By now, you should be aware of certain household plants that not only produce oxygen, but also absorb toxic gases and chemical vapors from the air we breathe as proven by NASA in the Clean Air Study. If you are in our 30-day online program, Change Your Home. Change Your Health, you are quite familiar… Read More
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Vegan Peanut Butter-Yam Spread Recipe
By Chef Mark Cleveland of Avanti Natural Spring has sprung and – let’s face it – we all want to spend more time outside. Since our energy levels are in high gear this season, our bodies require flavorful, healthy foods that take little time to whip up; allowing us more time outdoors. This three ingredient… Read More
Dangers of Off-Gassing in Your Home
Off-gassing is the passive release of VOC’s, or – volatile organic compounds – into the air we breathe. It is often referred to as out-gassing and can be associated with that ‘new home smell’ from common household products. Off-gassing can also be odorless. Potential sources of off-gassing range from construction materials to carpeting, cabinetry, furniture,… Read More
The Filter Your Vents Sweepstakes!
ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN! The VentMask® Three Winners Will Receive: A Year Supply of VentiMask® for Their Home (16 filters per family) Total Value Over $240.00 in the… Filter Your Vents Sweepstakes! Have you ever looked at the vent registers located high on the ceilings (and occasionally on the floor) in your home,… Read More
How to Create an Eco Chic Mother’s Day Spa Retreat at Home
Mother’s Day is right around the corner. Celebrate mom and all of the things she does for the family by treating her to a day of spa-inspired relaxation and rejuvenation in the comfort of her own home. Here are four tips to make mom feel special on Mother’s Day: 1.) Treat Her to {Organic} Breakfast… Read More
How to Design Your Bedroom for a Good Night’s Sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep is not a luxury – it’s a necessity! After all, we spend one third of our life in this room. But, do you wake up feeling refreshed and rested? It may be time to take an inventory of your bedroom. Are you sleeping on organic bedding materials? Is this room… Read More
Spicy Summer Pesto Recipe – Nut, Dairy & Gluten-Free
By Chef Tanya Fuqua Perfect for warm days and summer nights, pesto is a versatile staple that everyone should have in their kitchen. Most people are familiar with Italian pesto which is delicious stuff, but I’ve been craving a pesto with some heat. This led me to some familiar Asian-inspired ingredients. I’ve used chiles, ginger,… Read More
What’s in the Air we Breathe?
Happy Earth Day (April 22nd)! The below graphic is a great preview into what is going on with the state of our air quality today. According to the American Lung Association, the average adult takes 15 to 20 breaths a minute – over 20,000 breaths a day. That’s a lot of air. Don’t you want… Read More