Why spend a small fortune on fertilizer when you can create your own at a fraction of a price? These homemade fertilizers make use of readily available ingredients. It does take some time to put together, and the smell isn't always pleasant, but your garden will thrive and your budget will remain intact. … [Read more...] about Tips for making cheap, homemade organic fertilizer
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Are pesticides making your kids sick?
Cockroaches and mosquitoes can cause asthma, dengue and a host of other diseases. But do the pesticides that kill them pose equal, sometimes greater danger to our kids' health? Used incorrectly, pesticides can be very harmful when ingested or inhaled, or absorbed by the skin. Remember: they are designed to kill or harm living organisms (even if it if a pesky mosquito). And … [Read more...] about Are pesticides making your kids sick?
FAQs on Organic Household Cleansers
Given all the dangers of chemical cleaning products, it's safer to use organic cleansers that are made from natural like plants and minerals. Admittedly, they are a little more expensive, but they pay for themselves. The health and well being of your family is well worth the extra money. However, as a consumer, you have the right to know what you're paying for, and whether … [Read more...] about FAQs on Organic Household Cleansers
Use Coconut Oil to Lose Weight!
Coconut oil is very versatile. It is most commonly used in cooking as an oil for frying. But what most people don't know is that coconut oil is actually a good oil to use if you want to lose weight. But it's not just regular coconut oil that you should use. Virgin coconut oil is a very healthy kind of oil. It has no cholesterol and it is considered as one of the healthiest … [Read more...] about Use Coconut Oil to Lose Weight!
How to Minimize Your Baby’s Ecological Footprint
It's impossible not to worry about the kind of earth our baby will be inheriting. Will he have enough clean water? Will the air be so polluted that just breathing will make him sick? No wonder many moms are looking for ways to 'go green' and develop eco-friendly habits. We love the earth, because we love our baby. But here's an intriguing question: are our parenting … [Read more...] about How to Minimize Your Baby’s Ecological Footprint