Why Smoking Stinks!  /  Seven P's of Healthy Living & Disease Prevention

The National Cancer Institute tells us that approximately 2/3 of all cancers are caused by things in the environment…. The good news is there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing the disease, and not smoking is one of them.

On the Reverse: Seven tips on how to live healthfully, such as why you should "Purchase healthy products", or "Practice healthy living."

The Dirty Dozen Bookmark: 12 Simple Ways to Keep Dust and Dirt Out of Our Homes

Pollutants can be tracked into our homes on our shoes and clothing. Invisible residues of pesticides, carcinogens, solvents, paints, mold, bacteria, lead, and other toxins that are brought inside can get on our hands and food and be eaten or inhaled. Over a long period of time, these agents accumulate and can increase the chance that illness will develop.

Bookmark: A Heads-up on Safely Treating Lice

The most commonly available treatments for lice infestations—medicated shampoos, creams, lotions, and the like—contain pesticides and should be avoided especially by babies, children, pregnant women, and people with chronic diseases. Here are a few tips on safe, non-toxic methods for getting rid of lice and making sure they stay gone.