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6 great ways to reuse tea bags

6 great ways to reuse tea bags

Here are 6 great ways to reuse tea bags. Tea bags have many uses, even after they have been steeped for a warming and healing cup of tea. Do you drink tea? Before you throw away your used tea bags, remember that healthy living is about being creative and using every […]

by January 13, 2018
DIY chemical free ice retarding solution

DIY chemical free ice retarding solution

We have an inexpensive, very easy DIY chemical free ice retarding solution for you to us this winter. Healthy living is about the natural solutions you select to clean and take care of your home and garden. Some store-bought ice retarding solution contain methanol, a wood alcohol that is toxic […]

by January 12, 2018
Top 10 unique uses for salt

Top 10 unique uses for salt

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 […]

by January 11, 2018
DIY natural snail repellents

DIY natural snail repellents

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 […]

by August 13, 2017
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Why and how you should grow cucumbers in your garden

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 […]

by June 4, 2017
Greywater systems could help fix California’s drought

Greywater systems could help fix California’s drought

California is now facing one of the worst droughts ever recorded. The California government reports that Governor Brown has declared a State of Emergency and has “directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for water shortages.” There are many ways to cut down on water consumption, including […]

by April 22, 2015
Homemade chemical free weed killer recipe

Homemade chemical free weed killer recipe

Healthy living is a life style. It is about the organic foods you eat, the hair and skin care you use and last but not least the natural solutions you select to clean and take care of your home and garden. Weeds can invade your garden. They steal nutrients, light, […]

by September 23, 2014
Antibacterial soaps pose potential risks to pregnant women and fetuses

Antibacterial soaps pose potential risks to pregnant women and fetuses

Healthy living is a life style. It is about the organic foods you eat, the skin care you use, and the natural solutions you select to clean and take care of your home and garden. Healthy living is also about being educated on the latest health news so you can […]

by August 15, 2014