This year, as you’re resolving to eat better and exercise regularly, to spend less and to save more, why not add “be more eco-friendly” to your list? Believe it or not, “greening up” your house and making the reduction of your carbon footprint a priority can play well into the other resolutions you will likely be [...]
Seasons change and so do you. While spring and summer inspire more eco-friendly initiatives, autumn and winter may put a damper on your green living habits. Here are some useful lifestyle and gardening tips that will help you stay green this fall. Cook Often, Stay Organic As the colder weather kicks in, you tend to stay [...]
Going green to save the planet has been a popular motto used by all kinds of people. From politicians to the everyday homeonwer, all of us have been affected by the cry for a more environmentally-conscious lifestyle and want to do something about it. The truth is sustainable living does not have to take a lot [...]
Composting is one of the milestones of organic gardening. Regardless of the current condition of your soil, compost will enrich the land and preserve your plants' health. The organic fertilizers improve the soil quality by helping it to better retain vital nutrients, air and moisture. Composting is not only beneficial for your garden, but also for [...]
Do you gasp when your utility bills arrive each month? If you are like most homeowners, you probably do! Did you know that leaving appliances and electronics running constantly, as many of us do, generates added energy expenses that can really add up? Do you really have clue how much energy your home actually uses--and what [...]
Before we start our daily routines or after a hard day's work, many of us love to rush home and retreat to our favorite sanctuary: the bathroom. The bathroom is often quiet space where we can clean up, cool off, unwind, wake up or relax after a long day. In my case, this is actually the place where I [...]
In these modern times, when everything is becoming more and more consumer-friendly, not all of us think about the environment. Fortunately, people who really care about their surroundings and the future of the Earth are looking for new and alternative ways to get things without harming Mother Nature. Want to do that too? Then read these [...]
Like me, I’m sure you worry a lot about the health and fitness of your family! You want everyone to eat good, wholesome food. You want to have plenty of energy. And you’re suspicious of all the unnatural chemicals in the products you use around the house – not to mention in the medication you give [...]
Going green can seem like a big challenge and a major lifestyle change. When you take a closer look at the numerous aspects of green living, though, it's clear that you can be much more environmentally friendly with just a few changes. Here are five tips for living an all-around greener life. Greening Your Automobile Expenses Many people don't realize [...]
Who doesn't love a fresh, fragrant-smelling home! A pleasant-smelling is a happy place to be but make sure to rethink how you tackle the stink. Think twice before you grab some of the conventional aerosol air freshener sprays, candles and plug-ins. For good reasons... Unfortunately, many commercial air fresheners are full of toxic chemicals that are [...]
The concept of solar energy is dated, yet to date, a small number of people are able to separate fact from fiction regarding pricing, positioning, the effect on the economy, and the future of solar power. Read the following for a better understanding of the alternative power solution and to clear confusion related to solar power. "Solar power [...]
If you’re not familiar with the newer A/C systems, you might be surprised to learn that they’ve become rather energy efficient. This efficiency has been objectified in the new SEER system. Here’s what you need to know about it. "SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It’s like an “efficiency-o-meter” and it tells you how efficient [...]
Freezing winter days are gone now, so you don’t have to stay locked in your home and hide yourselves from the cold any longer. Summer is here and you can benefit from every shining ray of sun to give you energy and refresh your mind and soul. There are plenty of summer activities which will stimulate [...]
Vibrant and interesting living walls are a great way to bring more life into most urban areas, not to mention the fact they will help make the air far easier to breathe around a home or office with their very presence. Creating your own is not really all that hard, especially if you make use of [...]
"Thank you for Upcycling! " Upcycling has taken over the green DIY world and it’s easy to see why. In fact, a quick search of “upcycled recycled repurposed” on the Etsy marketplace yields an amazing 32,069 results! And thousands of upcycled and repurposed creations can be found on Pinterest! It's not surprising. The idea [...]
Gardening is such a great way to take your mind off your daily stresses and connect with nature in an intimate way. Despite the great pleasures that come with gardening, there are also many obstacles to deal with, namely pests. There are many variety of insects that will stop at nothing to destroy your garden from [...]
When was the last time you cleaned your showerhead? I love to take showers, in fact, I enjoy them them more than baths. While daydreaming under the relaxing spray, it is easy to overlook the fact showers too need to be cleaned from time to time, in order to remove sediment, germs and mineral buildup--especially due to hard water. I was apparently [...]
Want to introduce kids to green living? Start early to make it easier for them to develop eco-friendly habits. Photo courtesy of Black Rock Solar via Flickr Guest post by Boom Rizal If you want to introduce kids to green living it’s best to do it early. The younger they are, the easier it’ll [...]
Wondering how you can help save the planet? What you do all day, every day can really make a big green difference. Small consistent steps add up to make a cumulative difference in the health of our planet. Living greener doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. The infographic below, "A [...]
The Road I Travel: My Healthy, Green and Natural Living Journey This post was written for inclusion in the monthly Natural Living Blog Carnival hosted by Happy Mothering and The Pistachio Project through the Green Moms Network. This month, our members are reflecting on the successes they had from last year, and setting goals for [...]
As I struggle to juggle all of the challenges and stress associated with holiday shopping, gift-giving and the demands of the season, a few thoughts weigh heavily on my mind. We live in a consumer-driven economy and society, and it is hard to internalize this concept. At every turn we are bombarded with billboards, television ads, and [...]
