How
to Clean Your Home Naturally Still cleaning your sacred space with toxic
cleaning products? Traditional cleaning products are made with poisonous chemicals, like phosphates
and pesticides, that are polluting our planet and our bodies. Traditional
cleaners have been linked to health problems like liver failure and even cancer,
and are responsible for between 5-10 million household poisonings per year, most
of which are fatal and involve children. Read here for tips on making the switch
to more natural cleaning products.
Child Labor-Free Rugs Did you know that most of the world's most beautiful
oriental carpets are made with illegal child labor in third-world
countries? The next time you purchase a rug, look for the
Goodweave certification, created by RugMark, a non-profit that works to end
illegal child labor in the carpet industry and offer educational opportunities
to children in India and Nepal.
Conscious Q & A: The Truth About CFLS Q: I just made the switch to CFL light bulbs in my
home, but heard they contain mercury. Is this true? If so, is it better to
switch back to my old incandescents? A: First of all, congratulations on making the switch to CFLs! Since they use up
to 75% less energy than incandescents, you've probably already noticed a
reduction in your energy bills. CFLs do contain mercury, but when properly
discarded, pose little danger to the average consumer. Read more...
