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Let’s talk food 🌷

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𝚂𝚗𝚊𝚌𝚔𝚜 and 𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚙𝚕𝚎𝚜!

I placed a Thrive order on Saturday and thought it is perfect timing to give a break down of my thrive favorites especially since we’ve all got food on the mind this week.

I am so excited to be able to offer first time shoppers 25% off as well!

We 💚 Thrive Market because it offers:
•Super savings (most prices can’t be beat)
•Lots of our favorites in one spot
•Free shipping directly to our doorstep

𝙐𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧 25% 𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧: http://thrv.me/ujcsNz

▶ 𝙏𝙞𝙥𝙨:
•Shop the certified organic tab for food items
•Grab your staples here and use your local grocery for produce and parishables
•Please keep in mind, there’s still a large portion of their products that are NOT Raising Clean approved – especially in the personal care tab. Be on the lookout there for blacklisted ingredients and never hesitate to ask for help reading those ingredient labels!
•I personally don’t feel comfortable recommending any Acure brand products due to the current investigation on them utilizing child labor.

▶ 𝙋𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙨:
Organic Coconut Milk
Organic Coconut Aminos
Organic Maple Syrup
Organic Coffee
Organic Rolled Oats
Organic Pasta Sauce
Organic Rice
Organic Lentil Pasta
Pea Protein Powder
Grass Fed Collagen Peptides
Calafia Farms Better Half Creamer
Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips
Couscous Mix
Date Sugar
Organic Coconu Nectar
Color Kitchen Food Coloring
Simples Mills Almond Flour Pancake & Waffle Mix
Organic Raw Coconut Butter
Organic Dried Mango
Almond Flour
Organic Sesame Seeds
Organic Pure Lemon Juice
Organic Pumpkin Puree
Organic Spices
Nutritional Yeast Powder
Brown Rice Pasta
Organic Soup
Turkey Gravy
Organic Free Range Chicken Broth
Be Kind Granola Bars
Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Organic Gluten Free Pancake & Baking Mix
Organic Gluten Free Pasta

▶ 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙨:
Organic Toaster Pastries
Simple Mills Cake Mix
Organic Grass Fed Mac & Cheese
Organic Chocolate Syrup
Newman O’s Cookies
Mighty Muffins
Organic Potato Chips
Chocolate Pudding
Cacao Goji Power Snacks
Larabars
Organic Fruit Strips
Organic Rice Bars

▶ Pets:
Dog Cookies

For access to my full toxin free master list with all your personal care products 👉 https://forms.gle/3fJiMRtJfYokBCjQ7

Green your Halloween Treats 🎃

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Continuing our Go Green Halloween Mini Series…

Last week I talked about Red 40 and why you should be adamant about keeping it out of your children’s bodies. But, some parents might be wondering about safe treats for the kids to enjoy on Halloween. If you’re swapping your kid’s harmful treats with healthier ones, but are unsure what to get, here are some ideas. Keep in mind, I’m mainly looking at ones that do not have artificial colors and flavors. They may have “natural flavors” which we also do our best to avoid, but that’s incredibly difficult with treats.

Let’s look at the ingredients inside of the popular lollipops Dum Dums: Sugar, Corn Syrup, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Salt, Artificial Flavor, Color Added (Includes Red 40, Yellow 6, Yellow 5, Blue 1).

Now, let’s compare that to YumEarth Organic Lollipops: Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Natural Flavors, Colored With Concentrate (Carrot, Blackcurrant), Colored With Organic Concentrate (Carrot, Apple, Blackcurrant), Turmeric (Color), Organic Annatto (Color).

I know which one I’d rather Adeline eat…

Know any other healthy treats that kids will love? Please share below, food is the newest aspect of toxin free living for me and I’m not 100% there yet!

If you want more info on living a toxin free life please check out my wellness community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingclean/

The Horrors of Trick or Treating

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Halloween has always been my favorite holiday. I have so many memories of Halloween nights, walking the neighborhood with my parents and sister then with my friends as I got older. Dressing as Mother Goose, an angel, a baby, and so many more. Then, of course the thrill of going through my candy after hours of hard work. My sister and I actually used to sit on the floor, dump out our treasure, and sort it by category 😂 (strange little kids I know). It was always one of my favorite days of the year.

Now that I have a child of my own, inevitably, I’m starting to think about taking her trick or treating. But, as a toxin free family, how do we go about navigating this holiday, keeping it fun for her, and keeping toxins like red 40 out of her little body? Let me tell you a little bit about red 40…

Red 40

What is it?

Red 40 is a certified color that comes from petroleum distillates or coal tars. The FDA mandates that it has to be listed by name on food and product labels. let’s look at the facts about this ingredient:

-Red 40 and other AFCs (Artificial Food Coloring) can cause allergic reactions.

-AFCs can cause hyperactivity in children and immune system tumors in mice.

-Red 40 contains p-Cresidine, which is likely a human carcinogen.

-One study found that Red 40 lowers reproductive success in rats.

-Red 40 reduced parental and offspring weight, decreased brain weight, and lowered chances for survival in newborn rats.

-The colorant showed evidence of physical and behavioral toxicity in developing rats that consumed Red 40 as 10% of their diet.

Products containing Red 40

FDA regulations say that Red 40 must be listed on labels as “FD&C Red No. 40” or “Red 40.” However, manufacturers don’t have to specify how much is in their product. In the EU, warning labels are required on most dyed foods, which has caused a major downturn in their use. Foods that aren’t red or orange could still include Red 40. It is going to be incredibly prevalent in your child’s trick or treating bag.

To learn about our plan for avoiding Red 40 (and other candy that a child really doesn’t need) without removing trick or treating or taking the fun out of Halloween, hop on over to my Wellness Community where I explain what our favorite holiday will look like in our home! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingclean/

We’re all aware… let’s start to prevent

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Happy October friends! 😚

For those of you who don’t know, I am honored to be part of a company that is partnered with Breast Cancer Prevention Partners. We believe that everyone is aware of breast cancer and that our focus should be on prevention.

😘 I’m doing something special this month in my clean living community in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month and have a spotlight item each day. On that day, I am donating a portion of my commission for sales of that specific product to BCPP (percentage vary based on cost of product). I’m excited to do my part in helping prevent breast cancer and look forward to anyone who can helping me do this!

Today’s spotlight product is Bronzer! I will be donating a portion of my commission on all sales of Brilliant Bronzer from now until midnight tonight to Breast Cancer Prevention Partners.

Customize Your Glow.

Soft, lightweight and versatile, the name Brilliant Bronzer is an understatement.

“Versatile, Healthy Glow”

“This is the perfect shade for everyone! A little goes a long way, my powder has lasted forever. I even use it as eyeshadow!” – Jessica M.

Safe Pigment

This mineral powder loose bronzer allows for buildable pigment without the use of Loose Powder Titanium Dioxide.

To support BCPP and learn more about safe, toxin free products, join the discussion over in https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingclean/

Is It Your Moment?

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We are wrapping up an amazing MyMoment promotion today at midnight and I’ve been pouring my heart out over in my clean living community on Facebook this past week. One thing I did was answer some questions that I get frequently about my job and I’d like to share one with all of you…

“How has being a green beauty advocate impacted your life?”
I could go on and on about all the ways that this business has blessed my life.
I am so thankful to work alongside all the inspiring women I do everyday. I am so inspired by the flexibility that I have to work in my sweats, when I want, and knowing that what I put into my business is what I will get out of it. I am so jazzed that there is no ceiling on what I can earn as an advocate with this phenomenal company. Most corporate jobs you can only work up so high. But no matter when you enroll to be a green beauty advocate, you have the ability to work your way to the top.

I had been with another company for four years when I decided to close that door and open the door to this toxin free life. I received a higher paycheck in October of 2018 (FOUR months after starting this journey) than I had in my FOUR years with my previous company..

It’s all because of the difference in the compensation plans and how unbelievably different ours is from any other company I’ve seen. It’s truly inspiring and genuinely life changing.

To learn more about how a busy mom like me works a business online sharing clean beauty tips and products and also grab my safe swap recommendations -> https://forms.gle/j39yLgwiVcHaLYKR9

I’d also love to see all of your beautiful faces in my clean living community to chat about living healthy, happy life! Check it out 🍂 https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingclean/

Family Fun Month

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Did you know that August is National Family Fun Month? I just learned this myself!

In our family, fun revolves around traveling, fitness, and being outside. Right now the way we incorporate all three of these things can’t fully include Adeline because she’s too young, but we’re hoping when she’s old enough she’ll want to get involved as well. We spent this last weekend doing something we love, racing a Spartan Race.

Christopher and I have gotten really into Obstacle Course races this past summer. We love that they allow us to do all of our favorite things: travel, stay fit, and be outside! They also fall perfectly into our lifestyle and our goal to raise Addie in a toxin free, healthy environment as she’s being exposed to these events, watching us train for these events, and we keep with our toxin free lifestyle during them as well.

I see so many people at these races slathering on the toxic sunscreen, and I so badly wish I could educate them on the dangers they’re causing their bodies while they are trying to prevent their bodies from harm from the sun! Spray sunscreens are the absolute worst because of everything you’re inhaling in conjunction with what you’re putting on your skin. But, even most lotion sunscreens are harmful, even the ones claiming to be clean. I make sure to apply my toxin free facial SPF in the morning (which I do every morning anyway) and bring my toxin free body SPF!

Here’s some info to help you choose safe sunscreens for yourself and your family…

You’ll want to avoid ingredients Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Octocrylene, Homosalate, and ALL spray-on SPF (to avoid inhalation of chemicals and/or minerals), and common chemical preservatives like: parabens, and phenoxyethanol.

You’ll want to look for non-nano Zinc and Titanium Dioxide mineral SPF with no sketchy preservatives.

To learn more about the harmful sunscreens to avoid and also grab my safe swap recommendations, go here 👉 https://forms.gle/j39yLgwiVcHaLYKR9

Nanoparticles

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🌷 Today over in my Clean Living Community, https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingclean/, it was Thirsty for Knowledge Thursday 🌷

I work alongside some of the most knowledgeable women I have EVER known and they are kind enough to share their wisdom! ❤️I love that we are all teaching each other! I also love that my company has a blacklist of ingredients we will NEVER use to ensure our products are 100% toxin free and safe. I recently learned about nanos from one of these brilliant women.

This is HUGE! Well, actually it’s very small. Like, nanoparticle small–but the impact is huge. The size of a nanoparticle can be difficult to grasp, so to make an analogy: if a nanoparticle were the size of an orange, an orange would be as big as the earth!! Before I was introduced to this toxin free lifestyle, I was unaware of nanotechnology and its application in cosmetics. After learning from others, I found some scary stuff!! Nanotechnology allows for cosmetics to be constructed nanoparticle by nanoparticle in a very controlled way preventing makeup from running and allowing lipstick to stay on the lips for days. Sounds cool, right?! Wrong. Unfortunately, nanotechnology has essentially taken over the manufacturing of cosmetics in many companies in the industry, but thankfully many studies on the potential risks caused to both human life and the environment have been underway. One of the many scary things about nanoparticles is that the materials are small enough to penetrate the skin or get inside the body through inhalation. Just to list a few common nanoparticles they are: titanium dioxide, zinc, silver, and fullerene. When these nanoparticles are absorbed into the bloodstream and carried around the body it can cause DNA and cell function damage, brain damage, liver damage, and affects on the immune system. On top of all of that, titanium dioxide specifically has shown MAJOR potential repercussions in offspring.

I am SO thankful to have found a beauty and skincare company that will NEVER put these in their products! Ladies, we don’t have to jeopardize our health for our beauty or our beauty for our health!

    Salt Lamps

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    Every Wednesday in my clean living community on Facebook I do a “What’s in my house Wednesday” post. I love sharing the things we use or own that align with our toxin free journey. Today I talked about my salt lamp.

    We keep our salt lamp in our bedroom by Adeline’s crib. These are great additions to a home for so many reasons! 

    🙃 They balance electromagnetic radiation 
    🙌🏻 They enhance overall breathing 
    ❤️ They cleanse, deodorize, and purify air 
    😊 They calm allergies and reduce asthma 
    😍They alleviate cough and other symptoms of the common cold 
    ☺️ They boost blood flow 
    😄 They raise energy levels 
    🙌🏻 They sharpen concentration and performance 
    🙃 They enhance mood 
    💋 They reduce stress and promote relaxation 
    😴 They improve sleep 

    Do you have a salt lamp?
    Where do you keep yours?

    Self Care 🌷

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    Taking care of yourself, not just your body but your mind and your spirit, is so important. I know many people who work out every day so they think they are healthy. Or the people who eat fruits and veggies all day, so they’re healthy. Being truly well means staying active and eating right, yes, but what about your emotional well being?

    This past week has been a whirlwind of craziness for me. My Fiancé and I closed on our first home on Monday and moved that very same day. We lived amongst boxes for the remainder of the week. We both had doctor’s appointments, he had interviews, we had plans with family, and a baby to care for. It seemed all our time at home was spent either unpacking or tending to Adeline. We both started to get a bit grumpier and a little more on edge. Our emotional health was put on the back burner and it showed. I was ignoring my work, he was ignoring his art. I didn’t go for runs or to Zumba or even roll out my yoga mat, he never touched his bike, running shoes, or workout equipment.

    It was a rough week, but we got through it, and now we get to start a fresh week in our new home. I rolled out my yoga mat this morning and did a 20 minute morning flow and we went for a run with Addie this afternoon. We’ve been able to get back to cooking the food that our body needs and wants instead of surviving on a little bit of garbage in between unpacking boxes.

    Living a healthy life doesn’t just mean ditching the toxins or taking walks; never forget about your emotional health. 👌

    👇 What are you doing today to lift your emotional state?

    -Raising Clean ✌️

    Hi! I’m Jessie Rae…

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    Hello everyone! 🤗 I am SO excited that you’re here and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share more about the green beauty movement and what I’m learning with you!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

    My name is Jessica DeRico and I am a new mom of a little girl who is six months old. I have been aware of toxins and moving towards being toxin free for a while with things like hair products, bug spray, and sunblock. But the majority of the products in my life were toxic and I never really took the time to learn about the dangers hiding in these items. I honestly think I was living in blissful ignorance. My journey to live a more toxin free life really took off while we were pregnant for our little girl, Adeline Rae. I started to scrutinize everything going in, on, and around my body. I found some terrifying things in my makeup and other products and started looking into cleaner ones. Since then, we’ve been taking baby steps everyday to raise her toxin free, which is where we came up with the name, Raising Clean.

    I invite you to join me as I embark to share my new passion about green beauty, fitness, clean eating, safe products for our families, and all things clean living! If there’s anything in particular you’re interested in learning more about, drop me a comment.

    Thanks friends!