To stay safe, make sure you know what kind of Pyrex you have, where it was made, and whether it can go from the freezer to the oven without shattering. Reprinted with permission from Buy-It-Once.com.
5 Ways Decluttering Your Home Improves Your Health
There are lots of practical and “green” reasons for decluttering your home: √ Getting rid of extra stuff allows you to share with others. √ Selling unwanted items earns you extra cash. √ Freeing up useful space allows you to enjoy your home more. √ Giving your excess stuff to others is good for the planet because it saves energy, […]
Start the New Year Using Non-Toxic Shampoo
Here’s a simple resolution to start 2016 with: Switch to non-toxic shampoo. Why does it matter? Here’s the lowdown. Many shampoos contain a potent cocktail of chemicals that include synthetic fragrances, phthalates, antibacterial agents, dyes and colorings. None of these ingredients are good for either you or the planet. Χ – Synthetic fragrances and phthalates […]
Are You Breathing Icky Air? Or Do You Use a Humidifier Air Filter?
It’s great to crank up the heat when winter hits and we need to stay warm. But overly warm, dry air can make you pretty uncomfortable. ♦ Low humidity can dry out the mucous membranes that line the nose and throat, causing irritation that may lead to a bloody nose. ♦ Overly dry air can […]
Eco-Friendly Stocking Stuffers for Your Favorite DIY-er
Looking for a gift for your favorite DIY-er? Here are 7 eco-friendly stocking stuffers that any handy person will appreciate. Glide Lubricant & Protectant – Throw out the WD-40! Glide Lubricant is the green alternative for oiling a squeaky door, bicycle chain, or sticky zipper. In fact, take a look here at all its potential […]
White Xmas or Smoggy One? This Energy-Saving Green Guide to the Holidays Will Help Keep It Clean
It never makes sense to use more energy than you need. Not only does that cost you more money, but burning fuels pollutes the air. Most people want a white Christmas, not a smoggy one! Here are several ways you can help keep the air you breathe clean and healthy by being smart about how […]
The Green Office Starter Kit Will Help You Waste Less, Breathe Better
Whether you work at home or have a small business, you can have a big environmental impact depending on the paper products and cleaning products you use. Our sponsor for this post, Dolphin Blue, has pulled together a “Green Office Starter Kit” to make it easier to waste less and create a healthier environment no […]
Is Perfume at Work Making You Sick?
368views Do you hate the thought of going to the office because you can’t stand the overpowering smells of aftershave or perfume at work? Air pollution at work due to fragrances your colleagues wear has become almost as big an issue as secondhand smoke used to be. Both are about indoor air quality and public health. […]
