Do You Need to Clean More Often? Some people believe that your home is a reflection of yourself. If that’s true, then mine probably says, “Please clean me.” For many of us (myself included), the thought of having to clean an entire home can be intimidating. After some research, however, I discovered not only why […]
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These Common Items May Be Doing More Harm Than Good Norwex Movement welcomes all the new members who have recently joined our ranks! We congratulate you for all the small, conscious choices you’re making that are having a positive impact in our homes and on our planet! Here’s a helpful blog that received a lot […]
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Images courtesy of Freight Farms No Soil or Insecticides Required Have you ever wished you could enjoy fresh, locally grown produce year-round, but weren’t sure where to find it? If you’re a city dweller, you could be in luck! Thanks to small, self-contained “farms” called the Leafy Green Machine, vegetables and herbs like lettuce, kale, […]
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One Year to Comply Chalk one up for the Food and Drug Administration! Because “antibacterial” soaps and liquids have not been proven to be safe, the FDA recently banned 19 ingredients, including triclosan and triclocarban, from these types of consumer product formulations. Manufacturers now have a year to remove these ingredients from their products, or […]
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Avoiding Harmful Chemicals Reports show that the cosmetics industry currently earns more than $60 billion annually in the U.S., making it one of the most profitable sectors in business. But as online shopping expands its reach into the beauty market, we now have access to countless products that may contain harmful chemicals. Check out the […]
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Where They Lurk and Why They’re Bad While phthalates are the subject of an increasing number of recent studies, there’s still a lot we don’t know. One thing’s certain though: they are everywhere, including in our bodies. What are phthalates exactly? And should we be concerned? What Are Phthalates? Phthalates (pronounced “thal ates”) are a […]
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Renewable, Sustainable Rice Husk: A World of Possibilities Who knew that something as small and seemingly insignificant as a tiny grain of rice could be the secret behind some of today’s most Earth-friendly consumer goods and products? It’s true. Rice—or more specifically, the husk covering each kernel of rice—is getting lots of attention as a […]
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Eco-Friendly Fashion Innovations From wine “skin” to street banners, these days the global fashion industry is breathing new life into existing materials—with some very interesting results! Check out some of the eco-friendly and intriguing ideas designers have come up with. Fermented Fashion Imagine “a garment that forms itself without a single stitch.” Using the “skin” […]
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Bleach Beware! When it comes to household cleaning, bleach is not your best choice. Bleach is a strong, corrosive material that can irritate your eyes, skin and respiratory tract just by inhaling it. And it’s even more dangerous if you mix it with other cleaners. Share this… Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Pinterest Tumblr Linkedin Print Email
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Beyond the Common Aspirin Millions suffer from migraines that seemingly strike out of nowhere for no apparent reason. And while an aspirin or two may help alleviate the common headache, migraine sufferers may need something different. Migraines may have a variety of causes, and what works to relieve pain for one person may not work for […]
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