While most people make green changes to their lifestyle to positively impact the environment, green-doers usually benefit from an improved health and well-being. Here are some ways that going green is not only good for the planet, but also good for you:1-Revamping your dietChoosing to eat ... Read More about The Green Chronicles: It is good for your health
Bleached. Recycled. or Cloth.
You are at home and spill something on the floor. What do you do? Without a thought, you reach for the paper towels to wipe it up. You are having dinner and are setting the table. What do you do? Out of habit, you reach for the napkins to place under the cutlery.You are at work and there is no ... Read More about Bleached. Recycled. or Cloth.
The Trashy Pavement: I don't understand
People need to stop littering. Seriously! Whatever happened to “Give a hoot, don’t pollute”? I think most people have thrown that saying out the window along with all their trash. I decided since I don’t live near the ocean or a lake or river right now, that I would take time out of my week to clean ... Read More about The Trashy Pavement: I don't understand
10 things you never thought to compost
Composting is a great way to differ tons of organic waste from landfills. Most people know to compost food scraps, grass and flowers, but did you know there is so much more that can be composted?Take a look at my 10 11 things you never thought to compost: ... Read More about 10 things you never thought to compost
10 Easy Ways to Go Green
I was asked by Diana a sweet, crunchy, and witty blogger to write a guest post on "10 ways to go green-simply." Of course I could not refuse her request, so you will find me over at Hormonal Imbalances today! Please go and take a peek at my crafty work. Have a great week-end everyone! ... Read More about 10 Easy Ways to Go Green
Would you Eat your Soap?
The government hasn’t stepped up to the plate to implement stronger laws to make our personal care products safer. Companies just keep going on their merry way doing what they do because they are not being forced to make changes to have safer products.So where does that leave us? We can demand ... Read More about Would you Eat your Soap?
10 Random Items Containing Animal Products
Whether you are a meat eater or not-there are many products that we use daily containing animal by products. Most companies do not have to disclose on their labels if there are in fact animal ingredients in their products; they leave it very vague. 10 random items that surprisingly contain some ... Read More about 10 Random Items Containing Animal Products
What will you choose?
Conventional farms apply chemical fertilizers such as nitrogen to promote plant growth, where as organic/sustainable local farms apply natural fertilizers (manure and/or compost).Conventional farms spray insecticides to deter pests and disease where as organic/sustainable local farms use insects ... Read More about What will you choose?
No harsh chemicals for this girl: Magnolia Organics Giveaway
Organic. Environmentally responsible. Fair trade. Socially responsible. Sustainability. Minimal packaging.All words I love to hear when I am purchasing anything from food to cosmetics to clothing to yes, even sheets.Most people know that eating organic foods are better for your health and the ... Read More about No harsh chemicals for this girl: Magnolia Organics Giveaway
Reducing your Plastic Footprint
Have you ever wondered how much plastic you use in a day? A week? A month? I have always been pretty conscious of how much plastic I use and buy on a daily basis, but I was curious to see if there was a way that I could further reduce my plastic consumption.This is when I decided to take on the ... Read More about Reducing your Plastic Footprint