Fracking is a rising concern in the United States and all across the world. Media coverage has increased in recent years as research continues to mount on its negative impacts on the environment. Health effects of fracking have also received some attention, and many medical professionals are advocating for safer methods for extracting oil. Still, fracking continues to be practiced in certain areas of the country. Here are some shocking things you need to know about fracking. (more…)
We know that exposure to toxic chemicals can lead to health concerns. Unfortunately, some toxic chemicals are found where they're least expected — in common, cleaning products. Ammonia can burn and bleach can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Why use this stuff? Though most retailers do offer organic cleaning products, you can take it a step further and make your own — and save a few dollars. (more…)
If a word has the suffix "cide" in it, you know it's meant to kill something. Pesticides are designed to eliminate insects, weeds, fungi, bacteria, and other things that feed on crops, spread disease, are a nuisance, or destroy property. Farming is big business, and most food-producing companies are driven to make money and pay the most attention to the bottom-line. Pesticides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are a way to ensure they get the crop yield they demand, no matter how it hurts the environment or consumers. Pest control […]
In my previous blog post, Going Green Inside Your Home, we've seen what we can do inside the house to make a difference on the environment — from saving water to recycling to reducing electricity use. Now let's see what we can do on the outside. (more…)
The long standing debate between people who care about their health and the health of the environment concerns not only what food to eat, but what kind of food is best to buy. How do you sort out the differences between local, organic and local-organic foods? Which is better for our health and better for the planet? What the heck does it mean to be organic anyway? (more…)
