How Toxic Cosmetics Are Killing Us
February 13th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
Starting a post about toxic chemicals in cosmetics, I must admit that I used to be your average girl for [&hellip
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10 Green Valentine’s Day Crafts
February 6th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
Sweet Valentine's Day crafts to show everyone how much love you have!
Putting Theory to Practice – How to Save Money
January 30th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
We are all good at saving money in theory but when it comes down to actually doing it, there are [&hellip
The DIY Craze
January 23rd, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
“The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, [&hellip
5 Ways to Keep Your Skin Moisturized During Winter
January 16th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
The winter months can be devastating to your skin regardless of your skin type or age. The low air temperature [&hellip
5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
January 9th, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
There's no avoiding it--your refrigerator can get stinky! Here are the top five natural remedies to help deodorize your fridge
Forget the Resolutions, Make a Green Manifesto!
January 2nd, 2012 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
But today, in GLI's first post for the 2012, I would like to inspire you for something greater, bigger and more impressive than the usual list of resolutions. Make a manifesto! Get creative and after soberly revising your resolutions, start the new year with the most relevant ones written by hand or printed out on a sheet of paper (preferably the back side of an already used one). You can let your imagination roam freely here - use color pencils, water colors, paper cuts, anything that will look good on your wall, because that is the place of a manifesto, right
Easy Ways to Green Your New Year’s Eve
December 26th, 2011 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
There are just 5 days to New Year’s Eve and although you are still enjoying your Christmas presents this is [&hellip
Warning: Christmas Habits That Cause Heart Attack
December 19th, 2011 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
Christmas is just 5 days away and I guess most of you are very excited already. But did you know that December and January are the months posing the highest risk for heart disease, and many of the delights of the season are in fact great dangers for people with coronary artery disease (CAD). You may think that this information does not concern you, but think again if you are over 45 years, have sugar diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or have had heart attacks in the family. Many people with coronary artery disease are not aware of their condition. It is important to know that heart attack strikes even without previous symptoms
Homemade Edible Gift Ideas for Christmas
December 12th, 2011 | by Sonya Kanelstrand
If you have decided to celebrate a handmade green Christmas with non-materialistic eco-friendly gifts this year like us, you may want to consider making edible gifts as well. Presenting your loved ones with them will not only increase your sustainability but also the love that flows back to you! It is great to express yourself with a tasty homemade treat - something that will be appreciated even by the most picky ones among us
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Efficiency Resources
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