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Episode 127 - Natural Dishwashing Solutions
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Ditch the Store, Clean the Sink
Store-bought dish soaps and dishwasher tabs might leave your dishes shiny, but what else are they leaving behind?
In this episode of our Natural Cleaning Series, we're diving into what’s really in conventional dishwashing products — from synthetic fragrances and surfactants to phosphates and formaldehyde-releasing compounds. We’ll also chat about how these chemicals don’t just vanish down the drain — they end up in your soil, your waterways, and potentially… on your cutlery.
🧪 What you’ll learn:
Why natural dishwashing matters for your skin, gut, and garden
The environmental impact of phosphates, rinse aids, and non-biodegradable suds
How to make your own liquid dish soap and dishwasher tabs — for less than 10c a wash
What studies say about chemical residue on your dishes — and what it might be doing to your gut lining
Why citric acid is safe to use but still needs supervision with kids
Whether you wash by hand or load the machine, these two DIY recipes will clean up your kitchen and your conscience.
🍋 Ready to ditch the bottle? Tune in now, and grab your printable recipe + label set at www.mojohomestead.net
📸 Tag your creations @MojoHomestead