use dyes that are safe, compared to conventional cotton which MAY use toxic dyes if made outside of the USA/EU (and others). The latter goes for silk, linen and wools also.
Incredible that you're doing patterns for underwear using our recycled fabrics..... unfortunately, my "cotton" t-shirts have started to smell of chemicals?!?
Hmm... I had a quick squizz on your website... where di you say your free patterns were? Many thanks, Louise P.S. Are you on any Social Media platforms?
@@louiseisobelevans oh interesting!!! I wonder if that is to do with the laundry detergent you are using??? Are you using standard detergent or a non-toxic detergent?? That’s something else to consider
Great video! About a year ago, my body started rebelling against man made fibers. I have gone to mostly cotton clothes and sheets. I didn't know about the vibrations. This reinforced what I am doing. Thank you
@@tinahenderson9990 our bodies are so wise! Thank you for listening to your body and glad this video supported and confirmed your journey. Lots of love Tina 💝
Im new to herbalism and your book sounds and looks great ! i love your Videos Theo are super helpful :) im interested in learning more about the use of Oregano and rosemary ❤
@@ashhashope333 I’m not sure about that! For digestion I’d look at strong chamomile tea, ginger, peppermint, and marshmallow root :) those are my digestion go-to’s
I guess I'd use Ai art for inspiration but I reallllly don't know.how I feel. I mean I guess no matter.what you type.into the generator is still your idea ultimately...idk buti.looooooove your channel!!!!
@homebodywitherinn3003 Chamomile, lavender, basil, oregano, parsley, peppermint, rosemary, sage, and coriander, just to name a few. I also use green tea and black tea enemas.
@@homebodywitherinn3003I have been using enemas and yoga for detoxing, fitness, health, wellness, disease, illness, sickness, pain management, and weight management since 1995.
I love your book. It is awesome and so helpful!! I took some of your ideas and put out a jar of sun (infusion) tea this morning. I am going to try a latte tonight, either Chai or Dandelion Root Latte. Do you ever reuse tea bags or the loose leaves?
@@tinahenderson9990 awww that’s awesome I’m so happy to hear that! I prefer loose leaf but sometimes use bags. I don’t tend to reuse teabags but you totally could if you wanted to 🤓
@@homebodywitherinn3003 rosemary thyme sage oregano and ginger but there is definitely more unusual herbs that we can use in broths… I would love to learn more about 🌞
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That book looks great! And, thank you for giving us a run through of what to expect from the book. This is a different level in my life on my little healthier living journey. I'll be ordering mine later tonight!! 🤗 I'm inwardly excited. 😅
Congratulations! My favorite herbs are lemongrass and lavender. I’ve been learning how to make oil infusions so I’m looking forward to reading about how to make “medicinal strength” infusions.
oooh those are great ones! I love lavender :) The lavender shortbread cookies in the book are one of my fave recipes in the book. So many great lavender recipes too!
Oh my, this is needed! Thanks for the preview. Hearing about all the things you can do yourself to care for your health is fabulous. Am interested in Oregano and Sage uses.
Oooh Oregano and sage are great and plentiful recipes in the book! I'd love to gift you a free paperback copy. Please send me an email to ErinnMcMurtrie@gmail.com with your name and mailing address so I can send to you next week :) Be sure to put in the subject line "BOOK WINNER"
love calendula....and elder...wow...just brough t some flowers home today...will make raw crackers out of them...they are divine...check my book 'mad about crackers' .One recipe is dedicated to elder
Congrats! Your book looks amazing! I just started my first echinecea tincture this weekend. I also have little tiny seedlings coming up that I'm hopeful will grow into big beautiful plants including cayenne peppers and sage, so I'd love to learn more about using them.
I am brand new so your book sounds perfect!! I planted an herb garden, so I'm looking on how to use them along with cooking with them. I think my favorite is rosemary, I always have to touch it when I walk by.
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