It is startling to me to see how many people are oblivious to the dangers of commercial laundry detergents. The vast majority of the folks I know still purchase their detergent based on their favourite brand and its smell, or on which one is on sale. If you also do, then please take the time …
Must-have all-natural disinfectant
Thieves is a powerful mix of five essential oils with antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties, which makes it a must-have in every home. According to legend, four thieves from Marseilles who were robbing the dead of their possessions during the great plague in the 15th century, never contracted the plague themselves because they were …
Ditch the Vapor Rub!
I used to be a big fan of Vicks Vapor Rub and used it frequently when I had a cold. Yes, VapoRub helps you breath and sleep better when you're sick with a cold. Unfortunately, petrolatum is one of the inactive ingredients in it, which you should know by now is an endocrine disruptor. So …
Declutter yes but…
As a new year resolution, decluttering my house is on the top of my list. Inspired by Marie Kondo and the decluttering hype, I have already managed to organize several rooms in the house. However, one big problem about decluttering that nobody mentions is how it contributes to the dramatic existing waste problem. Seriously, watching …
Save money by doing something good for the planet
Today I would like to talk to you about a very easy change that is not only better for the planet but also for your wallet, as it will save you lots of money in the long run. Batteries. We use them everywhere from our alarm clocks, remote controls, toys, to fire alarms at home. …
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Why you should switch to shampoo bars
I recently bought my first shampoo bar, wanting to make a difference with plastic pollution. I honestly thought that my only advantage with this change would be throwing away less plastic and feeling better about myself. But to my surprise, the organic shampoo bar I purchased has many more benefits. My hair being blond and …
One easy change and save up to 300 € per year
One of the most polluting product in the world is hiding in your bathroom... Any idea what it is? Cotton rounds! According to statistics, a woman consumes 6 cotton rounds per day! That's 180 per month and 2100 per year! Most of us do not realize how much water and pesticides are used for the …
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A bath like Cleopatra
If you want to treat yourself to soft and silky skin, I highly recommend this bath with milk and cream. It's very easy to prepare with natural ingredients that you probably have in your fridge, it works wonders on your skin, and you'll feel very relaxed after it. So now that the days are getting …
Relearning about fever
In our modern society, fever is considered our enemy. The minute our children have a fever, we give them Tylenol. The second we adults have a fever, we take an aspirin, paracetamol, or even worse, antibiotics, as if the most important thing was for it to disappear as fast as possible. We chase it …
Quickly and naturally relieve an earache
Now that the cold is back and that we are heading towards Winter, it is quite common to feel an earache. Temperature changes can be the reason for these pains, and kids are especially sensitive to them. But there are very simple and natural tricks to soothe that pain quickly. Let me tell you about …
Happily Green Ever After 