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20 Wednesday, May 2, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Wednesday, May 2, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief A clean home is a healthy home — but how you get clean matters just as much as the goal itself. Using harsh chemicals, bleaches and anti-bacterial cleaning products can be tough on people with aller- gies and other sensitivities — and it may be a bad idea in the long run. “We’re making super- bugs,” says Elizabeth Buchanan, founder and pro- prietor of Cleaner Living NW. “Those (products) can’t change or adapt.” Buchanan has created proprietary plant-based, eco- friendly products that do an excellent job of cleaning, while also protecting the environment and the health of those living in the home. “The manner of cleaning is as important as the prod- ucts used,” Buchanan asserts. Her cleaning method involves spraying surfaces and then damp-wiping them with hospital-grade microfi- ber cloths. “It’s trapping everything into that micro-fiber instead of just wiping it around,” she says. Surfaces are then buffed dry. Synthetic fragrances are often associated with asthma and autoimmune problems. Buchan notes that “there’s zero fragrances in our base product.” She also offers a floor cleaner that it safe for pets. Buchanan believes so strongly in the importance of safe and effective clean- ing that she offers Cleaner Living NW’s services to the national nonprofit Cleaning For A Reason, which offers free cleaning services for people undergoing treatment for cancer. (See http://clean- ingforareason.org.) “Generally, it’s women undergoing chemo,” Buchanan says. “They’re sick and they can’t clean their house.” And the method of clean- ing is critical, because “they already have a compromised immune system,” so a clean living space is crucial. Carpet is another area to pay close attention to in the home. The carpet is a filter — everything that comes into your house from the outside, including dirt, pet hair and dander, and bacteria, wind up in your carpet. Again, how you clean is important. Peter Herman of Circuit Rider Carpet Cleaning in Sisters notes that he is chemical- sensitive himself, so he uses I’ve used clove oil, which smells great. Some people don’t realize that there’s anything they can spray in their gravel but Roundup. — Kalin Emrich, The Garden Angel safe, yet effective, cleaning agents that are anti-allergen and leave the carpet pet- and child-safe. At this time of year, folks in Sisters are working on get- ting their landscape looking good and their lawns green. More and more of them are trying to minimize the use By Jodi Schneider McNamee Correspondent ISTOCKPHOTO.COM/TOMERTU How you get your home clean matters as much as the goal itself. of chemical fertilizers and weed-killers — for the health of the environment and for the health of children and pets. Kalin Emrich of The Garden Angel grew up in the business, and he is part of seeing it change to more healthful means of getting the desired effect. That’s some- thing he takes personally. He recalls suiting up in Tyvek protective gear to apply chemicals to a land- scape. Despite proper gear and following all instruc- tions, he developed a skin condition. “For me, that was the turning point,” he says. “Do I want to spend a career breathing this stuff? Is it even worth the risk?” By amending the soil to reintroduce good bacteria, you can reduce or eliminate the need for chemical fertiliz- ers. And there are even alter- natives to minimize the need for chemical weed-killers. “They exist and they are effective,” Emrich says. “I’ve used clove oil, which smells great. Some people don’t realize that there’s anything they can spray in their gravel but Roundup.” As far as he’s concerned, natural means create a health- ier, more resilient landscape — and “it’s better for us and for our animals and for our kids.” Cleaner Living NW Full-Service Eco-Friendly Cleaning Company 100% Non-Toxic Carpet Cleaning New Client Special $199 for Full-House Carpet Cleaning * *Valid for up to 600 sq. ft. of professional, truck-mounted steam cleaning. Additional area can be added for .35/sq. ft. Scotchguard carpet protector, pet stain & odor removal, rug & upholstery cleaning available — call for pricing. Cannot combine with other offers. Expires 6/30/18. SNN Chemical-Free Window Cleaning Full-House Window Cleaning Only $149 Window Cleaning Special includes: Interior & exterior of windows cleaned + screens of up to 15 standard-sized windows on a 1-2 story home. Window track cleaning, storm windows, new construction, French panes & 3rd-story windows available for addt’l charge. Cannot combine with other offers. Expires 6/30/18. SNN Eco-Friendly House Cleaning New Client Special Save $75 Includes: $25 off Initial Deep Clean and $10 off Next 5 Regular Cleanings Does not apply to move in/out jobs. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 6/30/18. SNN Call for details on Mother’s Day House-Cleaning Packages! 541-668-0659 cleanerliving.com With a little planning, you can maintain healthy eating habits on the road. Eating healthy on the road Detox your home environment No one in the industry goes further to ensure a high-quality cleaning than Cleaner Living NW. And no one is more committed to helping you keep your home or business a healthy environment. “It is very scary how many toxins people unknowingly bring into their home with the clean- ing products they buy,” says company founder, Elizabeth Buchanan. “The products we use and sell are absolutely 100 percent naturally derived and are safe around kids, pets, and people with compromised immune systems or allergies.” One phone call will provide for all your cleaning needs — residential, vacation rental and commercial. They use a highly effective all-natural, odor- neutralizing cleaning solution developed by family to drive up directly to the farm for food and purchase the fruits and veggies. Visit a pick- your-own farm. Just look for farms in the area and call ahead about your visit. Fast food chains are the same wherever you go, but farms and farmers mar- kets showcase their local and freshest produce in the area. U-pick or pick-your- own (PYO) farm operations are a type of direct market- ing (farm-to-table) strategy where the emphasis is on cus- tomers doing the harvesting themselves. When you stop for gas and restroom breaks, look for a local grocery store. You’ll find healthier foods, and they’ll probably be less expensive than what you’ll find at a gas station. Try making accommo- dations ahead of time and search for hotels that offer a mini-fridge in the room so that when you get to your PHOTO BY JODI SCHNEIDER MCNAMEE destination, you can stock up on lots of nutritious options for meals. At night you can refreeze your ice packs for the next day’s journey. Here are a few more tips on healthy options for your road trip: Pack sandwiches made with whole-grain bread and peanut butter or lean meats. Hard-boiled eggs can last up to one week in a cooler. Pouches of tuna can be eaten as is or used to dress up sal- ads or bread. Hummus is a Mediterranean spread made by combining chickpeas, olive oil, lemon, garlic and a ses- ame paste called tahini and is an excellent nutritious choice to bring. Look for single-serve p a c k e t s . Homemade soup with veggies is a great way to grab some energy on a long drive. Avocado sliced in half is easy to eat right out of the skin and is a healthy fat that is packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, fiber, and potassium. Try single- serving packs of olives, another healthy fat. Try single-serve packets of chia seeds or ground flaxseed. They’re an easy way to add fiber and texture to yogurt. And what kid wouldn’t like popcorn? Aside from being lower in calories than a lot of other snack items, pop- corn is a whole grain and pro- vides filling fiber. Go online to scope out res- taurants, rest stops, farmers markets and grocery stores along your route to get an idea of what your options are for your next road trip. Please welcome our new provider to ty! our Sisters community! David Kirkpatrick , PA-C New patients of all ages welcome! me! Buchanan. If quality cleaning and a healthful envi- ronment are important to you, Cleaner Living NW is your company of choice. Environmental Center Forty percent of our food never gets eaten. And it’s estimated that a quarter of what goes into Deschutes County’s landfill is wasted food. We’re better than that. It’s time to rethink food waste, and we want to help you do it. We are looking for households in Deschutes County to take part in our Rethink Food Waste Challenge. For four weeks beginning May 14th, you will collect your weekly wasted food and enter its weight on our website at the end of each week. The first week do as you normally do. The next 3 weeks we’ll give you tips, ideas and resources to help you prevent wasting food. We have free scales for the first 100 households to sign up. Each week you participate, you’ll be entered to win $1,600 worth of prizes — grocery Eating a healthy diet when you’re traveling isn’t easy — especially if you’re going for a long car ride. Typical road- trip meals and snacks include fast food, microwave-ready service station foods, bags of chips and lots of sodas However, it is possible to avoid junk food and maintain your healthy diet. You don’t have to give up on your healthy eating while traveling. Planning ahead is the best way to choose more nutritious foods and bever- ages when you’re on the road. Leslie Bonci, R.D., direc- tor of sports nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center said, “There’s something about being in a car that makes you want to eat lots of snacks.” American highways offer an endless line-up of fast- food chains and convenience stores, but you don’t have to spend your time stocking up with junk food. Instead, invest in a large cooler, stock it with plenty of ice packs and bring along a snack supply of sal- ads, cut-up raw veggies, fruit, whole-grain wraps, raw nut butter, unsalted nuts and seed. And don’t forget individu- ally wrapped cheeses, low-fat yogurt, hummus, whole-grain crackers, and dried fruit. With a good plan, you can eat almost as healthy on the road as you do at home. Plus, this can be a lot more relaxing, especially if you are traveling with young children, because you do not have to worry about finding a restau- rant everyone agrees on and foods that everyone likes, and it’s cost-efficient. Don’t forget the water. It will keep you hydrated and help you stay on track. Since convenience stores are full of temptation that can lead to buying junk food, bring water in your cooler before you leave. Most folks nowadays have the technology to locate healthy road-food while trav- eling, so find review sites like Yelp or Trip Advisor to search the area you’re visiting. If you are going to be on the road for several days, you can stop at local farm- ers markets or grocery stores along the way to restock your cooler. It’s fun for the whole 21 Appointments, 541-549-9609 High Lakes Health Care 354 W. Adams Ave. | HighLakesHealthCare.com What are you searching for? Support for Muscles and Joints? Cellular Health & Detoxifi cation? Emotional Balance? How to Manage Stress? Don’t miss these two FREE classes! SUN., MAY 6 • SISTERS LIBRARY 1-2 p.m. “Essential Oils for Your Health” Angela Bobst, doTERRA Leader/ Essential Oil Educator, Sisters 2-3 p.m. “The Perfect Storm – Detox Done Right” store gift cards, nice kitchen supplies, plus a grand prize of farmers market harvest bucks! Sign up online at www.RethinkWasteProject. org/FoodWaste. Dr. Andrew Torchio, Pangea Chiropractic, Bend It’s time to take charge of your life! High Lakes Health Care in Sisters welcomes Certified Physician Assistant David Kirkpatrick, BA, MA, MMSc, PA-C, who has joined the clinic in Sisters. Dave grew up in Seattle and received his undergrad- uate degree in psychology from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma in 1998. After working in Seattle for four years, he returned to graduate school to earn a master’s degree in clinical psychology from George Fox University and later his physician assistant degree from Emory University in Atlanta. Before joining High Lakes, for nine years Dave delivered both inpatient and outpatient care at a gen- eral medicine clinic in Longview, Washington, seeing both acute and chronic-care patients. Prior to becoming a PA, Dave spent two years tour- ing the Northwest as a Christian singer-songwriter and speaker while working for a medical insurance bro- kerage. In his spare time, he still enjoys playing music, skiing, tennis, basketball, golf and spending time with family and his church.
