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"They often use ingredients such as diatomaceous earth (made from calcareous fossils) herbs, and oils, such as orange oil or mint oil, that are natural insect repellents. Natural pest control services are also available if you have a large garden to control and you don't want to do this yourself. If you have a gardener, speak with him or her about alternatives to commercial products loaded with toxins or find a new gardener who uses nontoxic products." - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.)

"It found prescription drugs, as well as fragrances, insect repellents, disinfectants, and other household chemicals, in 80 percent of the 139 streams sampled in Iowa and twenty-nine other states. Just what it means to be swallowing the flotsam and jetsam of thousands of medicine chests is a mystery that Dr. Kolpin says may not be solved for generations. The levels of any one drug in the rivers are so low that it would take many years of drinking the water to get even one therapeutic dose." - Melody Petersen, Our Daily Meds: How the Pharmaceutical Companies Transformed Themselves into Slick Marketing Machines and Hooked the Nation on Prescription Drugs (Get the book.)

"Some experts have said that the number of hazardous "inert" chemicals totals more than 650 in pesticide products alone, including commonly used bug sprays and insect repellents that may appear at your next picnic. A total of about 2,500 substances is added to products without you having a clue as to what those substances are or how they could potentially harm you and your family. Vinyl chloride was once considered an "inert" ingredient found in aerosol products such as hair spray and deodorant. If MYTH Labels tell the whole story." - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.)

"The essential oil can be used in topical insect repellents, and placing bay leaves in food canisters can repel bugs from them. When placed in clothing, books, or other fiber items, bay can help prevent damage from a variety of vermin. Placing bay leaves in lard helps prevent it from becoming rancid. The wood is used to build cabinets and make bowls. Bay leaf is also held in high regard in magical traditions. For a wish to be granted, for example, it can be inscripted on a bay leaf, which is then burned as incense. A sprig of bay placed under a bed pillow is said to enhance clairvoyance." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.)

"On human forearms, it was determined that the eucalyptus extract was nearly as effective as a 20% solution of diethyltolu-amine (used in many insect repellents) in repelling bites of the Anopheles mosquito (the insect that spreads malaria) for up to five hours. The eucalyptus extract was also effective at repelling flies (94%) and midges (100%) for up to six hours. A preliminary study suggests the combination of eucalyptus and menthol as a nasal inhalant is helpful in cases of mild to moderate snoring." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Yard products such as insect repellents, weed, mold and fungus killers are all toxic chemicals. Many of them contain proven carcinogens, yet we utilize them everyday. You don't have to swallow them to be affected. Your body can be contaminated through your skin, nose, mouth and eyes and you may not even know it. We have become addicted to convenience and forgotten common sense. But there is hope. There are many natural cleaning alternatives available that are highly effective and safe for use in the home or office. Please see the Resources section at the end of this chapter or visit www." - Craig Pepin-Donat, The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie (Get the book.)

"These herbs may be effective insect repellents for humans as well. Caution: Do not use pennyroyal or rue during pregnancy. Avoid excessive and/or prolonged use. Q Lavender may help relieve itching. Q Tea tree oil can be rubbed on exposed areas of skin to ward off insects. It can also be applied to bites. If pure tea tree oil is too strong, dilute it with canola oil or another low-fragrance vegetable oil until a tolerable strength is achieved." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"His main interests were in chemistry applied to pest control: insect repellents, lures, etc. His connection with smell came from this work: insects can be trapped or kept at a distance by the appropriate molecules now known collectively as pheromones. Like many chemists, Wright was unimpressed by the relationship between molecular shape and smell; he had read Dyson's work and thought there might be something in it. But Dyson had taken several hits below the waterline in the intervening years." - Luca Turin, The Secret of Scent: Adventures in Perfume and the Science of Smell (Get the book.)

"Other Uses Essential oil of mint is used to scent soaps and shampoos and in insect repellents. The smell of mint repels rats and mice and has long been used to keep them out of grain storage buildings; in the home, mint was once used as a strewing herb and stuffed into matresses to discourage bed bugs and other vermin. Peppermint oil is sometimes used by sanitary engineers to test the soundness of pipes, as its odor will pinpoint any leaks. Adding peppermint oil to pastes prevents mold and increases the shelf life of the product. Mint essential oil is used to make menthol tobacco products." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.)

"If you need the services of an exterminator, make sure that anyone you hire is licensed and can offer nontoxic insect repellents (such as diatomaceous earth). Considerations Q Most metal pots and pans used for cooking leave residues of metal in your food. Some of these metals—like the iron from cast-iron skillets—actually can be beneficial. But other metals can be harmful. Some aluminum and coated cookware can leach off small amounts of metals that can be harmful over time." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"It is also the active ingredient in several commercial insect repellents that you can apply to either your skin or clothing. Pure citronella oil can be irritating to the skin and should never be ingested. If you want to use the oil, dilute it by adding several drops to a vegetable oil base. You can then rub the diluted oil directly on your skin. Citrus essential oil has aromatic qualities that repel insects. Dilute it by adding several drops of essential oil to a vegetable oil base, and experiment by using different combinations of essential oils together to customize your own insect repellent." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Citronella is as effective as the neurotoxins often used as insect repellents. You can find more at www.RealAge.com. Figure 171 Your Detox Plan Of course, we don't want you feeling wore paranoid than a novice nude model. So the last thing we want is for you to knock down your house and wove to a straw hut. Put we do want you to be aware of sowe potentially toxic dowestic traps. While doctors can diagnose what's going on inside your body, if s up to you to diagnose what's going on in your environment." - Mehmet C. Oz., M.D. and Michael F. Roizen, M.D., You: Staying Young: The Owner's Manual for Extending Your Warranty (Get the book.)

"PLANT CHEMICALS BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES AND CLINICAL RESEARCH The oil is commercially manufactured into anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-arthritic, and insect repellant soaps as well as turned into candles that are sold as natural insect repellents. The oil is also used in Brazil as a furniture polish that is thought to protect wooden furniture from termites and other wood-chewing insects. Andiroba oil is a rich source of essential fatty acids including oleic, palmitic, stearic, and linoleic acids." - Leslie Taylor, ND, The Healing Power of Rainforest Herbs: A Guide to Understanding and Using Herbal Medicinals (Get the book.)

"The barrier apparently can be weakened by insect repellents, pesticides or exposures to inhaled or injected anesthetics in laboratory mice studies.132 It is theorized by some that an inordinate number of crows have died from the West Nile Virus because of exposure to chemicals.130132 More crows have died, for example, near oil refineries or contact with MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) than crows in areas that are less polluted.134 Other studies suggest high ozone levels are correlated with increased viral deaths in crows." - Doris J. Rapp, M.D., Our Toxic World: A Wake Up Call (Get the book.) "Apply insect repellents to clothing, not your skin. Skin Preparations to Prevent Mosquito Bites There are a number of herbal repellants to ward off mos-quitos. (Similar to bees, mosquitos tend to prefer some people more than others.) The following might be helpful: • "Do it yourself non-toxic repellents can be created providing you are not sensitive to the aroma of the product used.80 Some essential oils, can be combined into natural mixtures containing some mix of peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass, citronella and catnip. Try to use only natural, therapeutic grade essential oils." - Doris J. Rapp, M.D., Our Toxic World: A Wake Up Call (Get the book.)

"Although people seem to find the fragrance intimate, this and other lemon-scented plants appear to act as natural insect repellents. Culinary Uses Lemon verbena leaves are particularly useful because they will not lose theit lemony flavor or aroma when dried or cooked. The leaves brighten the taste of vegetable marinades, salad dressings, jams, puddings, beverages, or anything else that needs just a touch of lemon. Health Benefits Antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, sedative, tonic." - Dianne Onstad, Whole Foods Companion: A Guide For Adventurous Cooks, Curious Shoppers, and lovers of natural foods (Get the book.)

"Pest-Control Products Virtually every kitchen has a "killing corner," a cupboard or shelf that is filled to the brim with all kinds of fly and roach sprays, insect repellents, flea powders and shampoos, and a battery of other deadly synthetic chemicals." - Dr. Paula Baillie-Hamilton, Toxic Overload: A Doctor's Plan for Combating the Illnesses Caused by Chemicals in Our Foods, Our Homes, and Our Medicine Cabinets (Get the book.)

"At the Store/By Mail Order natural insect repellents by mail. Natural insect repellents + Willow Rain Herbal Goods. Repellent with oils of pennyroyal, anise, citronella, cedarwood, and eucalyptus in an olive oil base. EcoSafe Skeeter Shooo (EcoSafe Products). Repellent for mosquitoes, fleas, and flies. Earth Herbs, EcoSafe Products. Edna's Insect Rejector (Edna's). Contains citronella, pennyroyal, and essential oils. The Ecology Box. Green Ban for People (Green Ban). Essential oils in a calendula-oil base. No harsh chemicals." - Debra Lynn Dadd, Nontoxic, Natural and Earthwise (Get the book.)

"According to the June 14, 1987, issue of Family Practice News, a doctor in San Diego discovered than many common insect repellents have the potential to cause toxic reactions if applied repeatedly and directly on children's skin. One offending chemical, he discovered, is diethyl toluamide (DEET), found in most over-the-counter insect repellents. It can cause a toxic encephalopathy if applied for as little as 3 nights in a row! Another California study links household pesticide use and leukemia in children. The Case against Chlordane Chlordane is a synthetic pesticide used to kill termites." - Linda Mason Hunter, The Healthy Home: An Attic-to-Basement Guide to Toxin-Free Living (Get the book.)

"It is found in carpet backing, paints, glue, insect repellents, hairspray, nail polish, and rocket fuel. (Doesn't it make you feel good to know that the same stuff you paint on your toenails has helped man get to the moon?) • Diethyl phthalate (dep) is a plasticizer in the clear film that is used in carton windows to display food. Dep may be used in blister packaging and may also be found in numerous articles such as toiletries, (especially nail polish), insect repellents, and adhesives, as well as in toothbrushes, car components, and toys." - D. Lindsey Berkson, Hormone Deception (Get the book.)

"Many of the things we put on our skin from antiperspirants, moisturizing lotions, cosmetics, insect repellents, sunscreens, and perfumes are so poisonous that if you put them in your mouth you would die within minutes. I know for many of you this is unrealistic. Remember that I said that if you can't do something 100 percent, do the best you can. If you can't eliminate everything at least reduce the amount of poison you put on your skin. 22. Get an air purifier. The air in your house is most assuredly not pure and clean." - Kevin Trudeau, Natural Cures They Don't Want You to Know About (Get the book.)

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