The Labor Day weekend celebration is a time for fun, laughter, food and invited family & friends…not uninvited ants! If you are planning a picnic, mountain or beach outing to celebrate this holiday, then you’ll be pleased to know you do not need to resort to toxic ant control remedies to protect you and your… Read More
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7 Secrets to Choosing the Best Air Purifier – Part II
By now you have learned of three of the basics filtration techniques available to purify your indoor air in 7 Secrets to Choosing the Best Air Purifier for Your Home – Part I. In order to make the right choice for your household, you still need to learn the dos and don’ts of the final… Read More
Life in a Toxic Nest: My Journey
I was over the ‘south bay’ moon when I moved into my newly remodeled California beach cottage over 9 years ago. It had new, plush carpeting, white thermafoil kitchen cabinets, a fresh new coat of paint, and an adorable little gas fireplace. Ahhhhhhh, that “new‑home smell” was proof positive that everything was fresh and clean!… Read More
Can You Really Grow Fresh Air? Formaldehyde, Benzene and Plants – Oh, My!
If the first part of this post, Can You Really Grow Fresh Air: Or, Should you Buy it in a Can? has your spouse in a frenzy because you have unwittingly turned your home into a greenhouse, it may be helpful to know a bit more detail on exactly what you are removing and… Read More
Is Your Boss Making You Sick? Or, Is Your Office to Blame – Part II
6 More Essential Secrets to a Healthier Office & Happier Hours Are you still suffering from the 9 to 5 GRIND? Do you suffer from any of these symptoms: headaches, eye, nose, or throat irritation, cough, dry or itchy skin dizziness and nausea, difficulty in concentrating, depression or fatigue? Then, be sure to read Part… Read More
What is ‘Fracking’ and How Might it Affect Your Drinking Water?
Natural gas has become a major source of fuel in the United States today, in part because of a controversial drilling practice that is earning a great deal of attention in the news: hydraulic fracturing, better know as “fracking.” But as fracking has expanded, so too have concerns about its potential impact on American’s clean… Read More
Reducing Your Housekeeping Expenses
Looking for a way to reduce those monthly bills and expenditures? Try cutting your housekeeping expenses. Most families are unaware of how much they spend on cleaning their house, and even less aware of how cheaper alternatives can be better for their health and the health of the planet. Here are some ways to downsize… Read More