$JES 921 Book of Compassion Reverence For All Life Reference Book

Author(s): Pramoda Chitrabhanu, Pravin K Shah
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee

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12 - Alternatives to Animal Abuse
Use "Fake Furs" made of acrylics.
Toiletries:
Use toiletries without lanolin, animal glycerin, tallow or any other animal product. Generally, all commercially prepared soaps contain tallow or animal fats. If you can't determine ingredients from labels, do not use it and write the manufacturer for more information.
Household Goods Alternatives: Pillows:
Use Acrylic non-allergic material. Blankets: Use Acrylic or nylon material. Rugs & Carpets: Use Acrylic, nylon, or cottons material. Mattresses & Furniture:
Avoid horsehair and other animal hairs.
Brushes: Avoid "natural bristles - they come from boars. Use nylon only. Greases and Polishes: If labels don't have all ingredients, check out your favorite products by writing to the manufacturer.
Medicines, Drugs, Vitamins Alternatives: Vaccines, Serums, many Drugs and vitamins contain either animal products or were tested on animals. Meditation and yoga along with a good balanced diet, fresh air, enough water and rest diminish the need for frequent drug remedies. Occasional fasting and some herbs are some natural remedies.
Sports, Entertainment Alternatives: Encourage humane alternatives to hunting, racing, fishing, zoos, rodeos, and circuses, such as educational films of animals in their natural habitats, books and other educational materials.
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