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It Works For Pets

  As one who’s ex racing Greyhound lived to be 14 years and 8 months old I am convinced that homeopathy played a large part in her longevity and well being.  More than one health issue was treated homoeopathically with great success.  When it was discovered that Lacey’s kidneys were failing I was told it [...]

Here Comes The Sun

With the diminishing ozone layer comes an even greater risk of skin cancer, some types are deadly.  The use of sunscreens has become imperative, not just for summer but all year round.  Some sunscreens are better than others and some have cause for concern.  The best sunscreen list put out by Environment Working Group, a [...]

Get The Bugs – Save The People

10 Homemade Pesticides for Your Yard and Garden There are many great reasons to choose to make your own pesticides for your yard and garden versus buying pre-packaged chemicals.  In general strong chemical applications are really best left to lawn care specialists that can be sure to get the proper chemicals applied in the right [...]

Pesticides – Forewarned Is Forearmed

We are all becoming aware of the rising harm that comes to us through pesticides. With that old saying “forewarned is forearmed” in mind, the following list will help. You can minimize your risk not just with decision making but also let you know where to put extra effort into washing before consuming. Organic is [...]

Bisphenol-A (BPA) Get To Know How To Avoid It

For those who don’t know about the toxic effects of Bisphenol-A (BPA) the following link will take you closer to knowing.  As usual, children are in the highest risk group.  Adults are are also very much at risk.  I don’t know one woman who would like to grow a beard!  As it is still commonly [...]

Pets How Could We Live Without Them?

As one who shared life with an ex-racing Greyhound for just over ten years, my interest in pet food ingredients was keen.  It skyrocketed when I learned that ground up chicken feathers could be a protein ingredient.  Lacey was just over 14 years and 8 months old when she passed away, exceptional for these hard [...]

What A Big Surprise!

  With all the fuss about harmful ingredients in cosmetic and beauty products I decided to do some research.  What a shock to find out that shampoo and conditioner can have terrible effects on one’s health.  The harmful ingredient list seems endless and the cost factor doesn’t mean the higher the price the safer the [...]

Creating Another Family Memory

  This will be a fun way to spend some time with your children.  Using home made Easter egg dyes will be worth the mess and the outcome will be great.  It will also bring attention to a healthy holiday.  Use organic eggs and make it even better. The following article gives you all the step by [...]

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Would You Like a New Tree In Your Backyard?

If so, here’s an organization that can help you to green your city and save a few dollars at the same time. As published in the recent Oriole Park Association news letter, this is a wonderful opportunity to add to the beauty of your garden and the environment.  Check it out and see how it can [...]

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Avoid The Trap of Food Colouring & Additives

As one who has long suffered allergic reactions to food additives and colouring I know how they can impact one’s wellbeing.  As there are more and more the impact to children is becoming a serious problem.  Years ago the seventeen year old son of friends went from being a sweet popular guy to an uncommunicative [...]

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