Cleaning Up Clean Eating
October 19th, 2018 | by TerraCycle
Clean eating is easier than ever, but what is the cost of convenience? Healthy options are now overly packaged and wasteful- how can you make smarter choices?
Browsing the "healthy living" Tag
Easy Fermentation Projects + 5 Vegan Fermented Food Recipes
March 30th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
Learn our tricks for healthful and delicious homemade fermentation projects, from kim chi to kraut to kefir to help get your gut in shape!
Organic Food & The Story of Brand Consolidation
February 18th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Did you know some of your favorite natural and organic food brands are being consolidated by larger companies? Learn more about why this is good... and bad
Can Pets Boost Your Health?
June 18th, 2014 | by Peter Young
Owning a pet is good way for you to boost your health, fact! There is no denying that sharing your [&hellip
Running with Mariel Hemingway Part 1: in the Green Divas Studio
May 13th, 2013 | by The Green Divas
The title of this article is metaphoric only, because I assure you there is no way I could physically keep up with Mariel Hemingway, if I ever had the opportunity or notion to run with her! And yes, it is my clever way of trying to weave in her two current projects -- a documentary film about her family, Running from Crazy; and her new book with Bobby Williams, Running with Nature.
Eco-Friendly Exercise Gear
January 19th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
There are several items made from sustainable materials that also provide impressive alternatives to traditional work out equipment. From shoes to water bottles, there's always an earth friendly choice. Here are a few basic eco-friendly exercise gear choices to add to your regimen and maintain excitement and motivation for healthy living
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Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
— T8 Plug-And-Play LED Linear Bulb Options
— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
— True Cost of LEDs
— Outdoor lighting Options
Kitchen Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen
— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
— How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy efficiency tips for the refrigerator and freezer
— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
— 9 Energy Saving Tips For Efficient Cooking
— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
— 5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
— Natural Cleaning RecipesBathroom Efficiency
— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
— Replace the Wax ring on the toilet
— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
— Install high Efficiency Shower heads
— Changing The Sink Aerator
— Check the toilet for water leaks
— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
— Green Product Review: 1.0 gallon per minute faucet aerator from Niagara ConservationHVAC Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
— How To Install A Filter Whistle On Your A/C Unit
— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
Laundry & Appliance Efficiency
— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
— How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
— How To Clean Your Dryer’s Lint Trap, Screen And Vent
— How to clean a lint vent using the LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems