Create a Healthier Home

When it comes down to being as GREEN as I can possibly be, much of my energy and most of my passion falls on the side of a safer, healthier home. For me, that means education (both for myself and others), subsequently being smarter and making better choices. We often give a lot of thought to outdoor pollution but indoor pollution is often worse and is now associated with so many conditions like asthma, eczema, allergies and cancer. I am committed to making a difference and I have to say, I love helping people!

Think about this... safe, non-toxic products do not need child proof caps... starts you thinking doesn't it! Here are some great resources to evaluate what you are using and what the associated risks are:

Household Products Database: http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/
EPA Household Tour: http://www.epa.gov.kidshometour/
Guide to Indoor Air Quality: http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/insidest.html

Here are some interesting facts and highlights...

* Every 13 seconds a family calls a poison control center regarding an exposure to poison at home
* Over 3/4 of all poison exposures reported to poison control centers involve ingestion of a toxic household product.
* When researched by the National Institue of Occupational Safety and Health, 884 personal care products out of 2983 were found to be toxic. 146 of which can cause tumors, 218 can cause reproductive complications, 314 can cause biological mutation and 376 can cause skin and eye irritations. Personal care products should promote hygiene, health and beauty... not make us sick!
* An EPA report stated that indoor air pollution is one of the nation's most important environmental health problems
* The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that 150 common household chemicals have been linked to allergies, birth defects, cancer and psychological abnormalities

What can you do?

* Educate yourself
* Begin to eliminate toxins from your everyday life
* BE WELL- utilize and enjoy products that won't make you sick