How Nudism Can Save You Money [Home & Garden]

By Nathan Powers

Nudists (or “naturists” as some prefer to be referred to), have been the brunt of many a joke for many years. However, the truth of the matter is that living a nudist lifestyle may actually be far better for you, physically, ecologically and economically.

That dirty word – “Laundry”: Let’s start with the obvious. Nudists tend to wear as little clothing as possible, usually nothing at all, as often as possible or whenever conditions allow. Most live in climates that are tropical enough to maximize this opportunity. Wearing less clothing means washing less clothing and washing the clothing that they own less frequently, requiring the repair and replacement of clothing less often. They also tend to have less of a wardrobe, requiring less storage space. So here, we are seeing a saving in money spent on laundry detergents, gas and electricity to operate a washer and dryer, replacement clothing and repair costs, home closet or storage space. We also see less chlorine, phosphates, ozone and carbon dioxide pumped into the environment as well as a reduction in health issues related to exposure to the chemicals needed for properly washing clothing. (Chlorine bleach is one of the deadliest chemicals we can expose ourselves to).

Cooling Down: Since for practicality reasons, most nudists live in either tropical or subtropical regions, many homes and businesses in those regions have some form of air conditioning. Nudists can save money and as in the case of laundry, the environment, by being able to turn up the thermostat a few degrees and allowing the natural cooling system provided in our bodies to do it’s job. Also, if things get a little too hot, it is very easy to simply jump in a cool shower or hose off for a second or two with having to take the time to get undress and redressed. Besides, who wants to throw those sweaty clothing back on right after a shower.

Health Costs: There are other bonuses as well. It has recently been found that exposure to natural sunlight is far healthier to the human body than attempting to hide from the sun altogether. Regulated exposure to natural sunlight lets the body naturally produce all of the Vitamin “D” it needs to ward off a host of deadly and debilitating diseases, cancers and conditions, including MS, ALS, osteoporosis, breast, ovarian, prostate and brain cancers. (source) Even more recent reports indicate that almost all sunscreens are completely ineffective in reducing the deadliest forms of cancer, melanoma (source). Several reports indicate that the ingredients used to manufacture sunscreens are actually more harmful that the cancers they purport to prevent. However, by balancing the ratio of Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, combined with an adequate amount of Vitamin “D”, incidence of melanoma has shown to be reduced by around 40% (source). It is therefore better to gradually expose the body to the sun, slowly building up our body’s own natural sunscreen, melanin, being careful not to get sunburned in the process.

The bottom line is that nudists can save a ton of money by not buying sunscreen, simply exposing themselves to natural sunlight in appropriate amounts; there by creating Vitamin “D” for free and by simply eating a diet that balances omega 3 acids. This can be done through supplement or through adding fish, flax or kiwi fruit to their diets. The real savings come from not having to pay medical bills for treatments for all of the conditions.

Stuff: Nudism is often referred to as the “Great Equalizer”. When people are naked around other people, it is difficult to tell if a person is the president of a bank, or a school janitor. Consequently, nudists tend to be far less “class-conscious”. Nudists are typically less likely to want to keep up with the Joneses, realizing that not only do clothes not really make the man, but neither do homes, cars, boats etc.

More Health – Less Stress – More Money: Studies have also found that children raised in nudist homes tend to be more socially developed (and often more intelligent) than those raised in “textile” families. Nudists generally feel that they have nothing to hide. That attitude permeates the rest of their psyche as well, so they tend to be less stressed out and more sure of themselves. We have probably all heard about the health problems produced by living under stress. Nudists save money by not having to treat as many stress related disorders. (source – pdf format) Also, by being more self confident, and supposedly better educated, they are more likely to get better jobs, making more money.

Society: Those same group of studies indicated that children raised in nudist homes are less inclined to become burdens to society. They are less likely to become involved in early sexual or drug experimentation or to commit crimes against society. This is partially because they are not as materially oriented and because they are already familiar with the looks and workings of the opposite sex. In general, nudity allows them to be more open and honest in their family life, which is expressed in how they relate to others in general. Nudists save money by not having to bail their children out of jail, take them to the doctors to treat sexually transmitted diseases or help them raise unwanted grandchildren (as frequently). If all families raised their children with the same attitudes as nudists, we would all be able to save money by having to pay less in taxes to support fewer children of unwanted pregnancies, drug addicts, juvenile delinquents, vandalism, etc.

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How Nudism Can Save You Money

By Nathan Powers

Nudists (or “naturists” as some prefer to be referred to), have been the brunt of many a joke for many years. However, the truth of the matter is that living a nudist lifestyle may actually be far better for you, physically, ecologically and economically.

That dirty word – “Laundry”: Let’s start with the obvious. Nudists tend to wear as little clothing as possible, usually nothing at all, as often as possible or whenever conditions allow. Most live in climates that are tropical enough to maximize this opportunity. Wearing less clothing means washing less clothing and washing the clothing that they own less frequently, requiring the repair and replacement of clothing less often. They also tend to have less of a wardrobe, requiring less storage space. So here, we are seeing a saving in money spent on laundry detergents, gas and electricity to operate a washer and dryer, replacement clothing and repair costs, home closet or storage space. We also see less chlorine, phosphates, ozone and carbon dioxide pumped into the environment as well as a reduction in health issues related to exposure to the chemicals needed for properly washing clothing. (Chlorine bleach is one of the deadliest chemicals we can expose ourselves to).

Cooling Down: Since for practicality reasons, most nudists live in either tropical or subtropical regions, many homes and businesses in those regions have some form of air conditioning. Nudists can save money and as in the case of laundry, the environment, by being able to turn up the thermostat a few degrees and allowing the natural cooling system provided in our bodies to do it’s job. Also, if things get a little too hot, it is very easy to simply jump in a cool shower or hose off for a second or two with having to take the time to get undress and redressed. Besides, who wants to throw those sweaty clothing back on right after a shower.

Health Costs: There are other bonuses as well. It has recently been found that exposure to natural sunlight is far healthier to the human body than attempting to hide from the sun altogether. Regulated exposure to natural sunlight lets the body naturally produce all of the Vitamin “D” it needs to ward off a host of deadly and debilitating diseases, cancers and conditions, including MS, ALS, osteoporosis, breast, ovarian, prostate and brain cancers. (source) Even more recent reports indicate that almost all sunscreens are completely ineffective in reducing the deadliest forms of cancer, melanoma (source). Several reports indicate that the ingredients used to manufacture sunscreens are actually more harmful that the cancers they purport to prevent. However, by balancing the ratio of Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, combined with an adequate amount of Vitamin “D”, incidence of melanoma has shown to be reduced by around 40% (source). It is therefore better to gradually expose the body to the sun, slowly building up our body’s own natural sunscreen, melanin, being careful not to get sunburned in the process.

The bottom line is that nudists can save a ton of money by not buying sunscreen, simply exposing themselves to natural sunlight in appropriate amounts; there by creating Vitamin “D” for free and by simply eating a diet that balances omega 3 acids. This can be done through supplement or through adding fish, flax or kiwi fruit to their diets. The real savings come from not having to pay medical bills for treatments for all of the conditions.

Stuff: Nudism is often referred to as the “Great Equalizer”. When people are naked around other people, it is difficult to tell if a person is the president of a bank, or a school janitor. Consequently, nudists tend to be far less “class-conscious”. Nudists are typically less likely to want to keep up with the Joneses, realizing that not only do clothes not really make the man, but neither do homes, cars, boats etc.

More Health – Less Stress – More Money: Studies have also found that children raised in nudist homes tend to be more socially developed (and often more intelligent) than those raised in “textile” families. Nudists generally feel that they have nothing to hide. That attitude permeates the rest of their psyche as well, so they tend to be less stressed out and more sure of themselves. We have probably all heard about the health problems produced by living under stress. Nudists save money by not having to treat as many stress related disorders. (source – pdf format) Also, by being more self confident, and supposedly better educated, they are more likely to get better jobs, making more money.

Society: Those same group of studies indicated that children raised in nudist homes are less inclined to become burdens to society. They are less likely to become involved in early sexual or drug experimentation or to commit crimes against society. This is partially because they are not as materially oriented and because they are already familiar with the looks and workings of the opposite sex. In general, nudity allows them to be more open and honest in their family life, which is expressed in how they relate to others in general. Nudists save money by not having to bail their children out of jail, take them to the doctors to treat sexually transmitted diseases or help them raise unwanted grandchildren (as frequently). If all families raised their children with the same attitudes as nudists, we would all be able to save money by having to pay less in taxes to support fewer children of unwanted pregnancies, drug addicts, juvenile delinquents, vandalism, etc.

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Swimming Naked With Beluga Whales [Science]

These extraordinary pictures show a naked woman attempting to tame two beluga whales in a unique experiment. It was deemed necessary for Russian diver Natalia Avseenko, 36, to strip for the unusual assignment as marine experts believe belugas do not like to be touched by artificial material like diving suits. So Natalia bravely took the plunge into the sea as the temperature in the water touched minus 1.5 centigrade. The belugas, famed for the apparent way in which their faces are able to convey expressions, seemed to like the experience, frolicking for all they were worth. The taming of the belugas happened in the Murmansk Oblast region in the far north-west of Russia at the shore of the White Sea near the polar circle at a branch of the Utrish Dophinarium. An area of the sea is bordered to stop whales and dolphins getting out and instructors tame the mammals before they are transported to dolphinariums around the world. The whales pictured are named Nilma and Matrena. Belugas have a small hump on their heads used for echo-location and it was thought that there would be more chance of striking up a rapport or communicating with them without clothes on.

According to the Russian Emergency Service the average human could die if left in sub-zero temperature sea water for just five minutes. However, Natalia spent ten minutes 40 seconds in the water with no obvious ill effects. A yoga practitioner, she used meditation techniques and was able to hold her breath for ten minutes underwater.

We Want To Do The Full Montenegro! [Blast From The Past, Tavel]

This article was taken from Mail Online By Richard Webber (Last updated at 12:44 PM on 4th May 2009):

We want to do the full Montenegro! A nudist resort and a holiday letting business, two reasons why these British couples are banking on the Balkans

Eight years ago, Montenegro was still embroiled in the Balkan dispute, deemed an aggressor through its union with Serbia and suffering the effects of United Nations sanctions.

But after holiday-home buyers hailed Croatia as the 'next big thing' in 2004, it was not long before attention turned to its cheaper neighbour to the south, whose border lies ten miles from Dubrovnik airport.

British and Russian developers began exploiting this tiny nation's real-estate potential, and its emergence featured in property programmes such as Channel 4's One Year To Pay Off Your Mortgage.

What it lacks in size - it's no bigger than East Anglia, with a population of 670,000 - it makes up for in natural beauty, including stunning beaches along its 180-mile Adriatic coastline, seemingly impenetrable mountain ranges and historic towns. Today, it's a year-round home to about 300 British citizens.

But it was never entirely unknown. The mini-island hotel of Sveti Stefan in President Tito's time was visited by movie stars such as Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren and Kirk Douglas. More recently, supermodel Claudia Schiffer has holidayed there.

Next month easyJet resumes flights to Dubrovnik, which is served all year by BA and Flybe from Birmingham, and a fair number of passengers will head south to Montenegro, which split from Serbia in 2006.

Serbian speaking, Orthodox and with a far more casual view of government than Croatia, Montenegro experienced a mini property boom between 2006 and 2008, when prices doubled.

Like elsewhere in Europe, Montenegro has its share of halffinished building sites as the recession grips, but construction has not ground to a complete halt.

'There are some unfinished apartment buildings, but that's always been the case - projects are often started with minimum thought regarding financing the entire build,' says Matt Lane, 36, a former software development manager, who has been living in Montenegro with his partner Amy, 38, since 2005.

'But lots of properties are also being finished.' Matt's holiday business offers kayaking trips around the country's coast and rivers and he also runs property development company Blenheim Consulting (www.blenheimconsulting.com).

'There's nowhere like Montenegro for the range of scenery and opportunities,' he says.

'In early spring, there can be several feet of snow in the mountains, just 20 minutes' drive away, yet it is warm enough for the beach.' Home for Matt, Amy and their daughter Grace, two, is a twobedroom villa in the northern hilltop village of Suscepan, with expansive views of the deep-blue Adriatic below.

The house is on the market for €150,000 (£132,000) as the couple, who are expecting another baby, want to build a bigger home with rentable apartments.

Montenegro remains one of the poorest nations in the region and its infrastructure is in need of improvement. But modernisation is underway, thanks to European Union funding, with £26.5million spent on building a mains water and sewerage system down the entire coastline.

Another couple similarly charmed by Montenegro are former IT technician Steve Boyton- Jennings, 48, and his wife Denise, 38, a human resources manager.

They sold their three-bedroom house in Watford to move to Montenegro in May 2006 with plans to open a naturist resort - the former Yugoslavia having been a haven for Europe's nudists since the Fifties.

With a £200,000 budget, they bought a two-acre plot for €100,000 (£88,400), close to the Croatian border and Dubrovnik airport. Against a backdrop of the Orijen Massif Mountains, it has sweeping views of the Sutorina Valley.

But their vision to build timber cabins for their naturist clientele suffered a fatal blow last Christmas when the government announced plans for the Montenegrin section of the Adriatic Highway, which will link Greece with the rest of Europe.

'The proposed route cuts right through our land,' says Denise, who was reduced to tears when she heard the news.

'Building our resort was going to be an expensive project, so the risk of compulsory purchase orders and having everything pulled down was too great,' says Steve.

They have scaled down their plans to open the Club Full Monte in August (www.full-monte.com), an eco-friendly, clothing-optional campsite on the same plot.

Despite news of the six-lane highway, Steve and Denise, who rent a three-bedroom property overlooking picturesque Boka Bay in the northern town of Herceg Novi, remain upbeat about their future.

'The road will be fantastic news for Montenegro, even if it means our campsite lasts only a decade.

'The irony of our eco-camp eventually being prime land for un-eco things like roads and petrol stations isn't lost on us,' says Steve.

He feels that tumbling property values - between 20 and 50 per cent in some cases - will simply return house prices to a more realistic level.

Jelena Cvjetkovic, of Savills Montenegro (www.savmontenegro.com), acknowledges that some prices have dropped by as much as half.

Andrea Marston, of Montenegro Prospects (www.montenegroprospects.com), says there isn't a pattern to which areas or types of properties have reduced the most.

'Some sellers, including British people who bought three years ago when the euro was weak against sterling, can afford to drop prices significantly and still come out on top,' he says.

Marston is marketing the Jaz apartments, three miles from the coastal town of Budva, with two-bedroom penthouses going for €110,000 (£97,300), and one-bedroom apartments for €60,000 (£53,000).

'They were double that last year, but the Canadian developer wants to sell and move on.'

She is also selling a £220,000 two-bedroom frontline apartment in Dobrota, close to Kotor, which last year was priced at £398,000

SOURCE: Mail Online

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Fstoppers Original: The Tree Spirit Project, Nudes In Nature [Art, Video]

Fstoppers recently caught up with environmental art photographer Jack Gescheidt who is known for his landscape shots with nude people. Watch as Jack describes some of his most well known work including his photos of the Berkeley Memorial Oak Grove and Charleston's Angel Oak.

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Randonue to Gorges Daluis [Video]

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Jack Gescheidt & The TreeSpirit Project [Heroes of iNAKED]

Jack Gescheidt, a professional photographer since 1988, was born and raised in and around the wilds of New York City and upstate New York by two professional photographer parents, Rae Russel and Alfred Gescheidt.

His commercial and editorial photography has appeared in hundreds of places: magazines, newspapers, books, calendars, posters, greeting cards and in advertising: http://www.JackPhoto.com

The TreeSpirit Project is his labor-of-love environmental art project begun, serendipitously, in 2003 as a collection of photographs depicting humans in communion with trees. Click here to read how it began.



“TreeSpirit” combines Jack’s lifelong passions for nature, photography, people, writing, speaking and environmental advocacy. It is fueled by some of his most powerful childhood memories in the countryside: exploring streams and ponds, playing in fields and in the downpour of thunderstorms, and of course climbing trees.

TreeSpirit imagery has appeared in media around the world:

















“Out On A Limb,” a documentary film about Jack, his making TreeSpirit photographs, and the moving stories of volunteer participants, is in development: http://www.TheTreeSpiritFilm.com:



Jack now lives in the woods of west Marin county, CA. He feels privileged and grateful to be in the humbling, inspiring company of towering redwoods and Douglas Firs.

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