The ketogenic diet has become extremely popular over the last few years, and its appeal is increasing the more people learn about it. Initially, the ketogenic – or keto – diet was recommended for children who were suffering from epilepsy, as it has been shown to reduce the effects of that affliction. The keto diet… Read More
5 Surprising Building Materials That Are Actually Healthy
As we move into the era of sustainability, the demand for building alternatives that are safe for the environment and humans has increased. Over the past few decades, we have started to understand the impact certain building materials may have on health. Many are joining the green community, building homes with completely sustainable non-toxic materials,… Read More
The Bring Your Health Home Sweepstakes!
Spring cleaning as a season may be officially over, but you and I know ALL. TOO. WELL. it’s never really over. Before you reach for those yellow latex rubber gloves and a hazmat suit, what if we told you there’s a better, smarter and safer way to get a sparkling clean shine and rid your… Read More
Cool Off with These Two Healthy Watermelon Cocktail Recipes
When you think of fruit and pair it with summer, the vivid hue of cooling-watermelon usually comes to mind. But, watermelon isn’t just another pretty face; it’s ultra-hydrating, low calorie and packed with vitamins A and C. While chomping on pink slices and spitting out seeds isn’t for everyone, sipping watermelon sure is. BluePrint is… Read More
How to Identify & Understand Various Household Toxins
By now, most of us are aware of the dangers outdoor pollution poses to both the environment and our health. Though technology has revolutionized virtually every aspect of life, there have been plenty of problems these innovations have caused on a global scale, especially pertaining to the automotive industry. Though worldwide pollution continues to… Read More
The Clean Home, Green Home Sweepstakes!
Mice are cute in Disney animations, or outside. And while we all love a cartoon-talking, cheese-chomping mouse, no one wants the sound (or sight) of a mouse in their house. If your home has been invaded by pesky rodents or insects – it’s time to say goodbye to roaches, rats, mice, ants, and almost… Read More
How Often Should I Clean That?
Summer is here and in case you missed the spring cleaning memo, it’s not too late to grab some rubber gloves. While some areas your home obviously need routine cleaning, other areas are a little less clear and they may not be scrubbed and scoured for extended periods. The infographic below from HappyCleans addresses all… Read More
Eco-Labels & What they Really Mean
Nowadays, many products boast some type of eco-label. Although these labels can be found on a variety of products ranging from household goods and cleaning products to personal care, food and building products, quite often we’re confused about what they really mean and their legitimacy. Not to be confused with generic marketing terms or a… Read More