Free Range or Free Roaming:
There is no guarantee that the cows and chickens actually got … Read more
There’s a maze of “green” plastics on the market today. Are they really as earth-friendly as they claim to be? Here’s a breakdown of some of the plastic labels you may come … Read more
Mix something sweet, such as jam or honey, with borax to make an effective ant poison. Put the mixture on small saucers and place them near ant trails. Don’t use it if you have small children or pets that may unknowingly eat … Read more
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Hybrid cars are the most popular by far of the alternative energy vehicles. They have both battery and a regular gasoline engine. Hybrids do not need to be plugged in and result in much better than average gas mileage by storing the energy used during braking in the battery, then using it to supplement the gasoline … Read more
Producing fabrics and clothes has a big impact on the planet, directly affecting the health of the people and the local ecosystems. Fortunately, there are plenty of greener options when it comes to fabric, and lots of designers are working with … Read more
A number of essential oils have amazing antiseptic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiviral properties, and can be used as effective cleaners with a pleasant … Read more
There are lots of options for outfitting a floor in an environmentally sustainable fashion for about the same price as traditional floors:
“Natural linoleum” looks like regular, but, as opposed to regular linoleum from polyvinyl chloride, is made from sustainable resources, such as pine rosin, flax seed, clay and jute. Moreover, natural linoleum has anti-bacterial properties that inhibit growth of some … Read more
Are you looking for an alternative to those stinky PVC (polyvinyl chloride) yoga mats that contain toxic phthalates, dioxins and heavy metals? Quite a few companies offer eco-friendly mats that would be much better for your health and for the environment. Here are common options you’ll come across in searching for an eco-friendly yoga … Read more
Originally, castile soap was an olive oil based soap made in the Castile region of Spain. Today, “castile” refers to any soap that is made from vegetable oil rather than animal fat and synthetic substances. Liquid castile soap is natural, biodegradable, and versatile product with numerous effective applications. I know 12 great uses for castile soap, are there any I missed? I would love to hear your … Read more
