Eco Habits

Why Use BPA-free Pacifiers

Dave — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:41:51 +0000

Bisphenol A, or BPA, was first synthesized in 1900, but it was not until the 1950s that scientists learned it could be “polymerized” into plastic. It is used in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastic. Polycarbonate plastic is used to make pacifier shields, which has many people concerned. There are health concerns associated with BPA, particularly [...]

Make Your Lawn More Eco-Friendly

Dave — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:41:22 +0000

The green American lawn, with its well-groomed, square patch of grass, can come at an environmental price. Because a lawn that is nothing but grass (all clipped to a uniform length) is a rather unnatural thing, achieving it often means the use of gas-powered machines, pesticides, and weed killers. You can achieve a beautiful lawn, however, [...]

Sweet Seeds

Dave — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:56:51 +0000

Seeds have all kind of good fats, fiber, vitamins, and health benefits. So why not include more of these little nutritional gems in your diet? A great place to start is with tasty snacks and sweet desserts. Here are some ideas and recipes for using seeds. 1. Popcorn and Seeds Here is a great snack for [...]

Fight Depression with Proper Foods

Dave — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:20:07 +0000

While pharmaceuticals are often the treatment of choice for depression – and sometimes they are necessary – there are foods you can eat that can help fight the condition. Some nutritionists refer to depression as a “whole body disease,” implying that the body as well as the mind needs treatment. Here are some ideas for [...]

Smart Ways to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of Your Home

Dave — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:13:02 +0000

Even if you are eco-conscious, you may not know that there are little things you can do in your own home to reduce your carbon footprint. When you look at the big environmental picture, it can look intimidating. It’s tempting to assume there’s nothing you can do to make a change. But the small things [...]

Building with Rammed Earth

Dave — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:03:57 +0000

The art of building with rammed earth is not new. Ancient civilizations were built using rammed earth construction, particularly in areas where wood was scarce. Some of these buildings are still standing today (rammed earth is durable!). This technique is enjoying a resurgence. Here is an explanation of what rammed-earth building is, and why it [...]

The Health Benefits of Qigong

Dave — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 16:05:24 +0000

Qigong is a form of Chinese meditation and exercise intended to help the mind, spirit, and body. There is evidence that Qigong does in fact have health benefits. Let’s take a look at what Qigong is, and how it helps. Qigong is an ancient art going back at least 2000 years, but it has only been [...]

Glass Recycling Explained

Dave — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:53:09 +0000

Glass is a fascinating material. It never loses all of its liquid properties, which is why very old glass windows are wavy. It can be recycled indefinitely, and it does not absorb tastes and stains. It is one of the oldest recyclable, man-made materials on Earth; ancient Egyptians made glass, and broken glass was melted [...]

How to Make Your Next Dinner Party Green

Dave — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:08:45 +0000

As more and more people are going green in their own homes and lifestyle choices, why not include entertainment? For your next dinner party, try a green theme. Here are some ideas for throwing a green dinner party from invitations to favors. Invitations Consider going informal and inviting your guests via electronic invitation. There is free software [...]

How to Make a Nature Picture Frame with Sticks and Twigs

Dave — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:35:16 +0000

Nature offers all sorts of art and craft supplies – all you have to do is collect them. One of the interesting items you can make with natural twigs and sticks is a picture frame. You can make this as big or as small as you like; you can keep it or give it as [...]

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