Healthy Spaces

Healthy Spaces

Learn the basics of sustainable cleaning - from green products to indoor air quality - to create a healthy home.

  • Bette Midler's New York Restoration Project aims to plant one million new trees by 2017

    Thu, Feb 21, 2013 12:23 PM by John Platt

    Toyota has donated 4,500 free trees for this March's giveaway for New York City residents.

  • Adobe homes in Andes of Peru tell a toxic tale that is centuries old

    Wed, Feb 13, 2013 11:58 AM by Environmental Health News

    This 'land of mercury' may be poisoning its inhabitants.

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  • Proposed flame retardant ruling ignites debate

    Tue, Feb 12, 2013 4:00 PM by Jenn Savedge

    California's new fire safety standard would eliminate the use of flame retardant chemicals in household furniture.

  • Beijing gets temporary gasp of fresh air [Photos]

    Mon, Feb 04, 2013 12:45 PM by Catie Leary

    Residents and tourists spend precious time outdoors after weekend snow dispersed some of the air pollution that has gripped the Chinese capital for weeks.

  • Portland radon levels reveal potential health risks

    Fri, Jan 25, 2013 10:15 AM by John Platt

    1 in 4 homes in the area have potentially unsafe levels of radon, a new survey reveals.

  • Beijing's smog crisis reaches hazardous, off-the-chart levels [Photos]

    Wed, Jan 23, 2013 12:30 PM by Catie Leary

    Rapid industrialization combined with weak environmental regulations is to blame for Beijing's smoggy woes, which gets worse in the winter due to climate patterns and an increased demand for coal-powered heat.

  • Sometimes you just have to laugh at polluters

    Wed, Jan 02, 2013 8:29 AM by Jenn Savedge

    National eco-organization shares its favorite clean air cartoons from 2012.

  • Kelly Osbourne's weight loss secret: Vegan chef boyfriend

    Fri, Dec 28, 2012 6:18 PM by Michael d'Estries

    Former reality star says she's lost more than 69 pounds thanks to exercise, diet and a bit of help from her vegan chef beau.

  • What's really in our tap water?

    Mon, Dec 24, 2012 10:44 AM by Clint Williams

    The water coming out of your tap is safe, but there may still be some common contaminants.

  • Madonna sends strong anti-smoking message to fans

    Fri, Dec 21, 2012 1:18 PM by Michael d'Estries

    Singer admonishes fans for smoking during a sound check for a concert in Santiago, Chile.

  • various detergents on top of a washer and dryer

    The greener detergent: Liquid or powder?

    Wed, Dec 05, 2012 5:32 PM by Rodale News

    Save money and show a little planet love by switching to the least wasteful form of laundry detergent.

  • Best air-filtering houseplants, according to NASA

    Fri, Nov 30, 2012 10:51 AM by Michael Graham Richard

    If these plants are good enough to filter the air of the space station, surely they're good enough for your home.

  • Kelly Preston and son, jett travolta

    Kelly Preston reveals late son's battle with autism

    Mon, Nov 26, 2012 10:40 AM by Michael d'Estries

    Actress opens up for the first time about the environmental conditions that may have contributed to her son's health issues and untimely death.

  • baby sitting in grass

    Leading pediatricians' group recommends parents reduce pesticides at home

    Mon, Nov 26, 2012 6:47 AM by MyHealthNewsDai...

    Kids are exposed to pesticides every day through the air, dust and soil, and their food, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

  • pumpkin pie

    Thanksgiving tips: Keeping your kitchen clean

    Tue, Nov 20, 2012 8:39 AM by Stephanie Pappas, LiveScience Senior Writer

    Thanksgiving can get pretty chaotic, which makes it all the more important to stay clean and organized as you're preparing your Turkey Day meal.

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