Thieves Household Cleaner is the Only Cleaner you Need

How many of us have seemingly never-ending supplies of cleaning products in our homes? What if I told you you can literally swap out that surplus for one bottle?  Yes, one bottle! Since we started our essential oil journey, we have been slowly swapping out some of the not-so-healthy cleaning products for cleaning products that contain no chemical toxins. In doing so, we have found several new favorite products that we cannot live without. One of our new favorites is the Thieves Household Cleaner from Young Living. Being able to replace many household cleaners that we use for each job to just one bottle to get the job done is such a relief.  It not only helps create a healthier home for my family but it also helps us get rid of some clutter.

In a recent study I came across**, they were comparing long-term effects of exposure to the chemical toxins in common household cleaners and lung capacity. The study consisted of 6000 men and women and oversaw them for 20 years.  The results were rather shocking.

1. • Forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV₁), or the amount of air a person can forcibly exhale in one second, declined 3.6 milliliters (ml)/year faster in women who cleaned at home and 3.9 ml/year faster in women who worked as cleaners.

1. • Forced vital capacity (FVC), or the total amount of air a person can forcibly exhale, declined 4.3 ml/year faster in women who cleaned at home and 7.1 ml/year faster in women who worked as cleaners.

Based off their findings you can see that both the FEV₁ and FVC levels declined after use of the cleaners containing chemical toxins. Furthermore, they went on to include that using the cleaners as little as once per week can accelerate the decrease in lung capacity. Their overall conclusion was that the overall decline in lung capacity was compared to that of someone who smokes somewhat less than 20 pack-years. A heavy smoker with greater than 20 pack-years, had an average FEV₁ of 6.1 ml/year and a FVC of 8.9 ml/year compared to the decline due to the use of cleaners of 4.3 and 7.1 ml/year respectively.

So what does all this mean?  One would need to smoke either 20 cigarettes a day for 20 years or 10 cigarettes a day for 40 years to achieve the same amount of lung capacity decline as using chemical household cleaners!

I already swapped out our huge stash of cleaners for Thieves Household Cleaner before ever running across this study. The ease of cleaning and lack of chemical toxins was a great plus for me and my family. My husband has always been more on the sensitive side of smells, so that was something I am always mindful of.  Using Young Living essential oils and their essential oil-infused products have not affected his sinuses negatively like many other scented products.  After finding this study, it gives me even more reassurance that eliminating chemical toxins from our home was definitely the right choice!

Thieves Household Cleaner Recipes

1. • All-Purpose Cleaner: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner and 2–3 cups water. Use as you would any other all-purpose cleaner.

1. • Wood Polish Cleaner: Combine 1/2 capful Thieves Household Cleaner, 5 drops of Citrus Fresh Essential Oil, and 1/2 cup olive oil in a bowl. Apply to wood furniture and cabinets with damp cloth.

1. • Degreaser: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner and 2 cups water. For heavy cleaning, use half or quarter the amount of water. If necessary, use a cloth to apply Thieves Household Cleaner undiluted. After cleaning, wipe the area with a cloth dampened with water.

1. • Glass and Mirror Cleaner: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner, 5 drops Citrus Fresh Essential Oil, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, and 3 cups water.

1. • Stain Remover: Combine 1 capful of Thieves Household Cleaner with enough water to fill a 10 ml roll-on bottle and treat stains.

1. • Tub & Shower: Combine Thieves Household Cleaner and baking soda to make a thick paste. Scrub the surface with a clean cloth or sponge. Let sit for 5 minutes and then rinse.

1. • Toilet Cleaner: Combine 1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner and 1 cup of water in a spray bottle. Generously spray toilet bowl with cleaner and let sit for 15 minutes. Scrub with toilet brush and flush to rinse. Finish off by spraying and wiping down the toilet seat.

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Formulated with the power of Young Living’s Thieves oil blend, you can get a deep clean without dangerous or synthetic ingredients. Thieves cleaner also includes the scent of Lemon essential oil for an even more uplifting aroma.

By replacing harsh chemicals with this powerful, safe cleaner, you not only make your home a safer environment for your family but your cleaning routine might just become something you enjoy!

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Suggested dilution ratios are included on the label. Before cleaning upholstery, fabric or carpet, perform a spot test with the Thieves Household Cleaner in an inconspicuous area. Shake bottle before using for maximum benefit. Check out Toxin-Free Family for additional ideas of ways you can eliminate the chemical toxins in your home!

Order your Thieves Household Cleaner in this convenient Premium Starter Kit with Thieves!

If you are not already a Young Living Member, getting a Premium Starter Kit with Thieves can be a huge step for you and your family to start removing chemical toxins from your home. Not only can you replace all those household cleaners in your home but you can also begin to swap out some of your personal care products in the Thieves line.

Your Premium Starter Kit with Thieves includes:

• • Thieves 15-ml
• • Thieves AromaBright Toothpaste
• • Thieves Fresh Essence Plus Mouthwash
• • 2 – Thieves Household Cleaners
• • 2 – Thieves Foaming Hand Soaps
• • 2 – Thieves Sprays
• • 2 – Thieves Waterless Hand Purifiers
• • Stress Away 5-ml
• • AromaGlide Roller Fitment
• • Thieves Household Cleaner 1-oz. sample
• • 10 – Love It? Share It! Sample Business Cards
• • 10 – Love It? Share It! Sample Oil Bottles
• • 2 – NingXia Red® 2-oz. samples
• • Product Guide and Product Price List
• • Essential Oil Magazine
• • Essential Edge
• • Member Resources

Click on “Become a Young Living Member” to become a Young Living Member and select Other Premium Kits to find the Premium Starter Kit with Thieves.

** Study Source: Women Who Clean at Home or Work Face Increased Lung Function Decline. American Thoracic Society (ATS). Feb. 16, 2018. http://www.thoracic.org/about/newsroom/press-releases/journal/women-who-clean-at-home-or-at-work-face-increased-lung-function-decline.php.

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