How can you go green in your daily routine? First, you have to look at the food you eat, so you can be able to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. You have to understand that most foods have certain elements, which are essential in keeping you healthy. Diets rich in fruit and vegetables are excellent for someone who wants to enjoy a green life.
Other than enjoying a healthy diet, you also have to exercise regularly preferably in the mornings. Living a healthy lifestyle starts in the morning with a morning exercise routine.
Living green will be easier when you follow a daily schedule so you know when to exercise and when to sit down for meal. Most people skip breakfast because they lack a system to follow when it comes to healthy meals.
Stay away from bad habits like smoking and consuming too much alcohol since these habits have a negative effect to your health. Instead of smoking and drinking, participate in social activities. You can join a local club or you can volunteer your time and talents especially activities that involve movement so you can stay healthy.
Showing posts with label green life. Show all posts
Showing posts with label green life. Show all posts
Wednesday
Friday
Green Living-The Benefits of Green Living
Green living is starting to be a way of life from food, housing and the demand for green products. More people are changing their lifestyles to encompass a healthier lifestyle.
Protecting the planet is no longer the responsibility of only the government but everyone has to play a role in order to protect out environment and the world we live in.
Protecting the planet is no longer the responsibility of only the government but everyone has to play a role in order to protect out environment and the world we live in.
Benefits associated with living green are numerous the main one being allowing others to benefit from our efforts. Our efforts mean others are able to breath easier and enjoy their surroundings.
Green Living At Home
Green Living At Home
A green home is extremely important for healthy living. Building a sustainable home or renovating one will ensure an environmentally and resource efficient home. The new green building technologies reduce the overall building impact on human health and the environment.
Your green home should be:
- Energy, water efficient
-Free of waste, pollution and environmental degradation.
-Free of waste, pollution and environmental degradation.
A green home does allow you to earn tax incentives for energy efficient appliance and green products.
Recycling You Waste
Green living means you have to be responsible especially when it comes to disposing unwanted items. Recycling is the best option for a greener planet. You can start by keeping aluminum cans, bottles, newspapers, empty boxes separate from the rest of the trash so they can be recycled.
You can also start shopping for products, which are biodegradable so they do not pile up in the landfill. Avoid the use of plastic when shopping use only reusable bags.
Green living is a great example to pass down to our children who will in turn conserve the forests and protect the endangered species so that future generations find a place to live on this planet. Slow down greenhouse effects, global warming and carbon emissions for a perfect planet.
Tuesday
10 Easy Ways to Make Your Business Go Green
Whether you run a home-based business or a brick-and-mortar retail business an off-site enterprise, there are simple, easy things you can do to go green. And operating a green business is not only good for the environment but good for your business's bottom line because conserving resources and cutting down on waste saves money.
Go green by:
1. Turning off equipment when it's not being used. This can reduce the energy used by 25 percent; turning off the computers at the end of the day can save an additional 50 percent.
2. Encouraging communications by email, and reading email messages onscreen to determine whether it's necessary to print them. If it's not, don't!
3. Reducing fax-related paper waste by using a fax-modem and by using a fax cover sheet only when necessary. Fax-modems allow documents to be sent directly from a computer, without requiring a printed hard copy.
4. Producing double-sided documents whenever possible.
5. Not leaving taps dripping; always close them tightly after use. (One drop wasted per second wastes 10,000 liters per year.)
6. Installing displacement toilet dams in toilet reservoirs. Placing one or two plastic containers filled with stones (not bricks) in the toilet's reservoir will displace about 4 liters of water per flush - a huge reduction of water use over the course of a year.
7. Finding a supply of paper with maximum available recycled content.
8. Choosing suppliers who take back packaging for reuse.
9. Instigating an ongoing search for "greener" products and services in the local community. The further your supplies or service providers have to travel, the more energy will be used to get them to you.
10. Before deciding whether you need to purchase new office furniture, see if your existing office furniture can be refurbished. It's less expensive than buying new and better for the environment.
Sunday
How to Be Eco Friendly
What Does It Mean to "Go Green"?
The "go green" movement is becoming more and more popular because it's clear that green and sustainable living is the best living for us, and for the environment. The concept of living an eco-friendly lifestyle doesn't necessarily require you to sacrifice the things that you love in life, all you have to do is make a few adjustments that will make a difference.
For example, you don't have to renovate your entire house so it uses solar panels and solar energy. If you can afford to do this, it would be great, but most of us cannot. Therefore, you can still go green in your home by using energy saving light bulbs (ESLs) or using Energy Star appliances instead of standard ones.
What are the Benefits of Going Green?
Going green and living an eco-friendly lifestyle is beneficial to everyone because it is so rewarding. The results of global warming and the greenhouse effect are becoming more and more dire for Earth, as well as the human population.
If everyone could go green and use renewable energy, the environmental improvements alone would be amazing. Also, going green is an excellent money saver because gas and electricity don't exactly come cheap. Therefore, whether your motives are environmental, economical, or both, going green is clearly the best way to live your life in the years to come.
Thursday
Acai Berry Scam
Ever seen those ads that promise you weight loss- Turns out the company marketing these weight loss products has been deceiving people for a long time. They charge you a small fee of $4.95 for shipping then turn around and bill your credit card $68.00.
Acai berry in itself is a great antioxidant and fiber but experts believe people were lied to through some fake testimonials and slick marketing tricks to believe they can actually lose weight.
Listen to the experts-According to the Mayo Clinic website: “…research on acai berries is limited, and claims about the health benefits of acai haven’t been proved.” and And the American Dietetic Association weighs in with this: “…no human studies have yet found special health benefits from consuming acai.”
You are actually safe researching weight loss products before buying them. Companies like Shaklee have a very good weight loss product Cinch that is excellent. The advantage of buying from Shaklee is its outstanding reputation and the money back guarantee attached to every product.
Remember most diet fail to work because instead of you losing weight you lose the lean muscle instead. Moreover, that can set you up for future weight regain, because muscle is what burns calories. It’s key to your metabolism. Fat, on the other hand, is just—fat. Many diets also leave you feeling deprived, hungry, and finding time to prepare a healthy, nutritious meal can often be a real chore. When you are rushed, you often make poor choices, reaching for fast food or take-out options that are high in calories and fats and low in nutrition. How can you have a nutritious meal that is easy to prepare, tastes great, and will help you reach your weight loss goal? Learn More about Shaklee’s weigh loss products
Remember most diet fail to work because instead of you losing weight you lose the lean muscle instead. Moreover, that can set you up for future weight regain, because muscle is what burns calories. It’s key to your metabolism. Fat, on the other hand, is just—fat. Many diets also leave you feeling deprived, hungry, and finding time to prepare a healthy, nutritious meal can often be a real chore. When you are rushed, you often make poor choices, reaching for fast food or take-out options that are high in calories and fats and low in nutrition. How can you have a nutritious meal that is easy to prepare, tastes great, and will help you reach your weight loss goal? Learn More about Shaklee’s weigh loss products
Most of the acai berry ads have fine print disclosures so read them before buying otherwise you are better off trying Shaklee’s products since they have been in business for over 50 years with excellent reputation. Shaklee is also a green business so excellent for anyone who wants to enjoy a green lifestyle.
Tuesday
Green Life-Drinking Water Might Be Your Solution to Weight Lose
The new study gives hope to middle-aged men and women who want to lose weight the easy way. Those who fall under this category might only need to drink two cups of water before every meal to lose weight.
Well, if you fall under this category you will be much better drinking water than struggling with dieting. Simply drink water before every meal religiously, you will shade at least 15.5 pounds.
The study is good news although it will not apply to me for a while but I will still try the strategy. I quit drinking soda five years ago so water is my drink of choice. I know most people will find drinking water to be difficult but you have to understand dieting is hard and that is why most people fail.
Remember water is harmless and inexpensive compared to diet pills and diet books. You are actually better off drinking diet soda, tea,100% juice or club soda but I suggest water since most of your organs require water to function right.
Water is a valuable nutrient so it does make sense to drink water to lose weight and for good health. Just remember to filter your own water, this will save you money and you will also be earth friendly.
Well, if you fall under this category you will be much better drinking water than struggling with dieting. Simply drink water before every meal religiously, you will shade at least 15.5 pounds.
The study is good news although it will not apply to me for a while but I will still try the strategy. I quit drinking soda five years ago so water is my drink of choice. I know most people will find drinking water to be difficult but you have to understand dieting is hard and that is why most people fail.
Remember water is harmless and inexpensive compared to diet pills and diet books. You are actually better off drinking diet soda, tea,100% juice or club soda but I suggest water since most of your organs require water to function right.
Water is a valuable nutrient so it does make sense to drink water to lose weight and for good health. Just remember to filter your own water, this will save you money and you will also be earth friendly.
Monday
Green Life-Water Important To Your Health
Ever wondered why some people complain about weight issues and yet they still stop at their favorite drive through for a 32 oz coke? Water is the best choice.
Water is the most important supplement you can great for free or for pennies on the dollar unless you are still hooked to the bottled water. Your body consists of at least 55% to 78% depends on your weight you can see the importance of drinking water as part of your green life.
You are better of drinking water than drinking soda because with water you will be able to lose weight and enjoy good health. Remember every cell in your body needs water to function.
Do you want your skin to look young then drink water? Your muscle tone and skin elasticity will be excellent if you can stay hydrated at all times.
Dehydration can make you sick, constipated, backache, headache, pain etc. You can see the importance of water to your health is crucial.
Consider installing a water filtration system in your house since water bottles are not good for you because of the toxins from plastic are being leeched into the water. Best to buy water in glass bottle although filtering your own water will save you money and you will not need the plastic bottle. Plastic bottles increase the risk of cancer due to BPA (Bisphenol A) contamination especially when water in a plastic bottle is left under the sun in the car.
From now on just enjoy a glass of water and your life will be much better that is part of living a green life.
Thursday
Green Life-Drinking Water Is Good For Your Health
Why is water important to your green life and health?
Your body needs water to regulate body temperature and transports nutrients to all parts of the body. Water transports oxygen to your cells, protects your joints, organs and removes waste. Remember your body is 60 to 70 percent water especially blood which contains more water.
How much water does your body require to stay healthy?
To get the right estimate you have to take your body weight in pounds and divide by two. For example if your weight is 140 pounds that means you, should drink at least drink 70 ounces of water per day? Twenty percent of the water your bodies will come from the foods you eat.
Remember water is the best choice when selecting a beverage. Sodas have a lot of sugar and so when you drink soda you will be taking in more calories than your body requires. Juices are excellent since they contain vitamins and nutrients and herbal teas, which are not diuretic, are good for you. Sports drinks are great because they contain electrolytes and may be beneficial but you have to avoid added sugar and calories.
Leading a green life means, you avoid buying bottle water since it leads to waste and it is expensive in the end. So consider a water filtering system, when looking for a water filter consider how much water you will need to filter. Enjoy a green life with good drinking water.
Pitcher filters are excellent for small households therefore consider a water filter made from sustainable products because you want a cleaner, healthier and cleaner, healthier planet. Learn More
Monday
Green Life-Fish Oil a Dietary Supplement
What is fish oil and why is this dietary supplement important to our health and green lifestyle?
First fish oil contains omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA) and does reduce inflammation. Fish oil is a dietary supplement, which is from cold-water fish like salmon, tuna, cod, herring, halibut and mackerel.
Fish oil plays an important role in our health because it lowers blood pressure, lowers triglycerides, protects against heart diseases and so many other ailments.
Fish Oil Supplement and Inflammation
Fish oil supplement will be of great value to you especially when struggling with ailments like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Reynaud’s phenomenon, psoriasis and may help people battling depression.
You can also get the benefits of fish oil by eating fish especially salmon but you would have to each so much fish for you to attain the therapeutic effect. You can also find fish oil in form of chewable tablets or capsules. The capsules have to contain at least 30% EPA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid).
Remember to get the recommendations from your doctor especially when using other medication because it might cause bleeding. You also have to avoid high doses because of bleeding, so very important to discuss the inclusion of fish oil supplement in your regimen with your doctor.
Always Look For Fish Oil without Mercury
Your choice of fish oil is very important because of mercury. You well know most fish contain mercury and selecting fish oil without mercury is critical to your health. Look for reputable companies when buying fish oil and that is why selecting companies with organic or eco friendly products is essential. Learn More
Friday
Green Life-Is Cholesterol Good Or Bad For You
Why is cholesterol good and bad? It is good because it does sustain some functions in our bodies and it is bad because too much of it can lead to deadly diseases. Recently I stopped at my doctors to have a cholesterol check up and it turned out great because by nature I am a vegetarian. I started to wonder why is so much fear put into cholesterol -Are people misinformed or what? Here are my findings:
What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the liver. It is normally waxy in texture, you can control cholesterol by eating less fatty foods like pizza, pastries, ice cream or you can select the healthier options.
Eating high fatty foods leads to cholesterol being excessive in the body resulting in life threatening diseases such as coronary artery disease, stroke, heart attack or cerebral vascular.
Cholesterol is essential to our health
How is cholesterol essential? First, it does produce hormones, vitamin D and helps with building of cell walls. Cholesterol also helps in creating bile salts, which help in our digestive system.
Foods Important in maintaining good levels of cholesterol
*Eggs
*Meats
*milk
*cheese
*vegetables
*nuts
*olive oil
*etc
Types of cholesterol
Good Cholesterol -High-density lipoproteins…HDL…Good for our health
Bad Cholesterol- Low density lipoproteins…LDL…Create excessive fat in the blood streams
How can you reduce cholesterol?
First you have to watch what you eat especially foods with excessive fat or oily foods.
Here are some steps you can take today to ensure you succeed:
*Start by looking for low cholesterol foods like whole wheat breads, cereals, beans, fruits and fish
*Use olive oil or other healthy oils instead of the fat filled oils for cooking
* If possible, consume vegetarian diet
* Select milk and yogurt, which are low in fat content
* Avoid fried foods instead select steamed, baked, boiled or roasted foods
*For non-vegetarians select lean meats
*Keep you colon healthy and reduce cholesterol by consuming foods, which are high in soluble fiber.
Keep Cholesterol at bay
Stop smoking and chewing tobacco-Tobacco use can lead to lower HDL, which results in blood clots and heart disease. Do what you have to do to kill this habit.
Avoid excessive alcohol consumption: Drink less alcohol and if you do not consume alcohol, it is better if you avoid starting because alcohol leads to obesity, heart problem and stroke.
Exercise- Physical exercise will help increase your HDL level (good cholesterol) Starting walking, gardening, swimming, dancing or any other physical activity because with exercise you will lower the chance of coronary disease.
Avoid Excessive weight-Lose weigh because extra weigh does increase your cholesterol levels.
Consuming a balanced diet will also help in lowering your cholesterol.
Learn more about products related to cholesterol that are good for your green life
What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the liver. It is normally waxy in texture, you can control cholesterol by eating less fatty foods like pizza, pastries, ice cream or you can select the healthier options.
Eating high fatty foods leads to cholesterol being excessive in the body resulting in life threatening diseases such as coronary artery disease, stroke, heart attack or cerebral vascular.
Cholesterol is essential to our health
How is cholesterol essential? First, it does produce hormones, vitamin D and helps with building of cell walls. Cholesterol also helps in creating bile salts, which help in our digestive system.
Foods Important in maintaining good levels of cholesterol
*Eggs
*Meats
*milk
*cheese
*vegetables
*nuts
*olive oil
*etc
Types of cholesterol
Good Cholesterol -High-density lipoproteins…HDL…Good for our health
Bad Cholesterol- Low density lipoproteins…LDL…Create excessive fat in the blood streams
How can you reduce cholesterol?
First you have to watch what you eat especially foods with excessive fat or oily foods.
Here are some steps you can take today to ensure you succeed:
*Start by looking for low cholesterol foods like whole wheat breads, cereals, beans, fruits and fish
*Use olive oil or other healthy oils instead of the fat filled oils for cooking
* If possible, consume vegetarian diet
* Select milk and yogurt, which are low in fat content
* Avoid fried foods instead select steamed, baked, boiled or roasted foods
*For non-vegetarians select lean meats
*Keep you colon healthy and reduce cholesterol by consuming foods, which are high in soluble fiber.
Keep Cholesterol at bay
Stop smoking and chewing tobacco-Tobacco use can lead to lower HDL, which results in blood clots and heart disease. Do what you have to do to kill this habit.
Avoid excessive alcohol consumption: Drink less alcohol and if you do not consume alcohol, it is better if you avoid starting because alcohol leads to obesity, heart problem and stroke.
Exercise- Physical exercise will help increase your HDL level (good cholesterol) Starting walking, gardening, swimming, dancing or any other physical activity because with exercise you will lower the chance of coronary disease.
Avoid Excessive weight-Lose weigh because extra weigh does increase your cholesterol levels.
Consuming a balanced diet will also help in lowering your cholesterol.
Learn more about products related to cholesterol that are good for your green life
Monday
Green Life-Choose An Eco Friendly Drain Cleaner
Since you have made a commitment to lead a green life, it is best if you can avoid the conventional drain cleaners like drano because of sodium hydroxide. Sodium hydroxide is an irritant that can burn skin and aggravate your nose, eyes, and throat. The conventional drain cleaners are also danger to your children and pets.
A plunger or a drain snake along with some effort can easily clear your drain without the use of these harmful cleaners. You can also mix a handful of baking soda with a half a cup of vinegar and pour down the drain then follow quickly with boiling water. You can actually use the baking soda and vinegar on weekly basis on all your drains and you will never have any trouble.
Flushing your drains weekly will keep them clear, you can also install a small screen to keep hair, lint and other clogging elements out of your drains. You will be saving if you maintain your pipes and prevent them from clogging.
Always select cleaning products which are eco friendly because they good for you and the planet-Learn More
Thursday
Green Life-Ways To Help Your Children Go Green At Home And School
Teach your children the basics of a green lifestyle and they will not forget especially when they become responsible adults. Creating a generation, that value good healthy, excellent environment is a step towards saving the planet.
Lessons To Last A lifetime
Recycling
Teach your children from the beginning the importance of recycling by setting up a simple system with bins for glass, newspapers, metal and plastic. They can also learn to recycle for profit or charity. Also, remind your children to donate or sell toys and clothing before buying new ones. The system will help your home stay organized and your children happy.
Turn Off Water
From the beginning, teach your child to turn off the water when brushing teeth. Explain to them the importance of water conservation because wasting water means wasting energy and the natural resources.
Turn off The Lights
Teach your children the importance of turning off the lights when not in use. Also unplugging their games systems, television etc when not in use. Teaching your child these basics will lower your utility bill and you will be instilling a lifetime habit.
Teach your children these green life basics and you will set standards for the future when everyone will be more involved in protecting the environment.
Learn More about the products which are exellent for a green life
Wednesday
Green Life- Steps To Green Living
Do not go and buy a new hybrid can to prove you have gone green; you will be missing the point as to why people choose a green living. Why get in debt instead of keeping the same car you have paid off. Just take it for regular tune-up, oil change and other basic car maintenance. Buy a hybrid only if you have extra money or your old car is a clunker.
Now here is an easy way to enjoy a sustainable living, recycle, reuse, remake and you will be doing yourself some good as well as the planet. In most cities, it is mandatory to recycle and some even offer money in exchange for soda cans, bottles, old magazines and newspapers. Remember the landfills are bursting with all the waste from our never-ending consumerism.
Green living becomes even easier when you decide on green energy. The best way to go about this environmentally friendly idea is to change your light bulbs. Consider installing LED lights and changing everything else that uses energy to green technology-Your computer, printer or appliances. Saving energy is a big part of green living.
Another easy way to start living green is to change what you buy in the grocery store. Start shopping for food that is free of chemicals and always stick with eco products.
Buy green and you will lead a healthy life plus you will be saving the planet.
Walking is one simple way to enjoy a green lifestyle without spending money. Why not start walking today; it is good for your health. Walking is one way of appreciating nature and what it offers-beauty.
Always shop green cleaning products, avoid cleaning supplies that contain bleach, ammonia, and other industrial chemicals. You can make your own green products or buy them. You will enjoy good healthy and the beauty of the planet if you can start living green today.
Thursday
Green Life-Money Saving Tips Without A Money Expert
How To Save Money By Living A Simple Life
Saving money, protecting the environment and living a full healthy life go hand in hand especially now with the uncertain economic times. It just makes perfect sense to stretch every dollar you have while enjoying a green lifestyle.
First you have to consider all the things you need to live a happier and healthy life and those you can do away with because sometimes you can burden your live with none essentials which end up taking all you money hence sending you into debt.
Comparison Shopping-Best Way To Save Money
The age of technology has made it a lot easier to do comparison-shopping, which is really a good idea if you are considering saving money and living a green lifestyle. You can do comparison-shopping for groceries, gas, general household products and it is even better when you are shopping for premium products like insurance, cell phone or banking. Therefore, whatever product or service you decide to purchase make sure you are getting the best deal and there by saving more money. However, it is always crucial to stick with essentials and avoid all the extra services that you might not need or want.
Can You DIY-Answer This Question Before Buying And You Will Save More Money
So many items can be made at home with very inexpensive materials. You can easily make your own shampoo, household cleaning products; fix a bike, cut hair, fix plumbing, house repairs and you can do your own yard work. All this and others you can brainstorm do not have to cost you money instead you can be creative and save money in the end.
First you have to consider all the things you need to live a happier and healthy life and those you can do away with because sometimes you can burden your live with none essentials which end up taking all you money hence sending you into debt.
Comparison Shopping-Best Way To Save Money
The age of technology has made it a lot easier to do comparison-shopping, which is really a good idea if you are considering saving money and living a green lifestyle. You can do comparison-shopping for groceries, gas, general household products and it is even better when you are shopping for premium products like insurance, cell phone or banking. Therefore, whatever product or service you decide to purchase make sure you are getting the best deal and there by saving more money. However, it is always crucial to stick with essentials and avoid all the extra services that you might not need or want.
Can You DIY-Answer This Question Before Buying And You Will Save More Money
So many items can be made at home with very inexpensive materials. You can easily make your own shampoo, household cleaning products; fix a bike, cut hair, fix plumbing, house repairs and you can do your own yard work. All this and others you can brainstorm do not have to cost you money instead you can be creative and save money in the end.
Monday
Green Life-Natural Health Your Beast Option
Healing will only be effective and fast if you adjust your lifestyle. Avoid processed foods, sugars and foods injected with hormones.
It might be difficult the first time but with patience, you will be able to adjust your lifestyle to a point where you will not have any desire for processed food.
Convenient foods are actually bad for our health and you do not have to wait until you are very sick to figure this out just make the change now and save yourself from chronic illnesses.
If you are already, facing health challenges combine your regular care with natural health or neuropathy. Neuropathy is a holistic method of healing which appreciates the ability of the healing power of nature.
Naturopathic nutrition involves using fresh whole foods and supplements to achieve a balanced diet.
Sunday
Green Life- Why Antioxidants Foods And Supplements Are Important For You
Antioxidant is a group of organic substances which include vitamins A, C, A, manganese, zinc, a mineral known as selenium and carotenoids. Beta-carotene is the most well known carotenoid.
What are Carotenoids?
They are the pigment compounds that give the vegetables and fruits their bright color.
Antioxidants are important to your health in that antioxidants are effective in prevention of chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, stroke and other ailments that come with age and unhealthy habits. Remember specific antioxidants prevent ailments by destroying free harmful radicals inside the human body.
So in short, antioxidant is a molecule capable of inhibiting the oxidation of other molecules. Antioxidants are widely used as ingredients in dietary supplements in the hope of maintaining good health by keeping chronic diseases away.
Remember left on their own free radicals are capable of damaging cell walls, genetic material within cell and other structures, which may lead to disease. Antioxidants help prevent diseases by destroying the free radicals before they get the chance to harm your body.
Friday
Green Life-Liquid Laundry Detergent-Eco Friendly
Laundry detergents are suppose to make our clothes and linens smell great, remove stains and even keep clothes looking fresh and new. However, the regular detergents contain chemicals that could be harmful to you, your family and the environment.
Eco friendly Laundry Detergent
Chemicals you will find in your regular liquid or powder laundry detergent:
Napthas, phenols, phosphates, chlorine bleach, chemical fragrance, dioxane and sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate are some of the harmful chemicals you will find in laundry detergent with the promise of high efficiency in the detergent yet no one mentions the side effects especially to young children.
Chemicals Found in Laundry Detergent May Cause This side Effects
The chemicals found in laundry detergents may irritate skin, eyes and the respiratory system; disrupt hormones; and cause allergies, and some like naphthas, may cause some form of cancer.
Therefore, if you decide to pursue the green lifestyle by choosing non-toxic laundry detergent you will be making a conscious choice. Living a green life means using safe household cleaners, which are made from natural ingredients that biodegradable?
Wednesday
Green Life- Are Your Beauty Products Certified Organic?Eco Beauty
Since I started my venture into green lifestyle, I have come to realize that what is the organic stamp does not have to be 100% organic. A product needs only a small percentage to pass the test so do you know your products?
I know women who are health conscious are always searching for healthy options especially in beauty products because the regular products have all kinds of chemicals designed to make you sexy but dangerous to your health at same time.
Unlike foods, beauty products do not always have the same standards when it comes to what is organic and what is not organic. There are no strict criteria for an organic beauty product even when a product like shampoo for example has a chemical content of paraben it could still pass the organic test and will receive the organic seal of approval.
I believe there should be standards set by the companies who manufacture these products who ensure whatever says organic is organic. They should also provide more information to the consumer about what exactly the product. The dangers or goodness to the consumer’s health and well-being so consumers can make and educated choice on their own.
Companies who claim to have organic beauty products have to proof their claim with proven scientific tests. They should also tell the consumer the benefit of the product content. Those products should at least have 95% organic ingredients to pass the certified organic test.
Unlike foods, beauty products do not always have the same standards when it comes to what is organic and what is not organic. There are no strict criteria for an organic beauty product even when a product like shampoo for example has a chemical content of paraben it could still pass the organic test and will receive the organic seal of approval.
I believe there should be standards set by the companies who manufacture these products who ensure whatever says organic is organic. They should also provide more information to the consumer about what exactly the product. The dangers or goodness to the consumer’s health and well-being so consumers can make and educated choice on their own.
Companies who claim to have organic beauty products have to proof their claim with proven scientific tests. They should also tell the consumer the benefit of the product content. Those products should at least have 95% organic ingredients to pass the certified organic test.
Tuesday
Green Life-Cleaning Supplies and Air Fresheners Maybe The Cause Of Breast Cancer
I always wondered why how I got breast cancer. I led a very healthy lifestyle but recently I read this article posted on The Sun UK newspaper
By VIRGINIA WHEELER
Publisher
HOUSEPROUD women with spotless bathrooms could be twice as likely to get breast cancer, astonishing research claims.
Scientists claim the risk is doubled by the overuse of cleaning products that combat mould and mildew - and AIR FRESHENERS.
The amazing findings - which may even be linked to a bizarre combination of the two - emerged in a huge US study.
Breast cancer researchers for the American Silent Spring Institute quizzed more than 1,500 women about what kind of cleaning products they used - and how often.
Many were housewives waging a constant battle against bathroom mould and the build-up of mildew on windows - while at the same time trying to keep homes smelling fresh.
The institute's Julia Brody said yesterday: "Women who reported the highest combined cleaning product use had a doubled risk of breast cancer compared to those with the lowest reported use.
"Use of air fresheners and products for mould and mildew control were associated with increased risk."
Insect repellents also boosted the chance of getting the disease - although there appeared to be little linking it to pesticides. The institute urged further urgent research.
Ms Brody declared: "To our knowledge this is the first published report on cleaning product use and risk of breast cancer."
By VIRGINIA WHEELER
Publisher
HOUSEPROUD women with spotless bathrooms could be twice as likely to get breast cancer, astonishing research claims.
Scientists claim the risk is doubled by the overuse of cleaning products that combat mould and mildew - and AIR FRESHENERS.
The amazing findings - which may even be linked to a bizarre combination of the two - emerged in a huge US study.
Breast cancer researchers for the American Silent Spring Institute quizzed more than 1,500 women about what kind of cleaning products they used - and how often.
Many were housewives waging a constant battle against bathroom mould and the build-up of mildew on windows - while at the same time trying to keep homes smelling fresh.
The institute's Julia Brody said yesterday: "Women who reported the highest combined cleaning product use had a doubled risk of breast cancer compared to those with the lowest reported use.
"Use of air fresheners and products for mould and mildew control were associated with increased risk."
Insect repellents also boosted the chance of getting the disease - although there appeared to be little linking it to pesticides. The institute urged further urgent research.
Ms Brody declared: "To our knowledge this is the first published report on cleaning product use and risk of breast cancer."
Monday
Green Life-Clean And Eco Friendly Home
Keep Your Home Clean With Non Toxic Products
No one wants to get to live in a dirty environment and no one wants to get sick either: that is why you do everything you can to make sure your home and environment you live in is clean. Sanitize and sterilize your home and it is surroundings on a regular basis so you can defend your home from pests and diseases. However, most people choose to spend a fortune on products that harm the environment instead of protecting it I am talking about those toxic chemicals. Your best solution is to use eco friendly products.
Germ and Illness -Free Home
Living in a home that is clean means, you and your family are free from unwanted illnesses, because dirt is what attracts most germs and pests, which cause many diseases. In fact, if your home and its surroundings are poorly maintained, different bugs like mosquitoes will thrive in it. Millions of people die every year from bug related infections.
So keep your home clean and always use eco friendly products.
Save Yourself From Emotional Stress
Just imagine your child very sick because of an infection that you can easily prevent by cleaning, to make matters worse infections spread fast, and before you know it everyone in the household could easily be sick. This leads to emotional and anxiety and in some instances depression. So help yourself and your family by keeping a clean home using non-toxic products, which are 100%, guaranteed to be eco friendly.
Germ and Illness -Free Home
Living in a home that is clean means, you and your family are free from unwanted illnesses, because dirt is what attracts most germs and pests, which cause many diseases. In fact, if your home and its surroundings are poorly maintained, different bugs like mosquitoes will thrive in it. Millions of people die every year from bug related infections.
So keep your home clean and always use eco friendly products.
Save Yourself From Emotional Stress
Just imagine your child very sick because of an infection that you can easily prevent by cleaning, to make matters worse infections spread fast, and before you know it everyone in the household could easily be sick. This leads to emotional and anxiety and in some instances depression. So help yourself and your family by keeping a clean home using non-toxic products, which are 100%, guaranteed to be eco friendly.
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