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Green Enough: Eat Better, Live Cleaner, Be Happier--All Without Driving Your Family Crazy!
A real, no-holds-barred take on making smart, healthy choices for you and your family.In Green Enough, Mamavation blogger Leah Segedie uncovers the truth behind the food and household products that are misleadingly labeled "all-natural" and healthy but are actually filled with chemicals and toxins. From furniture to packaged food, Leah guides you through detoxifying your home, diet, and lifestyle, showing you how to make the best choices possible. She exposes the brands and products that contain toxic and hormone-disrupting ingredients and gives guidelines on choosing safer products and organic produce that are free from toxic and persistent pesticides. She instructs you on making the move to meat, dairy, and eggs that are free of antibiotics, GMOs, growth hormones, and dangerous pathogens. She explains at what phases of childhood children are the most vulnerable and need more protection. And she includes delicious and kid-approved recipes to help you detoxify your cooking routine. It’s not about being perfect or 100% clean—none of us are—it’s about being green enough.
322 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 20, 2018
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April 10, 2018
The new bible for living green- I’ll have this baby highlighted and bookmarked like crazy.
May 17, 2022
Really good information with easy to follow and adjust lifestyle options. Not overbearing, but a little crass, however I was okay with the bluntness and upfront nature of her tone. Made it easy to read and feel like she was being real. Helped me to make a few lifestyle changes to explore more research into living a healthier life.
January 2, 2019
I picked this up for my sister-in-law at her request and picked up a copy to read at one of the local libraries. I read the hardback version, but I'm too lazy to create an entry for it.
Segedie covers many of the sources of toxins in our daily lives and methods for healthier living. First thing to note, I didn't see any blatantly bad advice like I've seen in some other books on this topic. (ex. putting butter on burns) I might have missed something but I always recommend double checking any recommendations. This is especially important for those with young children, early exposure can cause future problems. A quick summary:
Food: Avoid heavily processed food when possible, cook your meals from basic ingredients, pay attention to the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 vegetables and a look at healthy meats. A list of brands and other detailed recommendations is included. The book includes a simple and methodical method to prepare basic dinners for busy people as well as what kind of cookware to use or avoid(dump the plastics).
Household: Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter(Check!) and avoid nasty cleaning chemicals and artificial scents. Steer clear of furniture, coverings, paint and flooring that might outgas nasty toxins. Think about using an air purifier and create a regular cleaning schedule(Oops!). Includes some example cleaning solutions and personal care items, baking soda and vinegar are your friends!
While it's a bit too late for me, I've already had way too much exposure to odd chemicals, I recommend that younger folk try to limit their exposure, this book may help.
Segedie covers many of the sources of toxins in our daily lives and methods for healthier living. First thing to note, I didn't see any blatantly bad advice like I've seen in some other books on this topic. (ex. putting butter on burns) I might have missed something but I always recommend double checking any recommendations. This is especially important for those with young children, early exposure can cause future problems. A quick summary:
Food: Avoid heavily processed food when possible, cook your meals from basic ingredients, pay attention to the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 vegetables and a look at healthy meats. A list of brands and other detailed recommendations is included. The book includes a simple and methodical method to prepare basic dinners for busy people as well as what kind of cookware to use or avoid(dump the plastics).
Household: Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter(Check!) and avoid nasty cleaning chemicals and artificial scents. Steer clear of furniture, coverings, paint and flooring that might outgas nasty toxins. Think about using an air purifier and create a regular cleaning schedule(Oops!). Includes some example cleaning solutions and personal care items, baking soda and vinegar are your friends!
While it's a bit too late for me, I've already had way too much exposure to odd chemicals, I recommend that younger folk try to limit their exposure, this book may help.
February 26, 2020
Good for Leah: for delving deep into the research of corporation's practices and the safety of their products; for explaining what different certifications really mean; and then NAMING NAMES. I'm all for healthy products for my family and voting with our dollars. This kind of exposure does change corporate practices for the better. Thank you Leah Segedie.
For readers who like her work, she also has a blog.
For readers who like her work, she also has a blog.
May 15, 2024
Great guidebook for greener living!! I would love to see an updated version as this one was published in 2018. Since then, I'm sure there are new guidelines, products, and information. This book included healthier swaps for common household/beauty products, furniture, and foods. It also included "bad/better/best" lists for products. It highlighted the major toxic ingredients to look out for and why they cause harm.
November 19, 2023
I am a huge fan of Mamavation and follow Leah on Instagram. I’ve been following her for some time now and am filled with gratitude for the information she so freely shares.
I’ve been trying to live cleaner (non-toxic) for some years now so some of this is not news to me. But there was still a great deal I had never thought to research further.
I’ve been trying to live cleaner (non-toxic) for some years now so some of this is not news to me. But there was still a great deal I had never thought to research further.
December 20, 2018
Eye opening!!! Needs to be shared!
I knew a bit of this information, but the scope is just mind boggling! I will definitely be acting on what I’ve learned. This should be required reading for high school students, too.
I knew a bit of this information, but the scope is just mind boggling! I will definitely be acting on what I’ve learned. This should be required reading for high school students, too.
March 31, 2019
Very eye-opening and persuasive. I appreciated how she gave it to you in order of importance and reiterates that you can do as much as you can, but don't drive yourself crazy. She kept balance and perspective throughout. Note: there is a lot of cussing.
February 19, 2022
I actually really enjoyed this before book. Seriously considering buying it in order to reference the lists of products that are "bad", "better", and "best". Slowly I can choose better products when it's time to buy more.
April 7, 2018
Practical advice for important areas to focus as you help your family become more healthy
June 23, 2018
I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone.
July 2, 2018
still too much for me
December 18, 2018
You know that emoji with the big eyes and the blank expression? Thats totally me right now.
February 11, 2022
Loved all the stats and info! Plan to make realistic changes for my family
February 6, 2021
Eating even a little organic can reduce your exposure to pesticides.
When a label claims that a cooking container is microwave safe, what that really means is that the manufacturer has taken steps to assure their dish doesn't contain chemicals that will explode in your oven.
When a label claims that a cooking container is microwave safe, what that really means is that the manufacturer has taken steps to assure their dish doesn't contain chemicals that will explode in your oven.
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