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Banish plastic from your kitchen
Thu, May 24 2012 at 10:19 AM EST

We know that some plastics leach harmful chemicals, but the jury is still out on which ones are really safe. Here's what to use instead.

Does your life need a Digital Detox?
Wed, May 16 2012 at 10:15 AM EST

This 4-day retreat offers the opportunity to disconnect from the electronic world and plug back into the natural one.

How to inhibit mold growth
Mon, Apr 30 2012 at 1:05 PM EST

Killing mold is one thing, but preventing it entirely is even better. Any place in your environment that is prone to moisture is a potential home for mold, and if you can keep that area clean and dry, you can prevent the problem.

How to prevent mildew
Wed, Apr 25 2012 at 4:26 PM EST

Mildew may be natural, but that doesn't mean we want it in our homes.

How to kill mildew naturally
Wed, Apr 25 2012 at 1:01 PM EST

You don't have to resort to bleach or other toxic solutions to keep your home mildew-free.

My sense of smell improved after I nixed chemical fragrances
Tue, Apr 24 2012 at 3:36 PM EST

I never even realized how much 'fake' scents cut down on my ability to smell.

How hot does water need to be when you wash your hands?
Sun, Apr 15 2012 at 6:00 PM EST

Duration is more important than temperature when it comes to killing germs.

5 hidden causes of yeast infections
Tue, Apr 10 2012 at 1:07 PM EST

From periods to pantyliners, we reveal the hidden causes of these itchy and annoying infections.

How to psych yourself up for spring cleaning
Thu, Mar 08 2012 at 9:50 PM EST

Cleaning feels great when it's finished, but how do you motivate yourself to start?

Where do fruit flies come from?
Thu, Mar 08 2012 at 5:09 PM EST

These little guys can smell fermenting goodness from what seems a mile away.

How to clean an iron
Wed, Mar 07 2012 at 2:03 PM EST

Here are some tips for how to get the plate, the vent holes and the interior of the iron cleaned. Your clothes will thank you.

How to clean copper ... naturally
Wed, Feb 29 2012 at 5:03 PM EST

Commercial copper cleaners often contain harsh chemicals, but you can naturally clean copper with materials usually already found in your home.

NYC's underground LowLine park would pipe in sunlight for trees
Tue, Feb 28 2012 at 10:58 AM EST

The park has tentative support from businesses and government officials, but now a technology demo is needed to convince investors.

Know the dangers lurking in your kitchen: Infographic
Mon, Feb 20 2012 at 7:25 PM EST

From knives to fires to other disasters, there are plenty of ways to get in trouble in your kitchen.

Retrofitted coffee grounds can absorb toxic gases
Fri, Feb 17 2012 at 12:38 AM EST

While the coffee grounds compound was successful in eliminating odors and gases, it would take a large amount of grounds to be useful.

Air pollution linked to cognitive decline in older women
Thu, Feb 16 2012 at 9:00 AM EST

New study finds link between high levels of air pollution and cognitive decline in older women.

Public bans mean smokers also light up less at home
Mon, Feb 13 2012 at 8:07 PM EST

Home smoking bans occurred when the smoker planned to quit, there was a childbirth, or the smoker has voiced support for a public ban.

Watch: Whose Air Is It Anyway?
Fri, Feb 10 2012 at 3:00 PM EST

Watch these Repower America members show their support for the Clean Air Act and get inspired to fight for your right to breathe!

7 companies with unique employee health benefits
Thu, Feb 02 2012 at 4:14 PM EST

We've tracked down companies with some of the most unique and offbeat employee health perks. Did your employer make the list?

Julianne Moore tells politicians: We want clean air
Thu, Feb 02 2012 at 2:23 PM EST

Video: Actress releases a new video calling on parents to join the fight against air pollution.

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