You may not think much about your floors and what they are made of. Your goal may simply be to keep your floor clean – a clean floor is a healthy one, right? Actually, it depends…your floor may be very clean but still have a negative effect on your family’s health. Here are some reasons why.

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A swimming pool full of crystal-clear, cool water is so inviting on a hot summer day. But if you’ve ever had a pool, you know that keeping the water clean is no small task. And it usually involves the use of “pool chemicals” such as chlorine. There are some non-toxic options out there today, however. Here are some ideas.

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Pollution in our waterways is a significant environmental problem. As rain water runs downward, it takes toxic chemicals with it, washing them into creeks, streams, and rivers. You can take steps to reduce this kind of pollution by becoming aware and making some changes around your home. Here are some ideas.

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There are so many ways to compost your food waste. There is some sort of composting option for everyone! Here are some of the ways you can compost your food waste.

1. Trench Composting

If this is allowed in your area, trench composting is a very simple and odor-free method that can be done easily without a great deal of effort. Basically, you dig a hole or trench near the plants you want to fertilize with compost. The shape doesn’t matter – it depends on your garden or lawn needs and lay-out.

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Yes, we all know those people – the people who have enormous greenhouses and pick their first tomato before Easter. Not all of us can accomplish such feats, but the good news is, there are easy ways to plan your vegetable garden without getting overwhelmed before you even start. Here are some tips and ideas.

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If you want to make sure that your home is as energy-efficient as possible, there are some key things you will need to do. While you can do a complete home remodel or just a few changes, some basic elements are essential. Here are some tips to help you make your home as efficient as possible.

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So you want to build an eco-home! But perhaps you are not sure if you can do so on a budget. The good news is, the essence of an eco-home is to reuse, recycle and reduce, which is an inherently economic approach. Here are some ideas on building your eco-home without breaking the bank.

1. Work out a budget

You might say you’re “on a budget,” but have you really sat down and worked through the details of what you will need and how much you have to spend? Take some time to work out a realistic budget that takes as many details into account as you can think of.

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The art of feng shui and eco-friendly decorating are very compatible. Feng shui is intended to open up the flow of energy in your home, bringing a sense of peace, harmony, and renewed energy to the inhabitants. Eco-friendly decorating ties in with this concept, since eco-friendly interior design is intended to promote a healthy, clean indoor environment (while protecting the earth as well). Both concepts are based in nature.

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Depending on your location, indoor air can be just as polluted – if not more so – than outside air. The problem is the chemical nature of many building materials, to the point that “sick building syndrome” is a recognized disorder. Improving the air quality in your home is a good idea, even if you and your family do not have allergies or obvious symptoms of chemical exposure. Here are some tips for making sure the air in your home is clean.

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Ecosystems are a complex series of interconnected life forms that depend upon each other. Ecosystems exist in a state of balance and when one component is affected, the whole system is thrown off.

Bees are an integral part of a healthy ecosystem. Here are some things to think about the next time you get annoyed by a bee.

1. Pollination

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