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Resomation Is The New Cremation
Christine Fleming
You may be thinking about cremation for when you pass on for many reasons. It's cost-effective, still gives your family something to remember you by with a decorative urn, and may sound less daunting than being buried in a coffin. A new alternative to cremation is growing among funeral homes, and may be something you want to consider for yourself: resomation. Discover what resomation is, what makes it different than classic cremation, and how having it done can actually make a positive impact on the environment.
What is resomation?
Resomation is the process of dissolving a deceased body using lye and hot water. The tissues of the body, including organs, skin, muscles, and fat are turned into a sterile liquid that is disposed of by going down a special drain for safe disposal. The bones that are left behind can then be ground into a powder similar to cremated ashes and given to surviving family members as a keepsake or memorial. The entire process takes under 3 hours under normal circumstances.
What makes resomation different?
With classic cremation, flames are used to apply high heat to the body until it is burned down into ashes. With resomation, the body is simply dissolved in a controlled environment. Science argues that using lye and hot water accelerates the natural decomposing process that every body goes through after death, and is considered a much healthier alternative than regular cremation. Many funeral homes will place the body in a casket when they do the procedure to offer respect and dignity to the family left behind.
How does resomation help the environment?
Resomation is growing in popularity among funeral homes because it provides many benefits to the environment as a whole. First of all, with resomation (as with cremation), you are not taking up valuable earth with the width of a casket. Secondly, resomation does not release any carbon into the air like cremation does. In fact, it has little to no environmental impact at all. Even the liquid left behind after the process is over is sterile, which means it does not harm the earth's water supply. You can feel confident that your remains will have a positive impact on the planet after your passing when you choose this cremation alternative.
When you pass on, you may want to consider resomation instead of classic cremation to dispose of your body. Your family members can feel relieved that you are being taken care of in a respectful manner that does not harm the environment, and they can still keep your remains for their own use and comfort. With many funeral homes now offering this green alternative to cremation, you may be able to easily find one who can provide this service for you. Contact a company like Affordable Burial & Cremation for more information.
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