The term ‘healthy eating’ is spoken about more than ever before and it has made many people more food conscious over the years. As such organic produce sales are booming because of the high demand.

Organically grown and harvested foods such as fruit, vegetables, honey, milk, and juices are more readily available now and can be found in most supermarkets.

Organic Foods

Organic foods are produced via natural farming methods and certified as being organic. These include fruits, grains, vegetables, meat, and dairy products. The plants are farmed without using chemical pesticides and herbicides, synthetic fertilizers, or sewage sludge so the soil remains healthy. They do not include genetically engineered foods that can affect biodiversity. Continue reading →

Sometimes, no matter how much you try to keep your home clean, pests, especially mosquitoes and flies, still find a way to thrive and survive. Many homeowners immediately turn to pesticides and repellent sprays to remove them. However, these products can contain harmful chemicals that have been linked to health issues.

Why Insect Repellents are Dangerous to Your Health

Most insect repellents contain DEET (N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide), which has been used since the 1940s to help prevent the spread of diseases due to insect bites. Reports of adverse skin reactions, as well as seizures in children, have created doubts over the safety of bug repellent with DEET. Continue reading →