Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Are we poisoning ourselves for the illusion of looking younger?

Its common knowledge that the majority of us want to continue looking younger for longer. Within the media there is numerous products claiming to give us "rejuvenated", "anti-wrinkle", "lushes", "supple" skin through the use of the advertised product.Have you ever consider what the contents actually are? Ever attempted to read the ingredients label? I challenge you for next 24 hours, what ever skin product you use, may it be your shampoo or conditioner, face products, to deodorant, toothpaste or even soap - to inspect the ingredient list before use. Majority of the ingredients will be disguised by their "scientific name" - so for your benefit i've included this link http://chloewehlow.mionegroup.com/en/toxicfor you to decipher what the ingredient is. The most common based product used is Mineral Oil, found in moisturisers, sunscreens, and makeup; and Mum's be aware - J & J Baby Oil is 100% mineral oil, therefore baby's are being coated in petroleum. You maybe wondering why? Because it is cheap for the manufactures!Numerous cases have been reported where a child has orally consumed skin care or house hold products, and became unwell and some in some cases, children have even passed away. This company claims their products are so natural you could eat them! It is very important to be aware that whether or not that product is swallowed (i.e toothpaste/mouthwash) or may it be placed on your skin (i.e sunsrcreen or creams) the product is absorbed by the body (i.e the blood stream). Therefore these toxic ingredients do enter your body's cells. Exposing yourself to toxic chemicals does increase the free radical damage to your body, and increased free radicals is known to lead to chronic diseases, i.e.cancer, stroke, diabetes, heart disease, alzhiemers, etc - as announced by the WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION. Don't forget increase free radical damage does increase the rate of aging. Recommended Reading1. Gorgeous Skin in 30 days - Erica Argyle2. The Chemical Maze - Bill Statham3. Chemical Free KidsFeel free to contact me via email, or mobile 0414850460 - if you have further questions. If you are on a quest, as I am, for longevity - ensure that you are decreasing your exposure to unnecessary chemicals/ toxins and hence free radicals. and increase your antioxidants with fresh fruit and vegetables and supplementing your diet with a whole food supplement.Enjoy your day,Chloe xo :-)

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

How can you measure the value of a man?

This is an extract from a book given to me by my sister, and found today whilst cleaning up. I flicked open the book and came across these magic words.


The measure of a man is not found in the things he owns, what he's saved for retirement, or even his accomplishments....

The true measure of a man is found in his faith, and his heart, the friends who stand by him, the strength he displays under pressure.

It's found in his willingness to reveal vulnerability, in the truth of his words, the genuiness of his life, his unselfish actions, the values he lives by...

Determine the measure of a man not by admiring his trophies, or comparing him to other men either weaker or stronger.

Determine the measure of a man by how much you trust him and believe in him, and by how much his life enhances yours