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As an eco-conscious consumer I buy wholegrain organic foods when possible with no added chemicals, preservatives, etc. It's one easy way in which we can make an impact on our own health and the environment. However when I mention this to friends/family I hear the same argument each time "I'd love to eat organic healthy foods but they are so expensive!". Sure whilst it may be true that some of the organic foods are slightly more expensive I honestly believe that you should NOT put a price on your health. There is no doubt in my mind that not having all those chemicals from traditionally produced foods has to be much better for your body, I feel much healthier and fitter at 38 ...
EDIBLESRather than giving your guests something they may not use and will probably give or throw away, give them food! Some great options are organic milk and cookies at the end of the night, a wrapped cookie at each place setting (see photo above) a caramel apple for a fall wedding, organic fair trade chocolates, sweets - a ...
Energy Star Label
Don't rush out and buy a new machine for the sake of saving energy but if you are in the market for a new washing machine, look for the Energy Star label. Energy Star machines can use up to 50% less energy than standard washing machines. These machines also spin the clothes better resulting in less drying time. The newer front loading washing machines can also use 40-75% less water than standard machines.
Wash in Cold water when possible
Did you know that 80-90% of the energy used washing ...
With so much on our minds and endless distractions, massage is a wonderful no fuss eco-friendly way to de-stress and relax. There are plenty of physical and mental benefits you can get from regular massage -- all summed up in 6 benefits below. All the more reason to make that appointment. Shop around for the masseuse who's right for you -- often if you buy multiple massages with him or her upfront you will save. Check with your health insurance provider too, as massages may be covered within your plan if you have a condition ...
Being eco-friendly is about choices. Choices like what products we buy, how we use our gardens and what kind of diet we consume. One of these choices is making the informed decision to avoid using toxic or harmful chemicals which could be absorbed by the body. When adopting an eco-friendly way of living most people immediately switch out the toxic household cleaners for greener alternatives yet continue to soak their skin in traditional chemical toiletries like Shampoos, conditioners, and other hair care products.
The last few years though has seen ...
You may have noticed that there are more "natural" products available at supermarkets, discount stores, and drugstores. As a consumer it is becoming more difficult to decipher which products are actually derived from renewable resources and are better for the environment. In some cases, manufacturers state that their products are made with natural ingredients when they are actually made from synthetic ingredients -- that's a prime example of greenwashing (check out http://stopgreenwash.org/ for more info on greenwashing).
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If you're a gardener then you'll know that store bought compost or top soil costs a pretty penny and is virtually impossible to find NOT in a plastic bag. Whether you buy a small or large bag those plastic bags soon mount up and waste valuable natural resources and usually the bags end up in the landfill, so why not try composting at home instead? Composting is an extremely eco-friendly activity. Not only is it free to do and easy to maintain but you also get an end result which means less out of pocket costs for your household. Also by composting you'll find that your trash output is lowered considerably, which is another plus for the environment!
For all you iPhone users out there, there is a very interesting new app available you make be keen on getting. It is called Skeptical Science, and basically offers you quick and easily accessible answers to all the statements and claims made by climate change deniers.
It has been ...
If you must chew gum, do it the eco friendly way. It is not exactly a product that people equate with saving the environment, but every little bit helps. A project two years in the making out of Hampshire, England, has created Peppersmith, a eco-friendly chewing gum made out of natural chicle and English peppermint.
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As eco-conscious we can make all the right choices, do all the energy saving tips and tricks but that doesn't mean a hoot if we aren't ACTUALLY REDUCING our energy consumption. That's why every to ensure we stay on track energy wise I advise eco-friendly person to do a little research and read their energy bills each month. Personally as a family we track our energy usage each month and keep it on a spreadsheet for easy access. We do this because with the rising costs of energy it's not always apparent if you are saving energy if you aren't saving money!
When we receive a utility bill we head straight to the bottom line, not the cost but how much ENERGY we used this ...
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