Did you know that you can use vinegar to kill weeds? Weird but true. The acidity in vinegar (the same kind you use in your vinaigrettes) can miraculously kill weeds outside, too. It's the ultimate non-toxic weed killer without chemical exposure.Traditional weed killers are full of ... Read More about How To Use Vinegar to Kill Weeds
How to Buy Healthier Candles
Love burning candles? Candles are a great way to infuse a pleasant aroma into your rooms or unwind at the end of the day. But be sure you're not compromising your health, or the health of the planet, with this simple indulgence.Artificially scented candles can lead to headaches, allergies, ... Read More about How to Buy Healthier Candles
Shea Butter Vanilla Lip Balm
I'm always applying lip balm - always. It seems like not much helps to alleviate the problem of dry lips. That's why I was SO happy to find Karite-Lips Shea Butter Vanilla Lip Balm at my Whole Foods Store (update - Whole Foods' suppliers in the Southeast no longer carry this product as ... Read More about Shea Butter Vanilla Lip Balm
Hand Soaps Without Triclosan
In case you don't know, many hand soaps, toothpastes, body bars, etc. that say "antibacterial" are made with triclosan, a powerful bacteria killing chemical (actually registered as a pesticide with the EPA).Triclosan can cause drug resistant bacteria, kill wildlife and is being ... Read More about Hand Soaps Without Triclosan
Use Newspaper to Block Weeds Naturally in the Garden
Not a lot of people read a newspaper anymore. It's true. But if you DO, or if you have access to old newspapers, then you'll want to use these tips to use newspaper to block weeds naturally in the garden!How to Use Newspaper to Block Weeds Newspaper is a fabulous way to block weeds from ... Read More about Use Newspaper to Block Weeds Naturally in the Garden