Showing posts with label EWG. Show all posts
Showing posts with label EWG. Show all posts
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Ava Anderson in Austin, Texas!
I wanted to personally let you know about something exciting happening this week! The training team from Ava Anderson Non Toxic is coming to Austin, TX on Monday, December 8th (details attached). Come hear the incredible Ava story, learn why and how to avoid toxic chemicals in everyday products, and sample some of our amazing products.
RSVP to Holly Kitchen at holleyrk@gmail.com to reserve your spot and tell her,
I invited you! We invite you to tell your friends (please include them with your RSVP). There will be gifts for all guests in attendance.
Serena O'Gwin-Miranda
Serena O'Gwin-Miranda
Ava Anderson Consultant #5314
atoxinfreelife@outlook.com
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Friday, August 29, 2014
Hidden Makeup Health Risks!
post from Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
Reporter uncovers hidden makeup health risks, plus easy ways to spot safer products. More here: http://www.shopsmart.org/
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Friday, July 4, 2014
Sunscreen Smarts!
AToxinFreeLife.com
sunscreen sticks 30 spf - set of 2 - .5 oz. each
Item #: SST02
Sunscreen sticks are perfect for facial application.
Ingredients: zinc oxide (21%, non-nanoparticle), cocos nucifera (organic coconut oil), helianthus annus (organic sunflower seed oil), butyrospermum parkii (organic shea butter), beeswax (organic).
Monday, June 9, 2014
Top Trending Company Ava Anderson!
Health isn't just a "trend", but we're still very excited to see Ava Anderson
at the tops of both lists (Direct Sales Co's)!
also "Top Trending This Month"
I am so proud to be associated with this amazing Toxic Free Company!
Serena Miranda
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Think Big!
Think Big and Dream Big
For $99 new Consultants receive free professional training, a free replicated Ava website with shopping cart, they are placed with a successful Leader and team of great people for support and networking! ... and receive $280 in product to start their businesses strong.
Many of our Ava Consultants are amazed at how sharing this important health message not only helps others, but helps to provide for their families with real income.
Contact me to hear more about the Ava Anderson business opportunity.
Serena Miranda
atoxinfreelife@outlook.com
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Bug Spray 'Shout Out'!
Ava Anderson receives a 'Shout Out' for a great non toxic Bug Spray!
Bug Off! Tick Season Safety Tips and Tricks
Written on May 16, 2014 at 10:44 am , by Lauren Cardarelli
"Play It Safe Sport light-colored clothing to your next outdoor BBQ so you can easily spot the bad guys and tie long locks back into a tight ponytail. “Then they can’t crawl right up into your scalp,” says Caesar. (Your fave baseball cap will do the trick, too!) Swap out the shorts for leggings or pants tucked into tall socks when tackling yard work. The latter is a total fashion faux pas, we know, but hey—wouldn’t you rather be safe than sorry!? And don’t forget the repellent sprays/lotions. The CDC suggests products with 20 percent or more DEET, although Caesar—who lives a non-toxic life—prefers catnip oil. “It can be ten times more effective [than DEET]!” Her fave: Ava Anderson’s Natural Bug Spray" ($19.95, avaandersonnontoxic.com/serenamiranda).
To read more click link below
Friday, May 16, 2014
A Proud Day for Ava!
A Proud day for Ava Anderson!
To be associated with Healthy Child Healthy World!
Read more by clicking link below!
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Mineral Oil - Ingredients to Avoid #16
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #16
MINERAL OIL – a petroleum ingredient that coats the skin like plastic wrap, disrupting the natural immune barrier, inhibiting its ability to breathe and absorb natural moisture and nutrition, and its ability to release toxins, which can promote acne and other disorders. The process slows down skin function and normal cell development causing premature aging.
This also applies to tanning oils and lotions—which many of you may be using right now with summer in full swing—as well as the baby oil or lotion that many parents unwittingly slather on their babies.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/06/21/is-your-moisturizer-causing-skin-cancer.aspx
MINERAL OIL – a petroleum ingredient that coats the skin like plastic wrap, disrupting the natural immune barrier, inhibiting its ability to breathe and absorb natural moisture and nutrition, and its ability to release toxins, which can promote acne and other disorders. The process slows down skin function and normal cell development causing premature aging.
This also applies to tanning oils and lotions—which many of you may be using right now with summer in full swing—as well as the baby oil or lotion that many parents unwittingly slather on their babies.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/06/21/is-your-moisturizer-causing-skin-cancer.aspx
A Non Toxic Choice
| body butter 4 oz. | |||
| Item #: BB01 | |||
| Luxurious cream offers superb moisturizing. Naturally rich in vitamins. Maintains skin health and elasticity. Helpful with skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and dry or irritated skin. | |||
| Ingredients: water(purified), butyrospermum parkii (organic shea butter), simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba) oil, (Helianthus annuus, (organic sunflower) oil, citrus medica limonum (organic lemon essential) oil, citrus aurantifolia (organic lime) oil, citrus reticulate (organic mandarin) oil, rosmarinus officinalis (organic rosemary) leaf extract. www.atoxinfreelife.com |
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Synthetic Dyes/Colors - Ingredients to Avoid #14
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #14
SYNTHETIC DYES/COLOR - "Coal tar dyes are artificial coloring agents made by combining various aromatic hydrocarbons like toluene, xylene, benzene, which are obtained from the distillation of bituminous coal. Coal tars are also made from petroleum distillates." - Healthy Child Healthy World
Avoid synthetic colors. Ava's colors come from fruit, flower and vegetable extracts only.
http://healthychild.org/easy-steps/dont-use-products-made-with-coal-tar-dyes/
Avoid synthetic colors. Ava's colors come from fruit, flower and vegetable extracts only.
http://healthychild.org/easy-steps/dont-use-products-made-with-coal-tar-dyes/
A Non Toxic Choice
| pink lip gloss | |||
| Item #: LPG02 | |||
| Moisturizing and conditioning lip gloss with vitamins and antioxidants to give you shiny, delicious lips. | |||
| Ingredients: simmondsia chinesis (organic jojoba) oil, persea gratissima (organic avocado) oil, prunis dulcis (organic sweet almond) oil, limnanthes alba (organic meadowfoam) seed oil, butryospermum parkii (organic shea butter), theobroma cacao (organic cocoa seed) butter, vitis vinifera (organic grape seed) oil, apis mellifera (organic beeswax), euphorbia cerifera (organic candelilla) wax, mentha viridis (organic spearmint leaf) oil, vaccinium macrocarpon fruit (cranberry) powder, chenopodium quinoa (quinoa) extract, rosa gallica (rose petal) flower powder, nelumbo nucifera (lotus flower seed) powder www.atoxinfreelife.com |
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Say 'No' to Lead in Lipstick!
“Lead is a proven neurotoxin that can cause learning, language and behavioral problems such as lowered IQ, reduced school performance and increased aggression. Pregnant women and young children are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure, because lead easily crosses the placenta and enters the fetal brain where it can interfere with normal development,” according to Sean Palfrey, MD, a professor of pediatrics and public health at Boston University. The recent science indicates there is no safe level of lead exposure.
Learn more and join us to take action:
http://www.safecosmetics.org/article.php?id=223
#safecosmetics #lipstick #activist
http://www.safecosmetics.org/article.php?id=223
#safecosmetics #lipstick #activist
A Non Toxic Alternative
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Ingredients in all: prunis dulcis (organic sweet almond) oil, apis
mellifera (organic beeswax), ricinus communis (organic castor) oil,
butyrospermum parkii (organic shea) butter, theoboma cacao
(organic cocoa) butter, simmondsia chinesis (organic jojoba)
oil, euphorbia cerifera (organic candelilla) wax, limnanthes alba
(organic meadowfoam seed) oil, persea americana (organic avocado)
butter, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, rose mosqueta (organic
rosehip) oil, aloe barbadensis (organic aloe vera) oil, mica, rosmaninis
officinalis (organic rosemary), menthe pepirta (organic) spearmint
essential oil
pink berry for color– vaccinium macrocarpon fruit (cranberry) powder, chenopodium quinoa (quinoa)
extract, rosa gallica (rose petal) powder, nelumbo nucifera seed powder (lotus flower)
nude rose for color- vaccimium macrocarpon fruit (cranberry) powder, rosa gallica flower (rose
petals) powder
cinnamon red for color – chenopodium quinoa extract (quinoa), vaccimium macrocarpon fruit
(cranberry) powder
plum tart for color – daucus carota sativa (purple carrot root) extract
Monday, May 5, 2014
TEA (Triethanolomine) - Ingredients to Avoid #13
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #13
TRIETHANOLOMINE (TEA)
"Triethanolamine is produced by reacting ethylene oxide (considered highly toxic) with ammonia (another known toxin). . According to Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics, and the U.S. National Library of Medicine, there is strong evidence that Triethanolamine is a human skin, immune system and respiratory toxicant. One or more animal studies show sense organ effects at very low doses, especially when used around the mouth, eyes and lips, and one or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results. It has been shown to cause bladder and liver cancer, as well as changes in testicles.
Treithanolamine is used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products, including eyeliners, mascara, eye shadows, blushers, make-up bases and foundations, as well as in fragrances, hair care products, hair dyes, wave sets, shaving products, sunscreens, and skin care and skin cleansing products.
According to OrganicConsumers.org, Triethanolamine can cause allergic reactions including eye problems, dryness of hair and skin, and could be toxic if absorbed into the body over a long period of time. It can cause itching, burning, scaling, hives, and blistering of skin, all symptoms which may increase with higher concentrations"
http://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/triethanolamine
TRIETHANOLOMINE (TEA)
"Triethanolamine is produced by reacting ethylene oxide (considered highly toxic) with ammonia (another known toxin). . According to Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics, and the U.S. National Library of Medicine, there is strong evidence that Triethanolamine is a human skin, immune system and respiratory toxicant. One or more animal studies show sense organ effects at very low doses, especially when used around the mouth, eyes and lips, and one or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results. It has been shown to cause bladder and liver cancer, as well as changes in testicles.
Treithanolamine is used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products, including eyeliners, mascara, eye shadows, blushers, make-up bases and foundations, as well as in fragrances, hair care products, hair dyes, wave sets, shaving products, sunscreens, and skin care and skin cleansing products.
According to OrganicConsumers.org, Triethanolamine can cause allergic reactions including eye problems, dryness of hair and skin, and could be toxic if absorbed into the body over a long period of time. It can cause itching, burning, scaling, hives, and blistering of skin, all symptoms which may increase with higher concentrations"
http://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/triethanolamine
A Non Toxic Choice
| cleanser 4 oz. | |||||
| Item #: CL01 | |||||
| Our antioxidant and enriching cleanser leaves the skin clean and refreshed, with natural scent and sudsing. Can also be used as a substitute for soap and/or body wash. Use daily. | |||||
| Usage: Apply small amount to pre-wet face. Smooth on face in circular motion and rub gently, until foaming and cleansing begins. Wash away with a warm cloth. Ingredients: aloe barbadensis (organic aloe vera) extract, rosa damascena (organic rose) flower extract, cucumis sativus (organic cucmber) extract, coco glucoside, arctostaphylos uva-ursi (organic bearberry) leaf extract, raphanus sativus (radish root) extract, xanthan gum, citrus sinensis (organic sweet orange essential) oil, vitrus medica limonum (organic lemon essential) oil, citrus paradisi (organic pink grapefruit) essential oil www.atoxinfreelife.com | |||||
DEA (Diethanolomine, Cocamide DEA, Luaramide DEA) - Ingredients to Avoid #12
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #12
DIETHANOLOMINE (DEA) and COCAMIDE DEA, LAURAMIDE DEA
http://www.collective-evolution.com/2012/04/10/you-have-the-right-to-know-17-chemicals-to-avoid-in-cosmetic-and-personal-care-products/
"DIETHANOLOMINE (DEA) and its compounds cause mild to moderate skin and eye irritation ... exposure to high doses of these chemicals has been shown to cause liver cancers and precancerous changes in skin and thyroid. The EU classifies DEA as harmful on the basis of danger of serious damage to health from prolonged exposure. DEA compounds can also react with nitrites in cosmetics to form nitrosamines, which the International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies as a possible human carcinogen. Nitrites are sometimes added to products as anti-corrosive agents or can be present as contaminants. The degradation of some chemicals used as preservatives in cosmetics can release nitrites when the product is exposed to air.
The Danish EPA classifies cocamide DEA as hazardous to the environment because of its acute toxicity to aquatic organisms and potential for bioaccumulation.
The EU restricts the concentration and use of cocamide and lauramide DEA in cosmetics, and limits the maximum nitrosamine concentration in products containing these ingredients... MEA (monoethanolamide) and TEA (triethanolamine) are related chemicals. Like DEA, they can react with other chemicals in cosmetics to form carcinogenic nitrosamines." sadly, not true in the US.
DIETHANOLOMINE (DEA) and COCAMIDE DEA, LAURAMIDE DEA
http://www.collective-evolution.com/2012/04/10/you-have-the-right-to-know-17-chemicals-to-avoid-in-cosmetic-and-personal-care-products/
"DIETHANOLOMINE (DEA) and its compounds cause mild to moderate skin and eye irritation ... exposure to high doses of these chemicals has been shown to cause liver cancers and precancerous changes in skin and thyroid. The EU classifies DEA as harmful on the basis of danger of serious damage to health from prolonged exposure. DEA compounds can also react with nitrites in cosmetics to form nitrosamines, which the International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies as a possible human carcinogen. Nitrites are sometimes added to products as anti-corrosive agents or can be present as contaminants. The degradation of some chemicals used as preservatives in cosmetics can release nitrites when the product is exposed to air.
The Danish EPA classifies cocamide DEA as hazardous to the environment because of its acute toxicity to aquatic organisms and potential for bioaccumulation.
The EU restricts the concentration and use of cocamide and lauramide DEA in cosmetics, and limits the maximum nitrosamine concentration in products containing these ingredients... MEA (monoethanolamide) and TEA (triethanolamine) are related chemicals. Like DEA, they can react with other chemicals in cosmetics to form carcinogenic nitrosamines." sadly, not true in the US.
A Non Toxic Choice
| pretty in pink blush - 12 grams | |||
| Item #: BL01 | |||
| Formulated with silk powder, a natural moisturizer with anti-inflammatory properties, reducing puffiness and maintaining skin firmness. | |||
| Ingredients: Illite, silk powder, daucus carota (purple carrots), kaolin clay. Illite (French Clay has rich mineral content. and acts like a magnet for toxins. It improves blood circulation and makes the skin look radiant, hydrated, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and broken capillaries. It also purifies congested, acne-prone skin types.). In comparison to other synthetic powders that people commonly apply such as talc or even titanium dioxide, silk powder has the unique characteristic of air permeability, helping in maintaining skin glow. The chief ingredient of natural skin powder contains a balanced mix of proteins, and amino acids, which are vital for healthy growth and maintenance of the skin. The other main component of silk powder is a substance called fibroin which is an amphoteric protein, rich in alanine, glycine and serine. These are essential building blocks from which the protein the skin is created naturally by the body. Silk is full of anti inflammation properties which can assist to reduce puffiness in the skin and make it more firm. Not only does silk powder for cosmetics act as a natural sun screen, it aids in promoting glowing skin and a lustrous texture to the skin by absorbing excessive oil thus leaving the skin quite clear and soft.. Not only does silk powder act like a natural moisturizer, it assists in renewing old and damaged skin cells, thus reducing the signs of aging. Even pigmentation, like blemishes and freckles, is significantly reduced. The real color of the skin is restored as melanin production is considerably slowed down. www.atoxinfreelife.com |
Aluminum and metals - Ingredients to Avoid #11
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #11 -
ALUMINUM and metals
"Aluminum is found in some underarm antiperspirants. Like cadmium, aluminum is a metal that mimics estrogen and can also cause direct damage to DNA. ... breast tissue has been shown to concentrate aluminum in the same area where the highest proportion of breast cancers are originally diagnosed. The cosmetics industry uses thousands of synthetic chemicals in its products, in everything from lipstick and lotion to shampoo and shaving cream."
http://www.breastcancerfund.org/clear-science/environmental-breast-cancer-links/cosmetics/
ALUMINUM and metals
"Aluminum is found in some underarm antiperspirants. Like cadmium, aluminum is a metal that mimics estrogen and can also cause direct damage to DNA. ... breast tissue has been shown to concentrate aluminum in the same area where the highest proportion of breast cancers are originally diagnosed. The cosmetics industry uses thousands of synthetic chemicals in its products, in everything from lipstick and lotion to shampoo and shaving cream."
http://www.breastcancerfund.org/clear-science/environmental-breast-cancer-links/cosmetics/
A Non Toxic Choice
| mens aftershave and moisturizer 2 oz. | |||
| Item #: MAS01 | |||
| Massage a small amount on freshly shaved skin to moisturize and prevent razor burn. Provides soothing, nourishing and healing benefits. Use between shaves as general moisturizer for face and neck. | |||
Ingredients: water, helianthus annuus (organic sunflower) seed oil, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, prunus armeniaca (organic apricot kernel) oil, butyrospermum parkii (organic shea butter), citrus sinensis (organic sweet orange) essential oil,citrus aurantifolia (organic lime) essentail oil, santalum album (organic sandalwood) essential oil.
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Friday, May 2, 2014
Retinyl Palmitate - Ingredients to Avoid #9
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #9
RETINYL PALMITATE "is composed of palmitic acid and retinol (vitamin A). When exposed to UV light, retinol compounds break down and produce toxic free radicals that can damage DNA and cause gene mutations, a precursor to cancer. Recently available data from an FDA study indicate that retinyl palmitate, when applied to the skin in the presence of sunlight, may speed the development of skin tumors and lesions. FDA also raised a concern that extensive, daily skin application of vitamin A creams may build up in the woman’s body a high enough level of Vitamin A that may be toxic to the developing fetus." Why is this is many sunscreens and leave on skin care products?
http://www.ewg.org/2013sunscreen/the-problem-with-vitamin-a/
RETINYL PALMITATE "is composed of palmitic acid and retinol (vitamin A). When exposed to UV light, retinol compounds break down and produce toxic free radicals that can damage DNA and cause gene mutations, a precursor to cancer. Recently available data from an FDA study indicate that retinyl palmitate, when applied to the skin in the presence of sunlight, may speed the development of skin tumors and lesions. FDA also raised a concern that extensive, daily skin application of vitamin A creams may build up in the woman’s body a high enough level of Vitamin A that may be toxic to the developing fetus." Why is this is many sunscreens and leave on skin care products?
http://www.ewg.org/2013sunscreen/the-problem-with-vitamin-a/
A Non Toxic Choice
| lip balm spf 15 - set of 3 | |||
| Item #: LB02 | |||
| Fabulously smooth and soft lips will be yours with this delicious “hydrating” lemon lip balm with sun protection - spf 15. | |||
| Ingredients: olea europaea oil (organic olive oil), beeswax (organic), theobroma cacao seed butter (organic cocoa butter), butyrospermum parkii (organic shea butter), citrus medica limonum oil (organic lemon), zinc oxide ( 15%, non nanoparticle). www.atoxinfreelife.com |
Thursday, May 1, 2014
The "-eth" Ingredients to Avoid #8
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID LIST #8
INGREDIENTS THAT HAVE "-eth” like ceteareth, triceteareth, sodium myreth sulfate, polyethylene, oleth, etc. They can carry the carcinogenic contaminant 1,4 dioxane. "The federal Consumer Product SafetyCommission states that “the presence of 1,4-dioxane, even as a trace contaminant, is cause for concern."
From Women's Voices for the Earth - - "17 out of 28 products tested (61%) contained both 1,4 dioxane and formaldehyde.
- Popular products that contained both contaminants include: Johnson’s Baby Shampoo, Sesame Street Bubble Bath, Grins & Giggles Milk & Honey Baby Wash and Huggies Naturally Refreshing Cucumber & Green Tea Baby Wash."
- Several samples of American Girl shower products were found to contain the highest levels of 1,4-dioxane found in the tests
http://www.womensvoices.org/issues/reports/no-more-toxic-tub/
A Non Toxic Choice
baby body wash and shampoo 8 oz
.Item #: BWA01A one step organic cleanser for baby’s delicate body. Perfect for the most delicate skin, and the whole family. Naturally fragranced with certified organic essential oils for a mild, soothing scent.
Ingredients - chamomilla recutita (organic chamomile) flower extract, saponified cocos nucifera (organic coconut) oil, leuconostoc/radish root ferment, xanthan gum, calendula officinalis (organic calendula) flower extract, butyrospermum parkii (organic shea) oil, prunus armeniaca (organic apricot kernel) oil, vanilla planifolia bean extract,
citrus sinensis (organic sweet orange) essential oil
www.atoxinfreelife.com
SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) - Ingredients to Avoid #7
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID #7 - SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE
In addition to carcinogenic concerns, SLS has been implicated in hair loss as it can irritate and possibly damage the hair follicles. When used in shampoos, it can dry out the hair shaft and dull the hair by taking away its natural luster ... SLS has been identified as one of the primary skin irritants that are used in body care products today. It has the ability to easily penetrate the dermal layers and enter the blood stream. The caustic lathering agent easily destroys the lipid layers that keep the skin smooth and supple ... most soaps, shampoos and moisturizers that contain SLS also contain a host of chemicals, a huge cause for concern since this is typically what is more likely to breach the protective layers of the skin. When you use products with both SLS and other chemical toxins and preservatives, you are inviting these other toxins to more easily penetrate the skin and enter the blood stream. SLS has shown up in the tissues of the brain, liver, heart and other vital organs. This strongly suggests it is retained long term in several bodily tissues."
http://www.naturalnews.com/033932_sodium_lauryl_sulfate_shampoo.html#
In addition to carcinogenic concerns, SLS has been implicated in hair loss as it can irritate and possibly damage the hair follicles. When used in shampoos, it can dry out the hair shaft and dull the hair by taking away its natural luster ... SLS has been identified as one of the primary skin irritants that are used in body care products today. It has the ability to easily penetrate the dermal layers and enter the blood stream. The caustic lathering agent easily destroys the lipid layers that keep the skin smooth and supple ... most soaps, shampoos and moisturizers that contain SLS also contain a host of chemicals, a huge cause for concern since this is typically what is more likely to breach the protective layers of the skin. When you use products with both SLS and other chemical toxins and preservatives, you are inviting these other toxins to more easily penetrate the skin and enter the blood stream. SLS has shown up in the tissues of the brain, liver, heart and other vital organs. This strongly suggests it is retained long term in several bodily tissues."
http://www.naturalnews.com/033932_sodium_lauryl_sulfate_shampoo.html#
A Non Toxic Choice
| shampoo 16 oz. | |||
| Item #: SH01 | |||
| Custom designed to repair, strengthen and beautify your hair with organic aloe vera juice, instead of water, mildest cleansing ingredients with lots of lather and extracts that give you strong healthy hair, without harmful chemicals. | |||
| Ingredients: aloe barbadensis (organic aloe vera) leaf juice extract, coco glucoside, behentrimonium methosulfate, cetearyl alcohol, carboxymethyl cellulose sodium, dipanthenol, rice bran oil (organic), vegetable glycerin, geogard ultra, mentha piperita (peppermint) extract, yucca schidigera (organic mojave yucca) extract, equisetum arvense, urtica dioica (organic nettle), melissa officinalis (organic lemon balm), citrus sinensis (organic sweet orange) essential oil, citrus medica limonum (organic lemon) essential oil, punica granatum (organic pomegranate) essential oil www.atoxinfreelife.com |
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