In today’s chemical-filled world, unwanted toxins can fill your home in an instant and they can linger for ages. Sometimes the smell is strong and distinct. Other times it’s a faint trace of chemical smells that’s just enough to be…

The idea of ditching your supermarket cleaners for natural alternatives might seem a bit daunting at first. I had so many questions before I made the switch myself… Do natural cleaners really kill germs as well as bleach and ammonia?…

I remember, years ago, when I would spend hours scrubbing down my house with commercial cleaners. When I was done I’d think, “now, THAT’S the smell of clean!!” Those fumes somehow made for such a satisfying smell. Together with how…

For most of us, walking into a public restroom that’s just been cleaned with bleach, or even walking past someone who’s overdone it with the perfume, can be unpleasant. That sudden waft of chemicals can knock you back for a…

You hear this all the time, right? Eating a vegetarian diet is better for your health! The problem with that blanket statement is that it’s missing a few very important points. Yes, eliminating meat from your diet is a great…

I try not to indulge in candy or gum too often, but when I do, I’m pretty careful about checking the ingredients first. I do that because I want to know what’s in it before I eat it. Pretty standard,…

You know that pesky white buildup that clogs your coffeemaker and destroys your morning brew? This hard coating that also lines your tea kettle and showerhead is simply a build-up of calcium, magnesium, lime, and other minerals that are commonly…

Did you know that fruits and veggies pack the most nutrition when they are ripe? Studies show that many of the food’s nutrients are formed as the food ripens. But the moment it’s picked, its sugars begin to convert to…

Obviously, no one wakes up and says “You know what? Today, I’m going to color my lips with toxins!” Yet every day we do, because some of the most popular brands on the market contain heavy metals, petrochemicals, and other…

Household cleaners often contain chlorine bleach as their main ingredient — and for good reason. Almost nothing is more effective at killing bacteria, viruses, fungus, and mold. It’s also inexpensive and a little bit goes a long way. Unfortunately, chlorine…