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DIY non-toxic drain cleaner

Did you know that there was an easy-peasy, do-it-yourself and non-toxic way to unclog a drain? Yep, no toxins necessary! This is a great way to A) cut down on costs, B) protect your health and C) not feel guilty about pouring harsh chemicals into the public water source. What you need: Baking soda Vinegar A rag or scrap cloth…

How household chemicals have made housewives asthmatic

According to the Center for Disease Control, in one decade, there has been a 42% increase in asthma: 29% for men, 82% for women. This higher rate for women is believed to be due to women’s longer exposure times to household chemicals (let’s face it, even though gender roles have changed considerably, many women still do the majority of cleaning). Volatile organic…

DIY: All-Purpose, All-Natural Cleaner

Want to save some money and your health? Make your own all-purpose spray cleaner! All you’ll need is: 1/2 teaspoon baking soda A squirt of natural liquid soap 2 cups hot tap water Combine the ingredients in a spray bottle and shake until the baking soda has dissolved. Apply and wipe off with a sponge or rag.

Toxins and how they enter our bodies

What images come to your mind when you first hear the word “toxin”? For most, it is likely to be along the lines of these images: It might be surprising, then, that the most typical and abundant sources of toxins in our lives most closely resemble the images below: The EPA states that “a toxic substance means any chemical or mixture that…