Many of us suffer from allergies, especially in this day and age where you’ll find over 80,000 chemicals on the shelves. So, why do we go to the store to purchase cleaners that contribute to an unhealthy breathing environment? Perhaps…
The problem with estrogen mimicking hormones
What is wrong with estrogen mimicking hormones? A host of common chemicals are feminizing males of every class of vertebrate animals, from fish to mammals including humans. The world’s leading scientists, who are saying that their research indicates that the male…
Is non-toxic really non-toxic?
A company may claim to be ‘green’ but actually words such as non-toxic, hypoallergenic, fragrance free, earth smart, and natural are really meaningless, so don’t always trust what you read. The best defense is awareness and education. For example, let’s…
12 Harmful Chemicals
Here are 12 chemicals that studies have shown to have serious health impacts: 1) Antibacterials 2) Coal tar colours: FD&C Blue 1, Green 3 3) Diethanolamine (DEA) 4) 1,4-Dioxane (present in sodium laureth sulfate and other –eth ingredients) 5) Formaldehyde…
How much water is really wasted from a water leak?
Like all other natural resources, we need to manage water use so the supply remains sustainable. According to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) more than one billion people – that’s one in six people in this world – have…
Clean Green ~ Don’t be Greenwashed!
First and foremost, it is important to know about the cleaning products that you purchase for your home and every day use because many household products that consumers regard as safe are full of harmful chemicals. These chemicals pose threats…
Clean your home with eco-friendly cleaners!
Let’s get right on the topic of bacteria – I mean, don’t get me wrong and don’t be grossed out, there is such a thing as good bacteria, believe it or not. However, bacteria can cause various types of disease…
Clementine All Purpose Cleaner
This is one of our favourite, seasonal, handmade cleaners. It’s smells delicious and effectively disinfects your home removing all those unwanted microorganisms, bacteria and archaea! We use this mainly on kitchen counter tops, cupboards and any type of surface! Just be sure to wipe…
Orange Abrasive Bathroom Cleaner Recipe