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How to Root Basil in Water and Bring Bees to Your Garden
By Chef Mark Cleveland of Avanti Natural What culinary enthusiast could possibly resist fresh basil – always ready in the garden or potted on your patio or front porch? Also known as African Blue Basil, this wonder plant is a hybrid of two varieties. It is sterile, meaning it does not set seeds. That’s actually… Read More
The BIG Secret in Your Home That’s Keeping You Overweight
By guest blogger, Leslie Vandever You’re struggling with your weight. No matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem drop those extra pounds. Maybe it’s because you just can’t resist another slice of pizza or that cookie—or three. Maybe it’s because you really hate to exercise. Or maybe it’s a combination of both, along… Read More
Bugs vs. Pests: Understanding the Crucial Difference
According to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), termites alone cause $5 billion in property damage in an average year. That number rises after a year with excessive rain or moisture, so it’s no wonder that the pest control industry reports some $7.213 billion in annual billing. However, not every bug requires red flags and… Read More
7 Nontoxic Perfume & Fragrance Alternatives
Let’s face it – synthetic perfume and fragrance… STINK! When you discover the sinister chemicals lurking behind these words, you’ll realize they should more appropriately be named Eau de Nausea or Toxic Toilette! The EPA found the following health problems associated with synthetic fragrance exposure: asthma, fatigue, eye irritation, sinusitis, skin problems, kidney and liver… Read More
How Much Poison is in Your Food?
As the saying goes, you are what you eat. And, as another saying goes, so don’t be fast, easy, cheap or fake. Here’s why… Related Articles: Sip Your Way to Health With Sensational Smoothies! Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Soup Does Your Cup of Coffee Contain a Latte of Chemicals? Strawberry Fields Forever: RAW Strawberry Almond… Read More
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4 Healthy Flooring Alternatives for a Greener Home
Flooring is a feature that’s easy to overlook when considering how to green your home. But flooring choices not only affect the environment—they can affect the health of your family. Carpet can harbor dirt and allergens that exacerbate asthma or allergies; both carpet and floor finishes can contain chemicals that off-gas and harm indoor air… Read More