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August 28th, 2011
ENVIRONMENTAL AND FRIENDLY TREATMENTS FOR COOTIE
When I was a student, I saw that if a student unluckily had head cootie, he or she would be boycotted by other children. Head lice are terrible. Those who suffered from them had all kinds of awful chemicals applied or no hair on their heads.
While the stigma of head lice appears to have relented, the incidence of head lice hasn't, nor has the use of environmentally unfriendly chemicals used in treatment.
Some head lice preparations (and shampoos for that matter), contain Lindane. Lindane is a toxin that persists in the environment, making its way into waterways after being rinsed off.
The US EPA classifies lindane as a bioaccumulative and toxic chemical and belongs to the same family of chemicals as DDT and PCBs. It can be absorbed through the skin and affect the central nervous system. It's also known to cause liver and kidney damage - so it's a good idea to check your head lice treatment for this chemical.
Nothing is as good as monitoring to prevent head lice infestation, but an excellent alternative to environmentally harmful chemicals is Tea Tree Oil. A capful of tea tree oil poured into a spray bottle then filled with water ...
July 1st, 2011
15 EASY WAYS TO BE GREEN
These tips can make a big difference on our environment and your wallet. Some are just about being mindful of our daily activities and others can save you big money. Most of them are very easy and cost little or nothing to implement.1. Focus on native plantings for your garden - they are often pet resistant and need less watering.2. Use rain barrels to collect rainwater to water your garden, this can save big money on your summer water bill. Gardener's Supply Catalogue has excellent choices.3. Plant trees to provide shade to areas of your home where mid-day sun heat is strongest during the summer months.4. Plant your own veggies and herbs so you can walk outside when you need something rather than running to the store.5. Consider solar energy. Even if you aren't in the "sun belt" the average U.S. city receives more sun than Germany which is the world leader in solar energy. Canadians use it successfully. Solar energy is not just for someone else.6. Use only appliances with the Energy Star logo. They use from 10-50% less energy and water. If you are using a 20 year or older major appliance, you are overspending on your energy ...




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