Simply Natural Nessa

There was a study conducted by the University of Maine where they looked at the most popular store bought fruit and vegetable wash brands and found many of them contained chlorine (to kill bacteria on the produce), but also found in lab testing that they were no more effective than using distilled water. It was found that ‘neither commercial washes or distilled vinegar completely removed waxes, pesticides, and other residue from produce.’ However, homemade fruit and vegetable rinses have been found to be quite effective at removing unwanted chemical residues, waxes, and disease-causing bacteria from produce. The most effective way to do this is to use different washes for fruits and vegetables (as you don’t want your berries tasting like vinegar). DIY Wash for Most Fruits and Vegetables: 🥑 1 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar or salt) 🥑 Water 🥑 Lemon juice (optional) To Make: 1. Place the fruits and vegetables in a large bowl or freshly cleaned kitchen sink, then fill the tub with water and add in the white vinegar. 2. Let the produce soak for up to one hour, then scrub the skins of the fruits and vegetables gently to remove any wax coating and rinse. 3. Let the produce dry completely before placing it in the fridge to prevent decay. For more recipes on different washes to use for different types of fruit and vegetables, see my blog post 🍃 simplynaturalnessa.com/fruit-and-vegetable-wash #vegetablewash #fruitwash #fruitandveg #producewash #organicfood

We could all use a dose of nature 💙 #ocean #colourblue #oceanhealing #oceanwaves

New video is up on my YouTube channel now! Link in profile 😘 This recipe tutorial is for a natural, homemade roll on deodorant that is easy to use and glides on smoothly to the skin. This recipe is free from the toxic ingredients found in many conventional deodorants, such as aluminium and synthetic fragrances, but still offers effective odour protection. I kept the dilution of essential oils to 2% to avoid skin irritation. Sending big hugs and tons of love!! ❤️ I hope you enjoy the video 🥰 #magnesium #deodorant #recipe #rollondeodorant #homemadedeodorant

These plant foods (especially raw seeds) contain naturally occurring antinutrients like phytic acid and enzyme inhibitors. Phytic acid helps protect the nut or seed until ideal growing conditions occur and germination can begin. Enzyme inhibitors are there to prevent the seed from sprouting too early. Both these antinutrients impact humans by binding to nutrients in the body, preventing absorption, which can contribute to nutrient deficiencies and digestive issues. Traditionally, many cultures used to soak, sprout or ferment nuts, seeds, grains and legumes before consuming them as they understood that it would enhance absorption and help deactivate antinutrients like phytates, lectins, tannins, gluten, and other harmful compounds. However, this step is hardly ever taken with large scale commercial production since it is very time consuming. Yet, it’s a simple process we can do at home. RECIPE: 🍃 1/2 cup soaked nuts, seeds, grains, or legumes (must be organic and non-irradiated) 🍃 Filtered water 🍃 Large mason jar 🍃 A sprouting lid or cheesecloth and a rubber band To Make: 1. Once the nuts, seeds, grains, or legumes have been soaked, rinse them well with filtered water then drain. 2. This helps clean off any resin containing antinutrients. 3. Place the nuts, seeds, grains, or legumes in large glass jar, then place the sprouting lid or cheesecloth securely on top of the jar. Flip the jar upside-down at a slight angle, sitting in a bowl, so that the excess water can drain out and air can get in. 4. Continue rinsing the sprouts with water several times a day, returning the jar to the tilted position each time. See the table below for the length of time required to sprout each type of nut, seed, grain, and legume. 5. Within approximately a day or two, you should see signs of sprouting. 6. When the grains, nuts, seeds, or legumes are finished sprouting, rinse them thoroughly in cool, filtered water, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. For more information on how to soak, sprout, and ferment different nuts, seeds, and grains, see my website 🌿 simplynaturalnessa.com/how-to-sprout-nuts-seeds-grains-and-legumes

If you’re switching from a conventional deodorant to a natural deodorant, an armpit detox can help with the transition period, especially if you find you’re sweating a lot more and have more odour. When it comes to essential oils, you don’t have to use a combination of oils, tea tree oil can work just fine. You can adjust this recipe to suit your desired odour protection needs. A lower proof alcohol = a lighter coverage, while a higher proof alcohol = more odour protection. Here is a quick guide for specific protection: 🌿 70-90 proof = light coverage 🌿 90-120 proof = medium coverage 🌿 120+ proof = strong coverage RECIPE: 🍃 2 tablespoons gluten-free vodka (follow the different ‘proof’ options above to pick your desired odour protection) 🍃 20-30 drops essential oils 🍃 1 teaspoon natural solubiliser (optional) 🍃 Dark glass spray bottle To Make: 1. In a small bowl, blend the essential oils with the natural solubiliser. 2. Add this mix to a glass spray bottle, and pour in the high-proof alcohol. 3. Cap the lid on tightly, then gently shake the bottle well to combine the ingredients. 4. This spray deodorant will last for around 2 to 3 months. 5. Shake the bottle well before each use. Give each underarm two to three spritzes and let them air dry. Apply this spray again after exercising or heavy exertion, if desired. #naturaldeodorant #homemadedeodorant #spraydeodorant #bodycareproducts