Becky Mundt - 101 Home Uses of Hydrogen Peroxide

The Clean Green Home Revolution

101 Home Uses of

Hydrogen Peroxide

From Toxins to Oxygen

Becky Mundt

Fifth Edition

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Fifth Edition January 2013

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This book is dedicated to Mr. Walter Grotz, who took me under his wing as I wrote and refined the first edition of its publication and has taught me more about hydrogen peroxide in the ensuing years than I ever even vaguely imagined was possible. His open minded curiosity, and complete and utter dedication to the truth in spite of any 'persuasion' or even intimidation is a lesson in walking in grace. His compassionate caring and thoughtful nature has taught me far more than even his vast knowledge of hydrogen peroxide ever could. Thank you, Walter, for your willingness to talk to a complete stranger and become a lasting friend.

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November 17, 2012

It has now been six years since the first edition of this book came out in print, and it does seem that the world is beginning to get smarter about hydrogen peroxide.

What began as a personal interest in writing about a substance that has proven useful and effective while keeping our home toxin free, has developed over time and research into new discoveries and friendships.

It has blossomed into a sort of passion for learning more, not only about hydrogen peroxide but about the many ways to accomplish health, hygiene and well-being using natural substances.

Additionally, in the years since the first publication of this book, it has been gratifying to see that much of the deeper, particularly the medical, research in this area has been expanded upon and embraced by many people seeking alternative solutions to chronic health, environmental and agricultural challenges. Truly, we are only just beginning to enjoy the multitude of benefits of hydrogen peroxide in every aspect of our modern world. Particularly, I am pleased and encouraged by the work of Mr. James Roguski, who, took it upon himself to work with Walter Grotz and bring much of Walter's tirelessly collected and well documented research to a wider audience, through his website foodgrade-hydrogenperoxide.com. Mr Roguski's book The Truth About Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide is a welcome and well documented account of the real medical history of hydrogen peroxide and its incredible powers of healing in the human body.

Finally, in this new edition, youll find a new section on Poultry and Livestock, focused mainly on backyard chickens. The hot tub section has been expanded, as a result of many emails, phone calls and conversations with both hot tub owners, Mr. Grotz and others leading to new conclusions and considerations when switching a tub to hydrogen peroxide.

I am truly grateful to the many readers and website visitors who have engaged me in conversation and exploration of this fascinating topic.

Before we go diving off in to the deep end of the pool...

Just wanted to share a few thoughts with you before you find yourself sailing along in the bright new world of hydrogen peroxide.

First. Hydrogen peroxide is what it is because it is what it is. Does that sound redundant? Actually, it's not. H2O2, as it's chemically named, is a chemical compound. It is created in our atmosphere as a natural process, as well as in our bodies, in plants and generally all over the place.

But we humans have this capacity to take simple chemical compounds like hydrogen peroxide and make them stronger.

So all the great advice in this book IS great. Use it. Apply it. And experiment. A little.

But don't forget that you're dealing with a very powerful organic chemical compound that, in high concentrations, is an oxidizer. That means it burns. At concentrations higher than 5% it can cause permanent eye damage. So don't put it in your eye!

And respect the fact that it is strong in human created dosages. 35% hydrogen peroxide kills all microbial and bacteria life on contact in less than 20 seconds.

If you're battling the creeping crud of all mildews, that's terrific! If you're not careful how you handle it, that's not. Common sense is, unfortunately, not a salable commodity. So, just please, don't be illogical. Think science.

If you find yourself getting sloppy in your conduct, just remember: You may be playing with 8%, 10%, even 35% hydrogen peroxide. Those space shuttles are launching off the pure stuff. It IS that powerful. A little respect is not so much to ask.

1. Over 3%: Wear gloves. Don't inhale mist. Ventilate area for large applications.
2. Even at 3%: Don't inhale the mist, ventilate, let it work without working on you.
3. Any applications of eardrops, etc. never use stronger than 3% solutions.

It's like all great and good things in life. Some is wonderful, and applied correctly it gives nothing but joy. Too much makes trouble. No one thing is good all the time.

So, use hydrogen peroxide with an awareness and respect of its power, and it will serve you very very well.

Now that we've got that out of the way, let's talk about what is right, good and sensible about hydrogen peroxide. You see, that's where all the good stuff is.

Whether you are working with liquid hydrogen peroxide or sodium percarbonate dry compounds, the results and the outcomes are the same:

1. The oxidizing power will work when you apply it.
2. The same power will break down in water (any flow of water) almost instantly.
3. The end result of all actions of hydrogen peroxide will be water and oxygen, non-lethal, non-polluting, non-invasive, and not proliferating of toxic by-products in the environment.

Even if you really mess up and pour 35% hydrogen peroxide on your foot instead of into the hot tub, running water will mitigate any problem without long-term ill effects.

The inverse of the nuclear age, hydrogen peroxide, even if in concentrated form, once exposed to the natural environment will quickly, readily and reliably break down to common elements, which are non-toxic and life sustaining rather than life threatening.

The wonders of cleaning, home and personal care with hydrogen peroxide are as surprising for their variety as for their efficacy.

In recent decades there has been an increase in awareness of the toxicity and dangers of many of the chemicals which have been introduced to our environment over the last century. This increased awareness has led to changes in industrial practices, and the identification of SuperFund sites requiring massive clean-up across the nation. Unfortunately, changes in household cleaning practices have been much less dramatic, and slower to take hold in the larger population.