Green Goals
The Crunchy Domestic Goddess asked us what our green goals are for this year. In 2009, I hope to: Get a new bike and a bike for McKay ... chemicals from beauty products to cleaning products. When I buy new ones, I'm trying to make sure they're ... at the thrift store and then taking it out and reusing the yarn? Much cheaper.Keep up on our car [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 15:44:34
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The positives of using Household cleaning products
Being able to sign the contract on a new home is a wonderful feeling ... remover can destroy rust without using toxic chemicals. Its pretty cool how a non acidic product ... Green remind you of something? most of these cleaning products are safe to use. Toxic chemicals [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 16:06:51
Start Green Cleaning Now!
Busby SEO Test Global climate change has become a matter of increased significance among many companies ... cleaning aims to eliminate use of these toxic chemicals entirely. Advancements in chemical technology ... . As a result, products and activities have started to turn “green.” The world of cleaning products [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 14:21:34
11 Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System Naturally
It is necessary to strengthen your immune system in order to meet the challenges that our body encounters on a daily basis ... in your environment. Air Pollution, smoking, cleaning products will stress your immune system with frequent exposure. Many common household cleaning products contains toxic and poisonous chemicals [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 17:15:48
Eco Store December 6, 2008
Posted by Mistress B in Blogging stuff, Health, Housekeeping. Tags: cleaning products, Eco Store, product testing, soaptrackback A little while ago ... -based company that produces household cleaning and body products that contain no nasty chemicals” [more...]
Date: 2008-12-06 00:29:25
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Men under threat from 'gender bending' chemicals - Telegraph: ... , environmental group.The authors claim that the chemicals found in food packaging, cleaning products, plastics ... have disturbing implications for human health.Gywnne Lyons, a former Government advisor on chemical [more...]
Date: 2008-12-09 11:23:00
Green Cleaning Products?
Charing Ball researches what the household cleaner” Simple Green” is made of, and discovers that Simple Green is not that simple and contains a toxic chemical agent. The first ... green household cleaning products may not be such a bad idea.Possibly related posts: (automatically [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 16:55:27
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Fresh eggs: clean green Daniel Jeffreys - SCMP - Updated on Jan 18, 2009 Traditionally, ... at ThreeSixty, who describes himself as a dedicated environmentalist. “Using chemical-free cleaning ... and apartments will be scoured with all manner of cleaning fluids to ensure bad luck and evil spirits [more...]
Date: 2009-01-18 01:22:18
White distilled vinegar:a multipurpose cleaner
Are you tired of using cleaning products with chemicals?Try using white distilled vinegar ... into the spray bottle then clean and shine the appliances,windows,mirrors,glass,stainless steel ... .It is not only use for cooking but a multi-purposee cleaner too.It's a non-toxic product [more...]
Date: 2008-12-14 21:28:50
Pharmaceutical Field Sales Exec- Midland
Our Client is one of the major players in the Irish Hygiene supplies and services market ... silent closing waste disposal bins, industrial and commercial floor cleaning equipment, and most ... . The company deals with suppliers of cleaning equipment, chemicals and other hygiene products [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 16:27:27
Field Sales Exec- Mullingar
Our Client is one of the major players in the Irish Hygiene supplies and services market ... include silent closing waste disposal bins, industrial and commercial floor cleaning equipment, and most ... needs. The company deals with suppliers of cleaning equipment, chemicals and other hygiene products [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 15:58:40
Decor - Easy, Eco-Friendly Bathroom Cleaning
You know how after you clean your bathroom with harsh chemical products it reeks for days? ... your tub fresh, the Green Mandarin and Leaf shower cleaner by Seventh Generation is non-toxic ... Enzymes’ natural drain opener. This eco-alternative is a non-caustic, non-toxic and biodegradable way [more...]
Date: 2008-07-28 16:37:00
Our Home-Grown Melamine Problem
by James E. McWilliams CHINA’S food supply appears to be awash in the industrial chemical melamine ... s a common ingredient in cleaning products, waterproof plywood, plastic compounds, cement, ink and fire-retardant paint. Chemical plants throughout the United States produce millions of pounds [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 03:14:10
Housecleaning 101
Lately I've had TONS of people asking me what cleaning products and cleaning strategies I use ... is cleaning. I don't like to read, do crafts, surf the net, go shopping, or watch TV during the day ... Kitchen Cleaner - Make sure your kitchen cleaner has an antibacterial chemical in it...cause [more...]
Date: 2008-11-08 20:54:00
John Travolta’s Son Jett Has Died
Such horrible, shocking news I can’t believe it ... which Kelly believed was a result of harsh household cleaning products. This prompted her to lobby for more detailed labeling on chemical products. She credits Scientology’s detoxification program [more...]
Date: 2009-01-02 23:09:21
kabul safer than wal-mart
dang. for the second time in a week or so, i'm reading about deaths at wal-mart. i knew that wal-mart was evil, but this is getting ridiculous ... . i liked that they were open 24 hours. you could go there at 1 a.m. to buy your cleaning products ... to go. something about breathing in the chemical smell and the reassuring whirr of the floor polisher [more...]
Date: 2008-12-08 23:34:00
The Making of a Green Mom: Courteney Cox
Among my friends, I’m the "green" novice. I was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, which wasn’t as progressive a city as Los Angeles ... products—organic food, non-chemical shampoos, body lotions, and cleaning products. Don’t get me wrong [more...]
Date: 2008-12-14 11:32:00
Having Oily Skin? Consider Skin Care Treatment
... of moisture. People with this kind of skin dont need to take any special care and basic cleaning ... as such products may sometimes contain harmful chemicals. Oily skin type is inherently very sensitive and may [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 08:16:58
Solar Power’s Troubled Horizon
An enormous number of wineries have gone solar in the United States, the majority here in California ... green house gas, nitrogen triflouride (NF3), used as a cleaning agent in the production of the products ... ) can be called the missing greenhouse gas: It is a synthetic chemical produced in industrial quantities [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 05:02:40
steam cleaners meant for household cleaning
steam cleaners are provided with some cleaning heads so the product provides superb results, cleaning carpets, fabrics, work surfaces,tiles etc.steam cleaners use a method of cleaning that is quick, hygienic, and doesn’t use household chemicals. read more [more...]
Date: 2008-06-19 04:21:32
Twenty-Five More Frugal Things I Do
I wrote a post called 25 Things I Do shortly after starting this blog ... - as I go, with a minimum of fuss and expensive, (and chemical laden) cleaning products. What frugal things [more...]
Date: 2008-10-13 10:00:34
Lauderhill (Broward County) Florida Day Care Center Under Investigation After Baby (Robert Porter) Was Scalded / Burned
The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reported that an 8 month old baby, Robert Porter, ... . . ., chemical and cleaning products, medications, and other things that could potentially hard [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 11:00:38
10% off for vacuum parts
Is there any discount on vacuum cleaner bags, belts, filters or any other parts? ... of vacuum. EZVacuum not only provide vacuum product but also chemical and other cleaning solution for pet [more...]
Date: 2008-11-16 23:54:26
The positives of using Non toxic cleaning products
Being able to sign the contract on a new home is a wonderful feeling. One of the best reasons to buy a new house is to start new memories ... and will cause no harm to the skin. Toxic chemicals have had their time but now the natural products are taking over. People can now rest easy that they are not hurting mother earth while using these toxic [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 15:26:50
Frankenfood
The recession that is sending us back to farming and growing our own foodstuffs may become a well-disguised benefit ... industrialized society. It’s a common ingredient in cleaning products, waterproof plywood, plastic compounds, cement, ink and fire-retardant paint. Chemical plants throughout the United States produce [more...]
Date: 2008-11-17 21:00:00
Bathroom Safety Products: Safety First
When it comes to our son, hubby and I always think of his safety ... in which he will be in danger. Most of the products inside the bathroom are toxic and the chemicals use for cleaning is too dangerous for a little kid. Parents must look over it because not all the time [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 15:51:14
Refresh'n Dryer Towel
The Refresh'n Dryer Towel is a VERY cool product. It is a chemical free, eco-friendly, recyclable version of Dryel. Product Description (taken from Amazon.com) One Refresh'n Dryer Towel will save you $365 on your dry cleaning costs ... without the need for washing. Non-toxic, chemical free, and reusable up to 25 times, recyclable [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 21:26:38
An Introduction to Watkins by Guest Linda Carter
You may or may not be familiar with Watkins -- we've been around for 140 years now, ... of all-natural, chemical-free, plant-based personal and home care -- beauty products (hand and foot creams, shampoo, day and night creams, and more)and cleaning products, a unique line of supplements [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 15:51:00
Keep Your Pets Safe This Christmas
Leading veterinary charity, PDSA, is urging pet owners to do a ‘pet safety audit’ of their homes this Christmas to identify and remove any dangers, ... into contact with a dangerous substance. Detergents, disinfectants, cleaning products, bleach ... are extremely poisonous to cats and dogs. They are attracted to the sweet taste of a chemical called ‘ [more...]
Date: 2008-12-23 10:35:03
Some Tips About Acne Treatment Systems
Acnezine, the latest and most effective natural acne treatment the product clears breakouts of acne completely within a few days without side ... chemical-based products. Not only is efficient and gives fast results, but it is also easier compared ... mixture of ingredients is done to control acne and cleaning Acne scarring problem from the source [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 06:04:04
Better Life Review & Giveaway!
Do you dread cleaning the house because you know the second that you start cleaning you will have an instant headache from all the harsh chemicals in ... products. That’s not just a claim; we can back it up. As for traditional solvent-based cleaners [more...]
Date: 2009-01-02 18:33:00
I'll Have a Green Christmas Without You, Chemicals!
dkMommy Spot is hosting an entire week of eco-friendly, chemical-free giveaways to celebrate her week of "Dreaming of a Green Christmas."Some of the giveaways includeA Seventh Generation Home Starter Cleaning Kit (LOVE their products ... Plan Toys Fire EngineBadger Balm Duo (love their chemical-free sunscreen)Down to Earth Toys veggie [more...]
Date: 2008-12-02 22:21:00
Greening Hospitals to Heal the Sick
Do we go to hospitals to get sick? It can seem that way ... have been built with PVC flooring, conventional paint and other toxic products that leach carcinogens and pollutants into the air. Plus, the harsh cleaning chemicals used in hospitals (strong detergents [more...]
Date: 2008-12-26 11:00:05
Ecollo in review: Squeaky Clean
Just because you love having a clean home or workspace doesn't mean you have to subject yourself to the multiple chemicals contained in your ... is inexpensive and can be used for a variety of purposes including in your laundry and on your carpet ... typical off-the-shelf cleaning products, especially when you consider the jury is still out on how [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 20:50:47
Environmental Working Group and Seventh Generation host a Conversation about Chemicals and our Children (with Dr. Alan Greene)-
A few weeks ago I posted about this forum taking place in Boston ... out of". For these we must rely on the Kid Safe Chemical Act (which I've written about many times here ... in current cleaning products, and reports about their safety, precautions and usage. This is a handy [more...]
Date: 2008-11-10 02:02:30
Sunday Links - 11-30-08
Stop Making Our Kids Sick; Make Chemicals Safe - It’s amazing to me that so few chemicals have actually be checked for safety ... cleaning with green cleansers. But for now it’s all too common for companies to pretend to be offering green products when they really aren’t. How to Green Your Carpet Cleaning - Carpet cleaners often [more...]
Date: 2008-11-30 19:48:42
Dermatitis
Image by bill barber (off flickr for a bit) via Flickr Krystle Shapiro, Touchstone Massage Therapies (208/290-6760) ... , such as poison ivy, metals, cleaning products, dyes, and often latex, thus causing a reaction by the immune ... or ingredients in processed foods, such as dyes, preservatives, and chemical flavoring additives. Many [more...]
Date: 2009-01-18 19:06:33
Eco-Me Giveaway Closed
Eco-me is giving 2 lucky readers a sampling of products! ... do-it-yourself kits that are good for you and the environment, too. We created a line of cleaning kits to help people make their own natural, non-toxic, chemical-free products. In March of 2005 [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 02:27:01
Eliminating Household Toxins For Good Health
By Angella SpinneyToxins are in many of the common household products that are found on the grocery store shelves ... cleaning agents can contain any number of toxic chemicals. Eliminating household toxins ... to be listed and/or require a consumer warning. Less than 80% of chemicals (used in household [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 01:32:00
Keeping Your New Car Looking New
There are multitudes of products on the market today, designed and marketed to bring back the original color, ... that we get ridiculous with the cleaning and polishing products and procedures, some preventative care ... causing damage to the surface of your vehicle on a chemical level. Again, a weekly car wash [more...]
Date: 2008-11-23 19:55:48
Greener skincare
After reading more and more about sustainable lifestyle I have to say a greener life is all about the small stuff ... d household cleaning chemicals green and are now working my way to my cosmetics and haircare products. I [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 21:01:41
Ten Things I Really Don't Think YOU Know About ME
Kelly, I loved reading all those things about you! I was deeply, truly shocked by some of them. Dude, no tampons? Wha? ... to be as green as I can. I buy mostly organic and use all eco-friendly cleaning products, but once a week I freak out and scarf down McNuggets and fries and I've gone back to putting scrubbing bubbles chemical [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 14:49:07
Quick Take: Darling International - Still Dirty Sexy Money
Darling International (DAR) is the only nationwide supplier of rendering and grease trap services to restaurants, butchers, grocery stores, ... used in the production of feed, soaps, chemicals, and bio-fuels; and hides used to make leather goods ... grease trap services (pickup and cleaning), as well as specialized equipment for making the job [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 15:03:52
Amy Smart Visits Method’s Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Store
Actress Amy Smart stopped by the Method pop-up shop in Chicago on Sunday with her family to pick-up a bunch of eco-friendly cleaning products. They filled up a few reusable “Plastic Bag Rehab” tote bags with goodies ... off their toxic chemical cleaners as part of the store’s “toxic turn-in” in exchange for a free method [more...]
Date: 2008-10-07 15:41:00
Great Green Giveaway: Ecostore USA
What better way to start the second full week of the new year than with a great review and giveaway for some helpful green home and beauty ... -based household cleaning products are as effective as the leading supermarket brands, and their body ... and plant-based ingredients (making it ideal for washing your and your children’s clothing-no chemical [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 08:38:18
Review: Baby Girl Products (contest and review, 29th)
When I was searching for things that would be neat to have for our green month here at Momdot, my Mom told me about a couple of local girls (in the Tampa area) that had created these all natural, non chemical, earth friendly cleaning ... a glass cleaner and an all purpose cleaner at my house for myself to review! What service [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 19:45:56
Working for a Healthier Planet...
The San Francisco Chronicle is the first to report on NRDC’s petition to the FDA requesting for the ban of the chemical BPA from all food products ... for the questionable results of epidemiological studies before moving forward with cleaning the water… Plenty [more...]
Date: 2008-10-21 19:58:20
Catastrophic Chemical Spill Hits Israel’s Yarkon River
After a major fire in the Sano Plastic Factory in Hod Hasharon (makers of many of the cleaning products and supplies you can find in Israeli supermarkets), the effluent from their chemical operations and the residue from fighting the fire was discharged [more...]
Date: 2008-11-12 15:13:19
Chlorox Green Works Reaches 40 Million Dollar Market Share In First Year
Although, sadly, kitchens everywhere rapidly become gross (as pictured), products for cleaning are rapidly greening. Case in point: the Chlorox Green Works line ... on the root word "chlorine," a term that has long represented chemical anathema to a faction of traditional [more...]
Date: 2008-10-17 16:58:16
A Closer Look at What Ailed Jett Travolta
Kelly Preston has said that she believes toxic cleaning products in her family’s home caused her son’s health problems early in life ... . Even what these chemicals leave behind can cause problems, so hold off on using so many cleaners.” [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 12:54:20
