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Vacuum often

Vacuum often Vacuuming is an easy way to reduce chemical exposure and common allergens in… Read More

Don’t shop at dollar stores

Don't shop at dollar stores (if you can) Not only are dollar stores filled with… Read More

Unclog a drain naturally

Unclog your drain naturally Many drain cleaning products contain sodium hydroxide. It’s highly corrosive and… Read More

Declutter your home

Declutter your home Getting rid of extra stuff in your home can have psychological benefits,… Read More

Cook with cast iron

Cook with cast iron People have been cooking with cast iron for hundreds of years… Read More

DIY lip balm

Make your own lip balm Conventional lip balms are often full of manmade chemicals that… Read More

Do plastic-free July

Try plastic free July to learn new habits about living plastic free.

You can use your purchasing power

Use your purchasing power When shopping for loved ones and for yourself, keep in mind… Read More

Phthalates in food

Learn how and why you should write your favourite food brands about if they test for phthalates.

Do a spring cleaning

Learn the benefits of doing a spring cleaning.

Recycle unused medications

Recycle your unused medications Look up the local programs your city or neighbourhood pharmacy has… Read More

Know what’s in your make-up

Research what's in your make-up Have you ever googled the ingredients list in your make-up?… Read More

Buy beeswax candles

Buy beeswax candles Conventional candles are made out of paraffin, a petroleum residue. Not only… Read More

Try a shampoo bar

Learn why you should try a shampoo bar rather than using conventional shampoo.

Reconsider that glitter

Find out why you need to stop buying products with glitter on them.

Travel locally

Learn why you should consider travelling locally.

no more buying cheap stuff

Stop buying cheap stuff We live in a throw-a-way culture. Fast fashion, dollar stores, single-use… Read More

Don’t buy AirPods

Don’t buy AirPods For roughly 18 months, AirPods play music, or podcasts, or make phone… Read More

Degradable vs compostable plastic

Learn the important differences between degradable and compostable plastic.

Refillable shampoo

Use refillable shampoo and conditioner Some bulk stores or stores that focus on environmentally friendly… Read More

Your fave brands and their supply chain

Learn how easy it is to write your favourite brands about if they have an ethical supply chain.

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes In the US, 1 BILLION plastic toothbrushes are thrown out each… Read More

EWG app

Use the EWG Healthy Living App The Environmental Working Group (EWG ) has an amazing… Read More

Look for the CE mark

Learn what the CE mark is and why you should look out for it for your environmental health.

Hazardous household waste

Learn how to safely dispose of hazardous household waste.

DIY deodorant

Make your own deodorant It is dead easy to make your own deodorant. It’s just… Read More

Ditch your perfume

Learn why you need to ditch your perfume for your health and for the earth’s sake.

New clothes wash before wearing

Learn why it’s important to wash new clothes before wearing them.

no flexible plastic

Be wary of flexible plastic Did you know that flexible plastic has a much higher… Read More

Try loose leaf tea

Try loose leaf tea Did anyone read that horrifying article about the BILLIONS of microplastics… Read More

DIY window cleaner

Make your own window cleaner All you need to make your own window cleaner is… Read More

Donate your paint

Donate your paint Did you know that Habitat for Humanity ReStores takes leftover housepaint? They… Read More

No microwave popcorn

Learn why you should avoid microwave popcorn and how to make easy alternatives.

Protect your kids friends from radiation

Protect your kids from mobile radiation Anything using a Wi-Fi or cell signal emits some… Read More

De-ice your walkway naturally

De-ice your walkway naturally The salt that they sell at Home Depot and the like… Read More

synthetic fabrics

See which fabrics are synthetic and which are natural and why you’re better off avoiding the synthetic fabrics if you’re looking to lead a low waste lifestyle.

DIY soap

Learn how to make your own soap that is healthier for your family and the environment.

stain resistant fabrics

Avoid stain resistant fabrics Stain resistant clothing and furniture may seem convenient but the price… Read More

Get some houseplants

Get some houseplants Indoor air can get very contaminated with dust, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, mold… Read More

Do a plastic audit of your home

Do a plastic audit in your home Have you ever gone around your home and… Read More

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