DIY: 6 Natural Alternatives to Toxic Fabric Softeners

Use Baking Soda in your Laundry for softening clothes instead of using Fabric Softner Sheets:

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/6-natural-alternatives-to-toxic-fabric-softeners.html

Wondering why you need to make the switch? After all how bad could it be?

Here's a sampling:
- Various types of cancer (especially pancreatic)
- Respiratory problems
- Nerve Damage

For a complete list of the chemicals and what they do to you check out this compilation from EPA's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

On a related note, consider doing away with the dryer altogether and make a switch to drying clothes outdoor. Use the Sun, and the Earth will Thank You! Its a growing movement thats taking on the rules and regulations of communities and condo boards!