Archives for January 2014

Environmentally Friendly Laundry Detergent

January 22, 2014 by

sport suds on a washing machineBelieve it or not, there is an environmentally friendly laundry detergent and its name is Sport Suds. Not only is it created with many positive qualities but it is very effective, particularly on the grime and smells that come along with those who are very active in their clothes. Whether it be the grime from a day job or the smell from sports, Sport Suds does the job well.

The Sport Suds laundry detergent is eco-friendly and people friendly, more on that below. It is not often that someone comes along and takes an every day product like detergent and makes it better. It is suitable for anything washed in water.

Sport Suds is non-fragranced, hypoallergenic and non-toxic.

Originally the detergent was created for sports enthusiasts. If it works for the sweatiest of them all then it can work for the whole family. The goal was to remove the most extreme dirt and odors to leave everyone feeling and smelling clean and fresh.

All Sport Suds products are made from naturally occurring materials. The product is biodegradable, non-toxic, and septic and grey water safe. They are also gentle, hypoallergenic, non-toxic and fragrance free. They never test on animals.

Is there a laundry detergent that is earth friendly?
Glad you asked. All Sport Suds products are made from naturally occurring ingredients of non-animal origin. The detergent does not contain dyes, phosphates, UV brighteners, bleaches or perfumes. All Sport Suds products are safe for septic and grey water systems, highly biodegradable and certified safe for use in small lakes and streams.

Sport Suds Laundry Detergent is:

  • Biodegradable
  • Non-toxic and Hypoallergenic
  • Free of dyes, phosphates, UV brighteners, perfumes and bleach
  • Grey water and septic safe
  • Not animal tested and contains no animal products

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Is there a laundry detergent that is hypoallergenic and fragrance free?
Many people would call this “people friendly”, that is a product that is hypoallergenic and fragrance free. The Sport Suds laundry detergent is hypoallergenic, non-toxic, fragrance free, free from bleach, parabens, harsh sulphates and other questionable ingredients and gentle for everyday use.

Can laundry detergent help my sports clothes perform better?
SportSuds is particularly effective on microfiber woven fabrics. How it works is that it unclogs the pores of waterproof breathable fabrics and therefore leaves them open and clear.

There are many benefits of Sport Suds laundry detergent:

  • Clothes feel lighter and cleaner
  • Fabric fibers are totally clean
  • Fabrics don’t feel ‘crunchy’ when dry or ‘greasy’ when wet
  • Cleans microfiber fabrics to make you feel cooler, drier and more comfortable
  • Sport garments last longer and perform better
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SISU Mouthguards

January 9, 2014 by

The SISU Mouthguard was created by Dr. Jan Akervall, MD, PhD. He is a top 1% ENT (Ear Nose Throat) Doctor in the U.S. & Creator of SISU™ Mouth Guard. There are two sizes of mouth guards and they range from 30% to 60% stronger than conventional mouthguards while also being 30% to 60% thinner. Unlike conventional mouthguards you can talk, breathe and drink with these SISU guards. You can also mould, and remould them as many times as you like. Typical mouthguards can only be molded once.

sisu mouthguards

What makes SISU so much better?

stronger and lighter mouthguardsSISU is a novel ultra thin and tough mouth guard that is stronger than conventional mouth guards and allows users to breathe, talk and drink. It is an excellent mouth guard for high impact sports, team sports and high performance sports where you need to be able to be at your very best, all the time.

SISU competitors claim that they not only provide dental protection but also protects against concussions. SISU beats its competitors in 4 important material characteristics:

  • 30-50% lower transfer of impact forces to the teeth
  • 90-140% better absorption of impact forces
  • 8 times higher tensile strength (toughness)
  • 30 times less deformation of the material upon impact

SISU is perforated and there are several reasons why the perforations are important:

  • They help strengthen the material by oscillate under impact, pretty much like how bridges are built.
  • The perforations will help with the fitting of the material because it allows for the saliva to flow through the holes. This will give you a very snug fit, ensuring that your can communicate with your teammates – in an understandable way. You will also be able to breathe without problem when you wear a SISU Mouth Guard.
  • You will experience less drooling when wearing your SISU, and you can drink with it in.

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How to Fit a Mouth Guard

SISU mouth guards are simple to fit to a perfect shape around your teeth. It is a quick and easy procedure.

Here are the steps:

  • Wash your hands and the material with soap and water.
  • Heat water in small bowl (hot to the touch, but not boiling). Place the material into hot water until it turns transparent. Then lift it out of the water with a fork or your fingers.
  • Hold the soft material as shown in the picture. DO NOT LET IT FOLD! The material will glue together, making it hard to reshape.

fit guide picture 1

  • Tilt the head back and open the mouth widely. Place the front teeth so they can gently bite down on the solid cross bar. Press the tongue against the palate. Most of the material should be on the outside of the teeth.

fit guide picture 1

  • Use a mirror. Mold it against the front of the teeth with your fingertips and up on the sides to the gum line to create the shield. Make sure it covers the outside of the molars.
  • Close the lips over the mouth guard and gently create a suction until the material has hardened to get a snug fit. If you are not satisfied with the result just slip the mouth guard into the water, let it soften and straighten out . . . and start all over again.

Cleaning and Storage

Rinse the SISU™ mouth guard thoroughly in lukewarm tap water and soap, alternatively mouth wash, each time it has been used. Additionally, the mouth guard can be brushed with a regular toothbrush using regular tooth paste. Carefully rinse and dry before storage. Store your custom fitted SISU mouth guard at room temperature under dry conditions.

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