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Laundry Detergent Liquid Market in Poland | Report – IndexBox
Poland Laundry Detergent Liquid Market 2026 Analysis and Foreca…
#Poland #Polska #PL #Europe #Europa #EU #Concentrationtechnology #consumergoodsmarketreport #Encapsulationtechnology(pods) #forecast #front-load #Handwashing(minoruse) #HE) #laundrydetergentliquid #Machinewashing(top-load #marketanalysis #Pre-treatmentofstains #Scentencapsulation&long-lastingfragrance #Surfactant&enzymeformulation
https://www.europesays.com/poland/6314/ -
Is antibacterial or regular hand soap best for killing germs?
Cleaning up our disinfectants: usage of antimicrobial biocides in direct-to-consumer products in Australia Open Access
"In supermarkets and chemists worldwide, consumers are faced with an array of antimicrobial domestic cleaning and personal hygiene products purporting to kill germs and keep people safe. Many of these proven active ingredients (biocides) encourage the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in microbes and microbial populations, in turn increasing the likelihood of AMR infections. In order to understand and address the selective pressure towards AMR posed by the unrestricted use of biocides, it is necessary to understand which biocides are most frequently found in consumer products and the current regulatory framework that governs their use. In this research we survey the biocidal active ingredients in the major categories of cleaning and personal care products available from supermarkets and pharmacies in Australia, and comment on the regulations that dictate how these products are tested and marketed. Benzalkonium chloride and ethanol were the two most prevalent antimicrobial biocides in this study, while triclosan, which is banned in several jurisdictions, was found in a small number of products. In Australia, many antimicrobial consumer products are regulated for efficacy and safety under the Therapeutic Goods Act, but the potential to drive microbial adaptation and AMR is not considered. Overall this survey underscores the broad use and light regulation of antimicrobial biocides in products available to the general public in Australia, and provides an information resource to inform further research and stewardship efforts." >>
https://www.microbiologyresearch.org/content/journal/acmi/10.1099/acmi.0.000714.v3#pathogens #handwashing #culture #HygieneProducts #biocide #disinfectant #antiseptic #AntimicrobialResistance #AntibioticResistance #fragrance #allergy #FragranceFree #perfume
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Is antibacterial or regular hand soap best for killing germs?
Washing hands after using the toilet or patting a dog before a meal is crucial to remove feces-borne bacteria and germs. After COVID the message got through to most people. When one is in town looking for a public amenity or a cafe toilet, it is rare to find hot water, hand soap and a clean (paper) towel. But there is always a toilet spray in 1001 fragrance varieties.
In the absence of the ingredients for basic hand hygiene there is always a free plastic bottle of hand sanitizer since the last pandemic. Staff at grocers, bakers and cafes copiously cover their hands in the "antibacterial" and "antiseptic" products. Every product or packaging absorbs the persistent fragrance of the bought items and travels back into the home. The cost-effective chemical 'solution' does not substitute for hot water, soap and a towel.
"Professor Griffin says products claiming to kill bacteria are "not necessarily substantiated as being any better than just usual soap and water would be...These additives can be harsh and lead to dryness and cracked skin, which can create a pathway for germs to enter the body."
'Regular hand soap is very effective in removing potentially harmful pathogens (bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites), according to our experts. So, using that water, soap and that pneumatic action to get all of the dirt and grime from your hands and then rinsing is going to be more than adequate to keep you healthy."
"Our experts say there have also been studies suggesting that the use of soaps with antimicrobial additives can contribute to antibiotic resistance, which is problematic." >>
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-18/antibacterial-versus-normal-hand-soap-preventing-illness/106462854#pathogens #handwashing #culture #HygieneProducts #biocide #disinfectant #antiseptic #AntimicrobialResistance #AntibioticResistance #fragrance #allergy #FragranceFree #perfume
Image: Fumbling dogs before lunch, Bellingen
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A scientist tested the air from a hand dryer and the results are wild. But there's a catch.
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/scientist-tests-hand-dryers
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One teacher's simple, disgusting experiment drives home the importance of hand washing
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Having a baby means changing lots of diapers, which means washing your hands a lot, destroying the skin on your hands.
Do you have tips for maintaining your hands in the face of frequent hand washing, especially in winter cold?
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Feel free to remind your health care professionals to wash their hands…
Source: https://www.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/pifs/the-importance-of-wearing-a-surgical-mask-while-in-hospital/
#CovidIsNotOver #CovidIsAirborne #KeepMasksInHealthCare #maskup #WearAMask #VaccinesPlus #covid19 #covid #SARSCov2 #DavosSafe #BringBackMasks #CovidConscious #CleanAir #CovidCautious #handwashing #InfectionPrevention #infectioncontrol #infectioncontrolmeasures
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#KnowledgeBit: Today is #Global #Handwashing Day! Medicine laureate Jules Bordet's discoveries related to immunity helped identify the bacterium that causes whooping cough.
This can be prevented with vaccines, and its spread slowed by washing hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds.
https://knowledgezone.co.in/posts/Jules-Bordet-and-Global-Handwashing-Day-652bb17d66356aa1aea95094
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Today is #Handwashing Day. So please wash your hands, at least today, you little dirty rascals. ;)
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Heute ist der Tag des #Händewaschens. Also wascht bitte wenigstens heute mal eure Hände, ihr kleinen Schmutzfinken. ;) -
#OnThisDay #Fortran, the first modern computer language, was shared with the coding community for the first time (1956).
#Cassini, probe to study the planet #Saturn, mission was launched (1997)
Today is International Day of #Rural #Women and Global #Handwashing Day.
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Neun versteckte Gesundheitsfunktionen der Apple Watch, die ihr nutzen solltet
Die Apple Watch bietet viele Gesundheitsfunktionen, die oft unbemerkt bleiben. In diesem Artikel erfahrt ihr, wie ihr mit versteckten Features euer Wohlbefinden gezielt verbess
https://www.apfeltalk.de/magazin/news/neun-versteckte-gesundheitsfunktionen-der-apple-watch-die-ihr-nutzen-solltet/
#News #Watch #AppleWatch #Gesundheit #Handwashing #Herzfrequenz #MentalHealth #Noise #Schlaf #Schlafapnoe #Vitals #Zyklus -
✨ Ever wondered why soap makes bubbles? From micelles that trap oils to the rainbow sheen of thin films, every frothy lather is chemistry in action.
🚿 Explore the hidden science of soap bubbles → https://TPC8.short.gy/vVztyhWb
#ScienceCommunication #EverydayChemistry #SoapBubbles #STEM #Handwashing #CleanScience #SoapScience #TPC8
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🧼 A lack of soap is the most commonly reported barrier to effective hand hygiene, say international researchers in three research papers. They found that, while a lack of hand hygiene causes around 740,000 deaths annually, governments across the globe are slow to act on the issue
✨Follow the link in our bio for more information on this story✨
https://www.scimex.org/newsfeed/governments-dont-know-hand-hygiene-from-a-bar-of-soap#science #research #stem #facts #knowledge #sciencefacts #learning #handwashing
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Trump administration has shut down CDC's infection control committee
"The Trump administration has terminated a federal advisory committee that issued guidance about preventing the spread of infections in health care facilities."
#health #publichealth #trump #uspol #fuckingrepublicans #conservatives #republicans #handwashing #infectiousdiseases #infectioncontrol
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I'd wondered about this before.
Bathroom Hand Dryers: Are They Sanitary?
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/the-dirty-truth-about-hand-dryers
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This is the idiot that the fascist regime thinks should be in charge of the Pentagon, our military, and its $900 Billion budget.
#Hegseth #FascistEnablers #uspol #uspolitics #Confirmation #resistance #FascistTakover #Germs #ScienceDenial #Hygiene #Sanitation #HandWashing
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My elementary school had one of these handwashing stations. The water trickled out irregularly and did a halfassed job of rinsing off the grated soap from my hands.
I also remember that there was a vending machine that sold bruised red delicious apples for a dime. You'd put the money in, and the Apple would fall to the bottom, getting bruised even more. #memories #HandWashing #VendingMachines
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#KnowledgeBit: Today is #Global #Handwashing Day! Medicine laureate Jules Bordet's discoveries related to immunity helped identify the bacterium that causes whooping cough.
This can be prevented with vaccines, and its spread slowed by washing hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds.
This year’s theme, “Why are clean hands still important?” calls for coordinated action toward universal hand hygiene.
https://knowledgezone.co.in/posts/Jules-Bordet-and-Global-Handwashing-Day-652bb17d66356aa1aea95094
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Heute ist #Händewaschtag. Hoffentlich wascht ihr euch aber auch sonst die Hände. 😜
#KätToon #Handwashday #Händewaschen #Handwashing #literally #hand #wortwörtlich
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Heute ist #Händewaschtag. Hoffentlich wascht ihr euch aber auch sonst die Hände. 😜
#KätToon #Handwashday #Händewaschen #Handwashing #literally #hand #wortwörtlich
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Heute ist #Händewaschtag. Hoffentlich wascht ihr euch aber auch sonst die Hände. 😜
#KätToon #Handwashday #Händewaschen #Handwashing #literally #hand #wortwörtlich
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Heute ist #Händewaschtag. Hoffentlich wascht ihr euch aber auch sonst die Hände. 😜
#KätToon #Handwashday #Händewaschen #Handwashing #literally #hand #wortwörtlich
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Heute ist #Händewaschtag. Hoffentlich wascht ihr euch aber auch sonst die Hände. 😜
#KätToon #Handwashday #Händewaschen #Handwashing #literally #hand #wortwörtlich
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#OnThisDay #Fortran, the first modern computer language, was shared with the coding community for the first time (1956).
#Cassini, probe to study the planet #Saturn, mission was launched (1997)
Today is International Day of #Rural #Women and Global #Handwashing Day.
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@MsMerope Ooh, I like it! The tippy tap part is particularly useful when you are using this for hand sanitation issues (versus my "scrub dirt off the hands") #handwashing #disasters
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This style works better #handwashing https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8DhGVuZbn4E
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High efficiency hand washing station prototype in my backyard (which I use after gardening). One with a foot actuator is probably better from the standpoint of less hand contact. Also waters the tree. Had been playing with these learning about disaster recovery things. Curious what people are doing in North Carolina. #disasterpreparedness #handwashing
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#UnsafeWater, unsafe #sanitation and lack of access to #handwashing facilities led to intestinal and diarrhoeal diseases, resulting in the loss of 1⃣.2⃣2⃣ to 1⃣.4⃣0⃣ million lives in 2019/2021 (#GBDstudy, @WHO).
#GlobalHealth #GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda #UN #WaterForAll #universal #access to #safeWater #SDG6 #WASH
https://www.healthdata.org/research-analysis/diseases-injuries-risks/factsheets/2021-unsafe-water-sanitation-and-handwashing
https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/370026/9789240075610-eng.pdf -
#Preventive, #safety & #control #measures against Avian #Influenza A(#H5N1) in occupationally exposed #groups: A scoping review, One Health: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352771424000922?via%3Dihub
3 occupational exposed groups: #health, #landfill worker, bird-live #market #seller. #Biosecurity (#PPE, #handwashing) is a crucial prevention measure for exposed workers. Workers are more receptive to information from media (TV, radio) and expert opinion.
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> Ignaz Semmelweis was another pioneer of disease transmission who was also initially ignored as having proposed things too radical for the establishment of the time to accept. Working in Vienna in 1847, he showed that handwashing greatly reduced deaths by childbed fever in a maternity clinic
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ina.13070#ina13070-bib-0003
#IgnazSemmelweis #Semmelweis #HandWashing #ChildBedFever -
An icon as signage for:
• Dripping cigarette?
• Use fingers to catch ashes?As always, icons perform better with text. Or context. If the container of liquid soap that's hidden behind the mirror were visible to the public, they would be more likely to understand that this icon means "soap dispenser".
#icon #IconDesign #signage #soap #handwashing #PublicToilet #dispensor
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#Norovirus can't be killed with #handsanitizer only #handwashing
Stomach #virus spreading across Northeast: #CDC
https://www.mytwintiers.com/health/stomach-virus-spreading-across-northeast-cdc/amp/ -
These are some of the things I remember about my grandparents...
20 Time-Honored Practices Our Grandparents Followed That We Should Bring Back
Story by Jane Andrews, January 15, 2024
Sewing
A practical skill to have is sewing. Instead of throwing out a favorite dress because a button came off, it can just be sewn back on instead. Many families even made their clothes from scratch and Melissa K Norris supports this by writing “A store bought outfit was a big deal to our grandparents.”
Cooking and Baking
Our grandparents usually had no choice but to create meals from scratch. They rarely ate out and microwave meals weren’t a thing back then. Recipes were handed down through generations. Cooking from scratch gives us a sense of gratitude for food and helps us to appreciate hard work.
Being Self Sufficient
It was normal to grow your own produce back in the day, whether that’s veg in the greenhouse or even your own meat. It meant our grandparents also learnt food preservation techniques such as canning and would also save their own garden heirloom seeds each year.
Being Resourceful
Our grandparents would have used what they had instead of purchasing unnecessary consumer goods. Tasks and chores also became activities to enjoy. This is backed up by One Good Thing who says our grandparents even made their own cleaning products and usually out of ordinary kitchen ingredients such as lemons.
Spending Time Outdoors
Outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking or farming were more popular back in our grandparent’s age. They would camp more than people do now and they also knew that the outdoors was more beneficial for a person’s mental health. They appreciated the fresh air that came with nature.
Repairing Instead of Replacing
Babyology writes that grandparents knew “How to sew, how to cook, how to paint a wall, how to fix a broken toy.” They would always try to repair something before having to throw it away and replace it. Learning to repair things not only increased an item’s life expectancy but also helped a person become creative.
Living a Plastic-Free Life
There was less plastic in the world back in our grandparent’s era. Instead of putting groceries in a plastic bag every time they went to the supermarket, they would have a reusable bag. Sustain The Mag supports this by stating products were packaged in “paper bags, newspapers and leftover fabric trimmings.”
Walking More
There were fewer cars in our grandparent’s day. Instead, they opted to walk to most places or if they had to travel far then they would take public transport. It was rare to have their own personal vehicles to rely on. Walking more was beneficial not only for their health but also for the environment.
A Sense of Community
Our grandparents had stronger relationships with those who lived in their town. During this time, towns were usually smaller and there were fewer multi-storey apartment blocks. It was common for our grandparents to be friends with their neighbors. They also participated more in community events such as block parties.
Making Their Own Goods
Off The Grid News writes “Our grandparents’ generation prided itself on self-sufficiency. Many of them made laundry soap, cut firewood, butchered hogs, knitted mittens…” Sometimes they even created their own furniture. Not only did this keep costs down, but it also made them more creative and meant they had more unique belongings.
Hand Washing Clothes
Washing machines are quite a modern appliance, so these were rarely around when our grandparents were younger. They were able to efficiently wash clothes, towels and even bed linens with just their hands. Our grandparents understood the traditional methods of laundry and how best to wash something.
Writing Thank You Letters
They would always express their gratitude through handwritten notes. Grandparents value the personal touch in communication and want to keep up the tradition of acknowledging gifts or gestures. Even nowadays, when people prefer to send a text, just a simple handwritten note to a grandparent would be sure to make their day.
Conserving Energy at Home
Our grandparents were always aware of how much energy they were using in their homes. They would use natural light when they could and tried natural ways of ventilation such as cracking open a window. Energy-saving practices were always incorporated into the home such as air drying clothes and turning the thermostat down.
Home Gardens
As growing their own produce was a huge part of our grandparent’s era, they would usually have their own gardens to grow everything they needed. This could have been a spot in the corner or a huge greenhouse. They would also share this produce with their community so that if a neighbor was growing something they wanted, they could swap veg.
Bartering and Trading
It was normal for our grandparents to use goods to trade for what was needed. They would practice bartering so they could always try and get the best for their money. It emphasized the value of goods and services over monetary transactions.
https://shebudgets.com/gal/practices-our-grandparents-followed-that-we-should-bring-back/
#SolarPunkSunday #Degrowth #Repair #Reuse #SelfSufficiency #Community #LessPlastics #MoreWalking #WalkableCities #DIY #SolarPunk #Degrowth #Anticonsumerism
#Clothes #Handwashing #Mending #Sewing #Cooking #Baking #Leftovers #FoodStorage #Barter #Trading #TimeDollars #HomeGardens #Kindness #AirDryingClothes #Clotheslines #NaturalLight #Outdoors #Nature -
These are some of the things I remember about my grandparents...
20 Time-Honored Practices Our Grandparents Followed That We Should Bring Back
Story by Jane Andrews, January 15, 2024
Sewing
A practical skill to have is sewing. Instead of throwing out a favorite dress because a button came off, it can just be sewn back on instead. Many families even made their clothes from scratch and Melissa K Norris supports this by writing “A store bought outfit was a big deal to our grandparents.”
Cooking and Baking
Our grandparents usually had no choice but to create meals from scratch. They rarely ate out and microwave meals weren’t a thing back then. Recipes were handed down through generations. Cooking from scratch gives us a sense of gratitude for food and helps us to appreciate hard work.
Being Self Sufficient
It was normal to grow your own produce back in the day, whether that’s veg in the greenhouse or even your own meat. It meant our grandparents also learnt food preservation techniques such as canning and would also save their own garden heirloom seeds each year.
Being Resourceful
Our grandparents would have used what they had instead of purchasing unnecessary consumer goods. Tasks and chores also became activities to enjoy. This is backed up by One Good Thing who says our grandparents even made their own cleaning products and usually out of ordinary kitchen ingredients such as lemons.
Spending Time Outdoors
Outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking or farming were more popular back in our grandparent’s age. They would camp more than people do now and they also knew that the outdoors was more beneficial for a person’s mental health. They appreciated the fresh air that came with nature.
Repairing Instead of Replacing
Babyology writes that grandparents knew “How to sew, how to cook, how to paint a wall, how to fix a broken toy.” They would always try to repair something before having to throw it away and replace it. Learning to repair things not only increased an item’s life expectancy but also helped a person become creative.
Living a Plastic-Free Life
There was less plastic in the world back in our grandparent’s era. Instead of putting groceries in a plastic bag every time they went to the supermarket, they would have a reusable bag. Sustain The Mag supports this by stating products were packaged in “paper bags, newspapers and leftover fabric trimmings.”
Walking More
There were fewer cars in our grandparent’s day. Instead, they opted to walk to most places or if they had to travel far then they would take public transport. It was rare to have their own personal vehicles to rely on. Walking more was beneficial not only for their health but also for the environment.
A Sense of Community
Our grandparents had stronger relationships with those who lived in their town. During this time, towns were usually smaller and there were fewer multi-storey apartment blocks. It was common for our grandparents to be friends with their neighbors. They also participated more in community events such as block parties.
Making Their Own Goods
Off The Grid News writes “Our grandparents’ generation prided itself on self-sufficiency. Many of them made laundry soap, cut firewood, butchered hogs, knitted mittens…” Sometimes they even created their own furniture. Not only did this keep costs down, but it also made them more creative and meant they had more unique belongings.
Hand Washing Clothes
Washing machines are quite a modern appliance, so these were rarely around when our grandparents were younger. They were able to efficiently wash clothes, towels and even bed linens with just their hands. Our grandparents understood the traditional methods of laundry and how best to wash something.
Writing Thank You Letters
They would always express their gratitude through handwritten notes. Grandparents value the personal touch in communication and want to keep up the tradition of acknowledging gifts or gestures. Even nowadays, when people prefer to send a text, just a simple handwritten note to a grandparent would be sure to make their day.
Conserving Energy at Home
Our grandparents were always aware of how much energy they were using in their homes. They would use natural light when they could and tried natural ways of ventilation such as cracking open a window. Energy-saving practices were always incorporated into the home such as air drying clothes and turning the thermostat down.
Home Gardens
As growing their own produce was a huge part of our grandparent’s era, they would usually have their own gardens to grow everything they needed. This could have been a spot in the corner or a huge greenhouse. They would also share this produce with their community so that if a neighbor was growing something they wanted, they could swap veg.
Bartering and Trading
It was normal for our grandparents to use goods to trade for what was needed. They would practice bartering so they could always try and get the best for their money. It emphasized the value of goods and services over monetary transactions.
https://shebudgets.com/gal/practices-our-grandparents-followed-that-we-should-bring-back/
#SolarPunkSunday #Degrowth #Repair #Reuse #SelfSufficiency #Community #LessPlastics #MoreWalking #WalkableCities #DIY #SolarPunk #Degrowth #Anticonsumerism
#Clothes #Handwashing #Mending #Sewing #Cooking #Baking #Leftovers #FoodStorage #Barter #Trading #TimeDollars #HomeGardens #Kindness #AirDryingClothes #Clotheslines #NaturalLight #Outdoors #Nature -
These are some of the things I remember about my grandparents...
20 Time-Honored Practices Our Grandparents Followed That We Should Bring Back
Story by Jane Andrews, January 15, 2024
Sewing
A practical skill to have is sewing. Instead of throwing out a favorite dress because a button came off, it can just be sewn back on instead. Many families even made their clothes from scratch and Melissa K Norris supports this by writing “A store bought outfit was a big deal to our grandparents.”
Cooking and Baking
Our grandparents usually had no choice but to create meals from scratch. They rarely ate out and microwave meals weren’t a thing back then. Recipes were handed down through generations. Cooking from scratch gives us a sense of gratitude for food and helps us to appreciate hard work.
Being Self Sufficient
It was normal to grow your own produce back in the day, whether that’s veg in the greenhouse or even your own meat. It meant our grandparents also learnt food preservation techniques such as canning and would also save their own garden heirloom seeds each year.
Being Resourceful
Our grandparents would have used what they had instead of purchasing unnecessary consumer goods. Tasks and chores also became activities to enjoy. This is backed up by One Good Thing who says our grandparents even made their own cleaning products and usually out of ordinary kitchen ingredients such as lemons.
Spending Time Outdoors
Outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking or farming were more popular back in our grandparent’s age. They would camp more than people do now and they also knew that the outdoors was more beneficial for a person’s mental health. They appreciated the fresh air that came with nature.
Repairing Instead of Replacing
Babyology writes that grandparents knew “How to sew, how to cook, how to paint a wall, how to fix a broken toy.” They would always try to repair something before having to throw it away and replace it. Learning to repair things not only increased an item’s life expectancy but also helped a person become creative.
Living a Plastic-Free Life
There was less plastic in the world back in our grandparent’s era. Instead of putting groceries in a plastic bag every time they went to the supermarket, they would have a reusable bag. Sustain The Mag supports this by stating products were packaged in “paper bags, newspapers and leftover fabric trimmings.”
Walking More
There were fewer cars in our grandparent’s day. Instead, they opted to walk to most places or if they had to travel far then they would take public transport. It was rare to have their own personal vehicles to rely on. Walking more was beneficial not only for their health but also for the environment.
A Sense of Community
Our grandparents had stronger relationships with those who lived in their town. During this time, towns were usually smaller and there were fewer multi-storey apartment blocks. It was common for our grandparents to be friends with their neighbors. They also participated more in community events such as block parties.
Making Their Own Goods
Off The Grid News writes “Our grandparents’ generation prided itself on self-sufficiency. Many of them made laundry soap, cut firewood, butchered hogs, knitted mittens…” Sometimes they even created their own furniture. Not only did this keep costs down, but it also made them more creative and meant they had more unique belongings.
Hand Washing Clothes
Washing machines are quite a modern appliance, so these were rarely around when our grandparents were younger. They were able to efficiently wash clothes, towels and even bed linens with just their hands. Our grandparents understood the traditional methods of laundry and how best to wash something.
Writing Thank You Letters
They would always express their gratitude through handwritten notes. Grandparents value the personal touch in communication and want to keep up the tradition of acknowledging gifts or gestures. Even nowadays, when people prefer to send a text, just a simple handwritten note to a grandparent would be sure to make their day.
Conserving Energy at Home
Our grandparents were always aware of how much energy they were using in their homes. They would use natural light when they could and tried natural ways of ventilation such as cracking open a window. Energy-saving practices were always incorporated into the home such as air drying clothes and turning the thermostat down.
Home Gardens
As growing their own produce was a huge part of our grandparent’s era, they would usually have their own gardens to grow everything they needed. This could have been a spot in the corner or a huge greenhouse. They would also share this produce with their community so that if a neighbor was growing something they wanted, they could swap veg.
Bartering and Trading
It was normal for our grandparents to use goods to trade for what was needed. They would practice bartering so they could always try and get the best for their money. It emphasized the value of goods and services over monetary transactions.
https://shebudgets.com/gal/practices-our-grandparents-followed-that-we-should-bring-back/
#SolarPunkSunday #Degrowth #Repair #Reuse #SelfSufficiency #Community #LessPlastics #MoreWalking #WalkableCities #DIY #SolarPunk #Degrowth #Anticonsumerism
#Clothes #Handwashing #Mending #Sewing #Cooking #Baking #Leftovers #FoodStorage #Barter #Trading #TimeDollars #HomeGardens #Kindness #AirDryingClothes #Clotheslines #NaturalLight #Outdoors #Nature -
These are some of the things I remember about my grandparents...
20 Time-Honored Practices Our Grandparents Followed That We Should Bring Back
Story by Jane Andrews, January 15, 2024
Sewing
A practical skill to have is sewing. Instead of throwing out a favorite dress because a button came off, it can just be sewn back on instead. Many families even made their clothes from scratch and Melissa K Norris supports this by writing “A store bought outfit was a big deal to our grandparents.”
Cooking and Baking
Our grandparents usually had no choice but to create meals from scratch. They rarely ate out and microwave meals weren’t a thing back then. Recipes were handed down through generations. Cooking from scratch gives us a sense of gratitude for food and helps us to appreciate hard work.
Being Self Sufficient
It was normal to grow your own produce back in the day, whether that’s veg in the greenhouse or even your own meat. It meant our grandparents also learnt food preservation techniques such as canning and would also save their own garden heirloom seeds each year.
Being Resourceful
Our grandparents would have used what they had instead of purchasing unnecessary consumer goods. Tasks and chores also became activities to enjoy. This is backed up by One Good Thing who says our grandparents even made their own cleaning products and usually out of ordinary kitchen ingredients such as lemons.
Spending Time Outdoors
Outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking or farming were more popular back in our grandparent’s age. They would camp more than people do now and they also knew that the outdoors was more beneficial for a person’s mental health. They appreciated the fresh air that came with nature.
Repairing Instead of Replacing
Babyology writes that grandparents knew “How to sew, how to cook, how to paint a wall, how to fix a broken toy.” They would always try to repair something before having to throw it away and replace it. Learning to repair things not only increased an item’s life expectancy but also helped a person become creative.
Living a Plastic-Free Life
There was less plastic in the world back in our grandparent’s era. Instead of putting groceries in a plastic bag every time they went to the supermarket, they would have a reusable bag. Sustain The Mag supports this by stating products were packaged in “paper bags, newspapers and leftover fabric trimmings.”
Walking More
There were fewer cars in our grandparent’s day. Instead, they opted to walk to most places or if they had to travel far then they would take public transport. It was rare to have their own personal vehicles to rely on. Walking more was beneficial not only for their health but also for the environment.
A Sense of Community
Our grandparents had stronger relationships with those who lived in their town. During this time, towns were usually smaller and there were fewer multi-storey apartment blocks. It was common for our grandparents to be friends with their neighbors. They also participated more in community events such as block parties.
Making Their Own Goods
Off The Grid News writes “Our grandparents’ generation prided itself on self-sufficiency. Many of them made laundry soap, cut firewood, butchered hogs, knitted mittens…” Sometimes they even created their own furniture. Not only did this keep costs down, but it also made them more creative and meant they had more unique belongings.
Hand Washing Clothes
Washing machines are quite a modern appliance, so these were rarely around when our grandparents were younger. They were able to efficiently wash clothes, towels and even bed linens with just their hands. Our grandparents understood the traditional methods of laundry and how best to wash something.
Writing Thank You Letters
They would always express their gratitude through handwritten notes. Grandparents value the personal touch in communication and want to keep up the tradition of acknowledging gifts or gestures. Even nowadays, when people prefer to send a text, just a simple handwritten note to a grandparent would be sure to make their day.
Conserving Energy at Home
Our grandparents were always aware of how much energy they were using in their homes. They would use natural light when they could and tried natural ways of ventilation such as cracking open a window. Energy-saving practices were always incorporated into the home such as air drying clothes and turning the thermostat down.
Home Gardens
As growing their own produce was a huge part of our grandparent’s era, they would usually have their own gardens to grow everything they needed. This could have been a spot in the corner or a huge greenhouse. They would also share this produce with their community so that if a neighbor was growing something they wanted, they could swap veg.
Bartering and Trading
It was normal for our grandparents to use goods to trade for what was needed. They would practice bartering so they could always try and get the best for their money. It emphasized the value of goods and services over monetary transactions.
https://shebudgets.com/gal/practices-our-grandparents-followed-that-we-should-bring-back/
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These are some of the things I remember about my grandparents...
20 Time-Honored Practices Our Grandparents Followed That We Should Bring Back
Story by Jane Andrews, January 15, 2024
Sewing
A practical skill to have is sewing. Instead of throwing out a favorite dress because a button came off, it can just be sewn back on instead. Many families even made their clothes from scratch and Melissa K Norris supports this by writing “A store bought outfit was a big deal to our grandparents.”
Cooking and Baking
Our grandparents usually had no choice but to create meals from scratch. They rarely ate out and microwave meals weren’t a thing back then. Recipes were handed down through generations. Cooking from scratch gives us a sense of gratitude for food and helps us to appreciate hard work.
Being Self Sufficient
It was normal to grow your own produce back in the day, whether that’s veg in the greenhouse or even your own meat. It meant our grandparents also learnt food preservation techniques such as canning and would also save their own garden heirloom seeds each year.
Being Resourceful
Our grandparents would have used what they had instead of purchasing unnecessary consumer goods. Tasks and chores also became activities to enjoy. This is backed up by One Good Thing who says our grandparents even made their own cleaning products and usually out of ordinary kitchen ingredients such as lemons.
Spending Time Outdoors
Outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking or farming were more popular back in our grandparent’s age. They would camp more than people do now and they also knew that the outdoors was more beneficial for a person’s mental health. They appreciated the fresh air that came with nature.
Repairing Instead of Replacing
Babyology writes that grandparents knew “How to sew, how to cook, how to paint a wall, how to fix a broken toy.” They would always try to repair something before having to throw it away and replace it. Learning to repair things not only increased an item’s life expectancy but also helped a person become creative.
Living a Plastic-Free Life
There was less plastic in the world back in our grandparent’s era. Instead of putting groceries in a plastic bag every time they went to the supermarket, they would have a reusable bag. Sustain The Mag supports this by stating products were packaged in “paper bags, newspapers and leftover fabric trimmings.”
Walking More
There were fewer cars in our grandparent’s day. Instead, they opted to walk to most places or if they had to travel far then they would take public transport. It was rare to have their own personal vehicles to rely on. Walking more was beneficial not only for their health but also for the environment.
A Sense of Community
Our grandparents had stronger relationships with those who lived in their town. During this time, towns were usually smaller and there were fewer multi-storey apartment blocks. It was common for our grandparents to be friends with their neighbors. They also participated more in community events such as block parties.
Making Their Own Goods
Off The Grid News writes “Our grandparents’ generation prided itself on self-sufficiency. Many of them made laundry soap, cut firewood, butchered hogs, knitted mittens…” Sometimes they even created their own furniture. Not only did this keep costs down, but it also made them more creative and meant they had more unique belongings.
Hand Washing Clothes
Washing machines are quite a modern appliance, so these were rarely around when our grandparents were younger. They were able to efficiently wash clothes, towels and even bed linens with just their hands. Our grandparents understood the traditional methods of laundry and how best to wash something.
Writing Thank You Letters
They would always express their gratitude through handwritten notes. Grandparents value the personal touch in communication and want to keep up the tradition of acknowledging gifts or gestures. Even nowadays, when people prefer to send a text, just a simple handwritten note to a grandparent would be sure to make their day.
Conserving Energy at Home
Our grandparents were always aware of how much energy they were using in their homes. They would use natural light when they could and tried natural ways of ventilation such as cracking open a window. Energy-saving practices were always incorporated into the home such as air drying clothes and turning the thermostat down.
Home Gardens
As growing their own produce was a huge part of our grandparent’s era, they would usually have their own gardens to grow everything they needed. This could have been a spot in the corner or a huge greenhouse. They would also share this produce with their community so that if a neighbor was growing something they wanted, they could swap veg.
Bartering and Trading
It was normal for our grandparents to use goods to trade for what was needed. They would practice bartering so they could always try and get the best for their money. It emphasized the value of goods and services over monetary transactions.
https://shebudgets.com/gal/practices-our-grandparents-followed-that-we-should-bring-back/
#SolarPunkSunday #Degrowth #Repair #Reuse #SelfSufficiency #Community #LessPlastics #MoreWalking #WalkableCities #DIY #SolarPunk #Degrowth #Anticonsumerism
#Clothes #Handwashing #Mending #Sewing #Cooking #Baking #Leftovers #FoodStorage #Barter #Trading #TimeDollars #HomeGardens #Kindness #AirDryingClothes #Clotheslines #NaturalLight #Outdoors #Nature -
Proper hand washing, the fun way!
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Why are the #AntiVax #AntiMask people not ranting on just as much about the #evils of #antibiotics and #HandWashing ?
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Why are the #AntiVax #AntiMask people not ranting on just as much about the #evils of #antibiotics and #HandWashing ?
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Why are the #AntiVax #AntiMask people not ranting on just as much about the #evils of #antibiotics and #HandWashing ?
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Why are the #AntiVax #AntiMask people not ranting on just as much about the #evils of #antibiotics and #HandWashing ?
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Why are the #AntiVax #AntiMask people not ranting on just as much about the #evils of #antibiotics and #HandWashing ?
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It is important to note… "Use of #antibacterial soap showed little added benefit compared with use of nonantibacterial #soap."
Take home: There is NO need to add antibacterial agents to soap for basic #InfectionControl at home or in public places. More important that that you "just DO it" [wash your hands] than choosing a brand/formula of soap.
…and...
"Hand hygiene is clearly effective against #gastrointestinal and, to a lesser extent, #respiratory infections."
Take home: This makes sense! #GI #infections are typically "fecal/oral" (I don't have to go into what that means!). The hands are the most likely route of infection. Wash them!
#Influenza can be transmitted by touching surfaces. #COVID19 less so. So again the above makes sense.
Hope this Helps!
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I just did a partial search focusing on #HandWashing in the #community setting.
First thing to note is these articles are mostly indexed under #HandHygiene.
Next thing is there are many hits on various aspects on nursing and hospitals.
Filtering for the above I found several articles showing benefit, typical results…
"Meta-analyses to generate pooled rate ratios across interventions (N=30 studies). Improvements in hand hygiene resulted in reductions in gastrointestinal illness of 31% (95% confidence intervals [CI]=19%, 42%) and reductions in respiratory illness of 21% (95% CI=5%, 34%). The most beneficial intervention was hand-hygiene education with use of #nonantibacterial #soap. Use of antibacterial soap showed little added benefit compared with use of nonantibacterial soap. Hand hygiene is clearly effective against gastrointestinal and, to a lesser extent, respiratory infections." (2008)
Search: "effectiveness of hand washing in the community"
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@MorriganResists I'm sorry to hear about your chronic herpes. For unknown reasons, #HerpesZoster (#shingles) is becoming more common, and a fair number of people will have recurrences.
We should never underestimate viruses. Many can cause long term (or later) effects.
The good news is that preventing one can help prevent most. If more people were cautious, we'd all be safer!
#AirQuality #QualityMasks #Handwashing #Ventilation #Filtration #Sanitize #StayHomeWhenSick
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@MorriganResists I'm sorry to hear about your chronic herpes. For unknown reasons, #HerpesZoster (#shingles) is becoming more common, and a fair number of people will have recurrences.
We should never underestimate viruses. Many can cause long term (or later) effects.
The good news is that preventing one can help prevent most. If more people were cautious, we'd all be safer!
#AirQuality #QualityMasks #Handwashing #Ventilation #Filtration #Sanitize #StayHomeWhenSick
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@MorriganResists I'm sorry to hear about your chronic herpes. For unknown reasons, #HerpesZoster (#shingles) is becoming more common, and a fair number of people will have recurrences.
We should never underestimate viruses. Many can cause long term (or later) effects.
The good news is that preventing one can help prevent most. If more people were cautious, we'd all be safer!
#AirQuality #QualityMasks #Handwashing #Ventilation #Filtration #Sanitize #StayHomeWhenSick
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@MorriganResists I'm sorry to hear about your chronic herpes. For unknown reasons, #HerpesZoster (#shingles) is becoming more common, and a fair number of people will have recurrences.
We should never underestimate viruses. Many can cause long term (or later) effects.
The good news is that preventing one can help prevent most. If more people were cautious, we'd all be safer!
#AirQuality #QualityMasks #Handwashing #Ventilation #Filtration #Sanitize #StayHomeWhenSick
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@MorriganResists I'm sorry to hear about your chronic herpes. For unknown reasons, #HerpesZoster (#shingles) is becoming more common, and a fair number of people will have recurrences.
We should never underestimate viruses. Many can cause long term (or later) effects.
The good news is that preventing one can help prevent most. If more people were cautious, we'd all be safer!
#AirQuality #QualityMasks #Handwashing #Ventilation #Filtration #Sanitize #StayHomeWhenSick