A huge resource of household recipes for cleaners, skin and body care, gardening, house care and hobbies. There is so much information that I would really recommend having your own copy. Descriptions of why these natural alternatives are better for you cover what the grocery/drug store originals contain that are toxic and what herbs and ingredients are beneficial for you.

Starting out with a very informative glossary of terms about animal and herbal ingredients, it gives you a great rule of thumb to stick to whenever you are cleaning and which ingredients in products to watch out for.

Of course it covers the age-old benefits of vinegar and baking soda, but there are so many other ingredients you already have around your home that you can start implementing these right away.

Great for mothers who are concerned about exposing their children and families to toxic chemicals that can be found in many household products, and also for those just to live a more natural lifestyle. Covers all-purpose household cleaners, body creams and lotions, laundry products, and more.

Better Basics for the Home | Annie Berthold-Bond

Three Rivers Press | ISBN #9780609803257

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