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- Aflatoxin Exposure: Reason for Concern? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2014 from Danielle VenHuizenI'll admit it. I haven't been paying much attention to aflatoxins. Sure, I've seen news clips about them here and there, particularly related to peanut contamination (and rather sensationalized at that), however instead of digging further into the health implications I more or less put my ...
Views: 942 - A Beautiful Horse Rescue Story - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumYou could see the pure joy in each of the three horses as they charged across the field . . . Their tails flying in the wind . . . their hooves pounding . . . the whinnies and neighs filling the air . . . these horses were experiencing the kind of happiness that only comes on the heels of ...
Views: 1872 - Gift Show Trends Fuel Inspiration and Creativity - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Pat HeydlauffDoes what happens at the Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market make a difference in your life? Will the new décor trends for 2014 provide you better energy or will they somehow create more clutter and chaos? From a Feng Shui perspective, the answer is yes to all of the above. ...
Views: 2237 - Exposed: The True Danger GMOs Pose To Our Food Supply - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumGenetically-modified organisms (GMOs) – crops and livestock that have been genetically engineered - have become a larger and larger part of the food web. But unfortunately, we’re not getting a choice in whether we eat them or not. We’re not given the option to opt out of bacteria genes in our ...
Views: 1274(2 votes) - My Ways of Stress Control! - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Niki CleggI need to say straight off the bat stress is a killer and I don't intend to be a victim anytime soon! I am a sixty years old, hard working single mum of five adult children, eight grandchildren plus a great granddaughter. I still have two sons at home all of which means I do know and understand ...
Views: 1600(3 votes) - GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP – THE CHOICE IS YOURS - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Syed Kamran AliThe technology of the day has made it possible that your home, office building, factory or farm land – the place of your choice – can become source of your geothermal energy for Heating and Cooling (H&C). This was not true about geothermal energy few decades earlier. Geothermal energy comes from ...
Views: 2056 - What Do I Want For Xmas? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Niki CleggMost people would say there is nothing they can't live without apart from food, water and shelter. I found something special that I don't want to live without and I don't care if it is a luxury. I want one for Xmas! As I have become older I have not asked for much from anyone, in actual fact ...
Views: 1743 - Going Organic, Is It Worth The Bother - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from Richard ClarkeMy parents told me, once upon a time all food was naturally organic, then “they” (the 'evil' food companies) started using pesticides and preservatives and they said “you can eat fruit all year round” and “this stuff is better because it lasts longer”, and charged us more for it. Now they ...
Views: 1936(2 votes) - How I Feel About Recycling My Life! - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2013 from Niki CleggMy life has had so many twists and turns some good and some bad but I am now at an age that I need to look at every aspect to see what is good for me and what I can change if it isn't helping me. I have found that my mind is very cluttered with things that are not really needed. I am a worrier ...
Views: 1930 - The Power of Recycling! - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2013 from Niki CleggI feel proud and powerful when I recycle because I never paid attention years ago when I should have. My opinion has changed dramatically about recycling and the best way to save the planet. I now understand that if we had all done the right things back in the day then we would not have the ...
Views: 1306 - Good vs. Bad EMFs - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukHow do we distinguish between good and bad Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs)? Researchers once thought EMFs, especially very low frequency and extremely low frequency EMFs, were safe because they were of such low strength as compared to other forms of radiation, such as those from a nuclear ...
Views: 12009(1 vote) - Animal Rescue and Renewal: A Story of Hope for a Horse Named Hiroka - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Michael RosenbaumTerrified . . . starving . . . her leg throbbing in pain from the deep sore extending down to her bone . . . the horse had little chance for survival. Bought at auction by a backyard butcher, this gentle horse - along with 14 cows, 32 goats and sheep and 4 turkeys - was slated for ...
Views: 1345 - Strategies For Selecting The Most Appropriate Deicing Salt For You - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from glenda calderaWhen it relates to deicing salt, don't assume all products are created equally. Each of them is intended to suit diverse needs during those freezing winter months when the snow and ice can build up on the pavement and sidewalks. Locating the product that will solve your individual ice-related ...
Views: 2328 - What Garbage Can Will Meet Your Needs - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Andrew LaneTrash cans are the key tool when recycling materials or getting rid of unwanted waste. This valuable device enables lots of people to correctly eliminate their excess at all times of the day. Finding the right one is particularly important and it can enhance the disposal system. Luckily, there ...
Views: 1239 - Environmental Pollution and Pain Medications - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI was struck by a recent article in Integrative Medicine regarding the incredible environmental risks we are creating with the huge volume of pharmaceuticals being used to manage pain. Consider that, according to the Institute of Medicine, there are probably close to 110 million Americans with ...
Views: 11138(1 vote) - How Advanced Nutrients Can Help Your Hydroponic Garden - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Tracy KennedySupplying your plants with the right nutrients is one of the most important things you can do for your indoor hydroponic garden. Rich nutrients are essential for the plants to flourish, particularly if you are growing delicious vegetables and fruit. This is also true for individuals that are ...
Views: 1323 - Call It Energy Wastage not Energy Efficiency – Step 1 in Energy Management - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Syed Kamran AliHave you ever witnessed, measured or read about any quantitative values of energy being wasted around you, in your country or in the world??? Definitely not. We get all sorts of figures regarding efficiency, but none regarding energy wasted. The reason lies in the bad image created by “using ...
Views: 1538 - Know About Landscaping and It is Sorts - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2013 from James RusselThe attribute sub-tropical climate and the placing options of Lake Bluff / Lake Forest are the proper components for creating a stupendous landscaping business. These options enhance the providers of landscaping corporations which are flourishing these days. These corporations are involved in ...
Views: 952 - Coping With Stains On A Daily Basis - My Little Secret! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2013 from Joanna JohnsonAs a passionate cooker, dedicated to constantly develop my skills in the kitchen, I can't help but struggle with stains on a daily basis. I maneuver between boiling sauces, sprinkling hot grease on my freshly-washed apron, and steaming pans which soak my clothes and my otherwise perfectly pulled ...
Views: 1515 - Put In A Stunning Fish Tank To Your Home Or Workplace - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Nadine GodfreyModern aquarium design having an acrylic fish tank has brought aquarium ownership into an entirely new trend of beauty. Aquariums have always drawn attention because of their colors and display of fascinating aquatic life. These aquariums offer you a completely different underwater experience ...
Views: 1629(1 vote) - How to Offset Carbon Emissions - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Erin EmanuelWhat are Carbon Emissions? Carbon emissions, or greenhouse gases (GHG), is a gas that is released into the atmosphere that emits radiation because of human day-to-day activities. When we burn fossil fuels, carbon dioxide (CO2) is released into the atmosphere which can cause the overall ...
Views: 939 - Social Space Top Kitchen Priority - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffThe kitchen, along with the master bedroom has always been one of the top two most important rooms in the home whether you are looking to purchase, sell or renovate to “stay in place.” In today’s underwater home sales marketplace, many stay-in-place homeowners have decided to not just ...
Views: 2188 - Why An Atomic Regulator Is Needed In Scuba Diving - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Sandra HarbisonWhen it comes to your next scuba diving trip you will need a lots of specialized equipment, but why is all that equipment essential and what is it used for? To name some of the necessary equipment; a mask, an atomic regulator, snorkel, and exposure suits but other components for diving are ...
Views: 985 - Happy and healthy with houseplants - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from simon stirlingBy Austin Clark Indoor plants brighten up homes and workplaces by bringing colour, shape and sometimes even fragrance to a living space. While those mood lifters are all very tangible, did you know that plants can also brighten your day by making you feel better? Over the years, plenty of ...
Views: 1497 - How To Make Free Electricity - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2013 from Tony CimbaIs there in reality such a thing as free electricity and if it does exist, just how do we find it? The idea that many of us have access to free electricity for our residence is a tad unreal to many people. It's a luxury that quite a lot of us would love to possess. So is it truly ...
Views: 1853 - Irishman Walking (Stage 3 Chapter 6) - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2013 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 1 began in Cape Soya in Hokkaido in the summer of 2009, and ended in Noshiro City in Akita Prefecture seven weeks later. Last summer (2012), Stage 8 started at ...
Views: 2353 - The Business of Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2013 from Lisa Tunney"What would happen if everybody ate lots and lots of fresh organic food that was minimally processed? I think we'd have an epidemic of health." -Andrew W. Saul, Ph.D. Many years ago, I worked in the retail industry. It was wintertime and cold season was upon us—and on that particular year, ...
Views: 2099(1 vote) - Litterbugs Be Gone - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Lisa TunneyWhen I was six years old my teenage babysitter walked with me and my brother to get a drink from a fast food place. I may not be a fan of anything fast-food these days, but back then a milk shake was a treat that I delighted in. Considering it was a hot summer day, the frozen chocolate ...
Views: 1457(1 vote) - To Bee or Not to Bee - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Lisa Tunney“If the bee disappears from the surface of the earth, man would have no more than four years to live.” -Albert Einstein Albert Einstein was not a naturalist, but he certainly knew how closely human beings were tied to the bee. The ecosystems of the planet are so tightly integrated, yet ...
Views: 1707(2 votes) - The Healing Power of Organic Foods - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Lisa TunneyWhen I was six years old my mother announced that our family would sample the culinary delights from a different country at least once every month. Mom prepared food at home and we dined out at restaurants, as well. That may not seem extraordinary coming from today's standards, but this ...
Views: 1557(2 votes) - Saying Goodbye to Your Bug Problems for Good - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Jesse BurnsBugged by bed bugs a lot? You’re not alone. Every homeowner has their share of pest problems, from roaches and rats to termites and bed bugs – the list goes on and on but effective solutions are so few. This may be one case when an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure or more ...
Views: 1159 - The Many Uses of Garden Storage Sheds - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Jesse BurnsA backyard usually has a small garden with ornamentals, shrubs, and herbs planted around. The need for such greenery is usually more than just for their aesthetic appeal, but they're also planted for a purpose. For a small pocket of greenery, it is often easier to tend and maintain because there ...
Views: 1212 - Eco-friendly Home Design - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Ivan DimitrijevicOur civilization has been advancing at a great pace these last one hundred, one hundred and fifty years, and we have achieved so much in terms of technological advancements in all fields. We have been doing this with little or no regard to our natural environment and the consequences of this ...
Views: 1529 - The Many Benefits Of A Water Pressure Sprayer - by Submitted on May 11, 2013 from Kristine EnglandWhen you're looking at the outside of your home, some of us may notice some damages to the surrounding floors or walls of the house. You may even notice things from a few years back, like stains or some grime. Such stains are deeply embedded in the surface and cannot be wiped clean using a spray ...
Views: 1263 - Tips & Guides Of Making Diy Wind Turbine At Home Finally Revealed - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Cydney CastroThe use of diy wind-turbines can also be a good way for you to bond with your family and also can be a great way for you to have some home energy-saving projects with your family. Did you know that building a small wind turbine for your homes can dramatically reduce the power bill and save us ...
Views: 1679 - Kitchen Planner - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Callum gillPrecisely what will keep once home completely different from others is actually its inside as well as good inside can be a requirement for starters who would like to help to make their residence remain outside the sleep. Cooking area is surely an significant portion of the home it's where most ...
Views: 878 - Kitchen Cupboard Door - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Callum gillAll people in the community today needs a modern day take on life to be able to the household. He / she desires the household search unique when compared with some others and stay compliment the idea because of its appears. Properly clearly a single want to help to make each and every cent ...
Views: 853 - Samhuiin: Invocation Of A Druid Ritual: Fire Festival - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Ian ScottIt's that time of the year again when Witches in the Southern Hemisphere celebrate the first of the winter festivals - Samhuinn. (pronounces sow-in) In the Northern Hemisphere it is Beltaine - both of which are fire festivals. Bonfires were lit on hilltops to celebrate the gathering of the ...
Views: 1987(1 vote) - Solar Energy to Protect the Planet - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from michael dixonUsing solar energy Today for its ability to give off energy without adding pollution. Everyone is surely aware of how severe environmental problems are these days. There is crisis in fuel, changes in climate and sickening pollution. These issues are somehow interconnected. They can affect ...
Views: 1286 - Northern Virginia Contractor bring Unbelievable resolution for your roofing - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from john milarIf you are looking for Northern Virginia roofing contractor then you can do it the right way. The first thing you need to figure out is what the scope of work is. Make sure you understand just how much damage there is to be repaired. This way you can fully control the whole work and you can be ...
Views: 968(1 vote) - Energy in Sunlight - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from michael dixonEnergy in Sunlight The use of solar power in homes and businesses across the world has been increasing in relevance in the past couple of years. People are increasingly getting to be environmentally sensitive and this explains why this has been the trend. Millions of people across the globe ...
Views: 2720 - How To Find Your Community - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Zarla LeahYou want to move out of the city, out of the usual rat race and American lifestyle and mind-set. You are tired of dealing with the pollution and the systems of the socialized society which I call "The Matrix." You have grown yourself into this vision of an intentional community where people are ...
Views: 1969 - Proper Tree Care an Important Thing - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Tony PaulTrees are an integral part of the backyard and it is important to keep them in proper shape. There are number of tree care services, which should be initiated so that they remain in good shape and also enhance looks of the backyard. There are different kinds of tree services, such as hedge ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - Save Electricity - Recycle, Reuse, or Reduce? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Jordan AdamElectricity plays a big role in our everyday life. We use electricity in almost every activity we carry out either at our home or office. We may end up using power more than we might realize and thus will have to combat with the long utility bills at the end. However, when talking about United ...
Views: 1063 - How to Transform Your Home to a Greener Home - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Gene ArmstrongIn an effort to contribute something to the environment, many people are welcoming the idea of green living. It's not only in practicing a healthier lifestyle by exercising and eating healthier food but also in making your home as environment-friendly as it can be with the resources you already ...
Views: 840 - How to Find Storyboard Artists Wanted Ads - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Henry MillerBeing an artist isn't an easy career to have. From the lack of steady work to the issue of being taken seriously in your field, it can be a daily struggle to stay afloat and remember your passion for what you do. With storyboard artists wanted ads, you will be able to find steady work and get ...
Views: 852 - Reduce Energy Cost with the Right Awnings - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Brad SchillingsSometimes the simplest solutions are best. Awnings were first used in ancient Syrian and Egyptian civilizations. The earliest known examples were little more than woven mats that were used to provide shade from the scorching desert sun in the marketplace or at home. More impressive awnings were ...
Views: 951 - Organic Gardening Heals Profoundly and Encourages Using Food as Medicine - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2013 from Kay HutchinsonWhat do Chinese medicine and eco-friendly gardening have in common? Chinese medicine emphasizes the idea that our bodies are a microcosm of nature. Thus, when we embrace organic and sustainable gardening methods as a way of growing foods that can be used as medicine to balance the body, we ...
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