Synthetic wall to wall carpeting in our homes isn’t ideal from a health perspective (read: Carpeting Conflicts: 4 Snag-Free Solutions). Carpet traps numerous amounts of chemicals, as reported by the University of Arizona (such as lead, arsenic and pesticides) in addition to biological contaminants like mold, pollen, dust mites, pet dander, dirt and fecal matter… Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Natural Mold Removal
Head to your kitchen. Grab some lime juice, lemon juice, vinegar, salt and baking soda ‘cuz we are going to whip up some healthy recipes – but, not of the food variety. Rather, these do-it-yourself, nontoxic solutions are natural techniques to remove mold in common places throughout your home: on curtains, leather shoes, outdoor gear… Read More
Reduce the Dangers of Chlorine With a Saltwater Pool
Everyone knows the irritating, bleach-like odor of chlorine. When exposed to significant amounts of this chemical, people may experience blurred vision, coughing, wheezing and burning sensations in the nose, throat and eyes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Chlorine is found in many household cleaners and, of course, it’s used to keep… Read More
The Get Into Bed with Us Sweepstakes!
ENTER TO WIN ! Essentia®: First Prize: (1) Kingston Dog Bed (ARV $149-$239) Second Prize: (2) Comfort Pillows (ARV $258.00) $500.00 Value in the… Get Into Bed with Us Sweepstakes! Pamper Your Pooch. Sleep Soundly. Breathe Easier. A quality, healthy mattress is, well, essential (or, in this case, Essentia®)! We’ve shown you before the uh-mazing… Read More
Homemade Coconut Oil Beauty Products
We’re obsessed with coconut oil. It’s a relatively new discovery for us and we’ve only been using it for a few years now, but can’t rave enough about its plethora of uses. We cook with it, bake with it, slather it on our face (it makes a great nighttime moisturizer), oil pull with it (learn… Read More
The Be Smart. Be Clean. Be Green. Sweepstakes!
ENTER TO WIN ! (5) Winners Will Receive: A 6 Pack Hands & Home Bundle Now you can try a variety of CleanSmart™ products in one convenient pack. The Hands & Home bundle includes: 2 – 23 oz Daily Surface Cleaner Kills 99% of Germs, Leaves No Chemical Residue 1 – 16 oz Disinfectant Spray… Read More
The Cook Your Way to Health Sweepstakes!
When you’re good in the garden, people say you have a green thumb. What, then, is it called when you are good in the kitchen? Whatever it is…I don’t stake that claim. However, I definitely consider myself a foodie and am obsessed with tasty, healthy, mostly vegan, sometimes raw and oh-so fabulous…food! If you’ve been… Read More
Ron & Lisa’s Favorite {Healthy} Things: 2014 Holiday Gift Guide
Time to create a healthy ho ho home + life! This year we’ve got your covered with our picks for the BEST natural, eco-friendly & non-toxic holiday gift ideas for the HOME, HOLIDAYS, $$ SAVING, HIM & HER! In the spirit of giving back, the Ron & Lisa’s Favorite Healthy Things 2014 Holiday Gift Guide… Read More