Seven Benefits of Cleaning with Citrus

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European chemist Carl Wilhelm Scheele discovered citrus acid in 1784 and it’s production began in the late 19th century. Researchers began using citrus acid’s amazing properties in the 1940’s and 1950’s during the Manhattan Project. Since that time, much has been learned about the tremendous results that can be achieved by using citrus fruits in the cleaning…

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What Are Terpenes?

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Terpenes are aromatic compounds that determine the smell of many plants and herbs. Examples include cannabis, cloves, lavender, fresh orange peel, pine, and sage. In their natural element, terpenes provide plants with protection from animals as well as from infectious germs. They also attract pollinators in some plants. New research also suggests that terpenes may…

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