Healthy Living is a life style. If you have kids and pets this is one more reason why should opt for healthier options and avoid commercial pest control products. Make your own repellents and you will be in charge of what goes in your home and garden. This is key […]
Keeping your house bug-free is challenging and even more so during the summer. Mosquito bites can be irritating and sometimes even painful. Mosquitoes can also carry diseases like the West Nile Virus. Other insects like ticks and fleas can be pests as well. Commercial repellents and bug sprays can be […]
6 endangered foods due to climate change According to the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization, “75 percent of crop diversity was lost between 1900 and 2000. A recent study, highlighted in the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, predicts that as much as 22 percent […]
Pests in the house can be a pain. Not only are they annoying, but they can also be dangerous. We have some DIY pest management tips for you. Some insects and animals can be carriers of deadly diseases, such as mosquitoes who carry the West Nile Virus. While pesticides work, they […]
Top 10 unique uses for salt According the The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most Americans consume over twice the daily-recommended daily amount of salt. Excess sodium intake can lead to increase rates of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. It is important to maintain a 1500mg […]
Our furry often scaly friends need non-toxic care too. Give them some tender loving care and be good to the planet too. Use these heathy tips for your pets. Baking soda: It is so versatile in use. We all have it as an odor absorbent in our fridge, but how about […]
Snails and slugs can be pests in our gardens, and can destroy plants if their population is not controlled. The way you can tell if your garden is infested with snails besides seeing them is checking for holes in leaves. There are pesticides that can get rid of snails, but […]
There are very few fruits more synonymous with summer than cucumbers. Let’s see why and how you should grow cucumbers in your garden. Cucumbers are part of the Cucurbitaceae family, which includes melons, zucchini, and squash. They are a very refreshing and delicious food and keep you hydrated because of […]
