While it may seem all-natural, burning incense in your home can equal the polluting effects of smoking cigarettes. Incense has the chemical benzene (also found in cigarettes), and this carcinogenic is... more

The next time you see fruit flies or other insects flying around the inside of your home, refuse the urge to grab insecticide, and use rubbing alcohol instead. Fill a spray bottle with rubbing alcohol... more

Have you ever thought about how clean the inside of your car really is? Many of us never really clean the inside, even though our car is like a second home. Some independent studies have shown that ca... more

There's a big difference between bags and products labeled "compostable" versus "biodegradable." Under normal composting situations, items labeled compostable will degrade over time as microbes feed o... more

Have you heard of "certified heat-treated" firewood? It's a designation that certifies that the firewood you're burning has been treated to kill any invasive insects or disease that may live in the wo... more

Not all glass is the same, and that rule holds especially true when it comes to recycling. While glass that once held foods like spaghetti sauce or pickles is recyclable and should be recycled, other ... more

Going camping this summer? Do one thing: Leave your firewood at home. Whenever you bring firewood from home on a camping trip, you risk bringing tree-killing insects and diseases with you. If the fire... more

Sneakers are not only washable, but they can be laundered in the washing machine. But make sure you do it properly. Start by sprinkling a liberal amount of baking soda inside the shoes and leaving it ... more

The plastic cooler or icebox you use for picnics and tailgating parties is something you might want to consider the next time you go grocery shopping. In the hot summer months, your car can get ultra-... more

To help avoid food waste at home, think like a restaurant chef to be both frugal and creative with your cooking. Use overripe bananas by mashing them up and mixing them with pancake batter to make del... more

If you have a backyard pool, perhaps the best investment you can make is to purchase a pool cover. It makes sense: Water evaporates, and a pool cover helps significantly lessen that dissipation throug... more

It's a good idea to invest in electric fans before the outdoor temperatures get too hot. While air conditioning can keep your home cool, it guzzles a lot of electricity. When you use fans, you reduce ... more

If you are repotting a household plant, can you reuse last year's soil from your outdoor window boxes and garden pots? The answer is no, unless you are absolutely certain that the soil is free of any ... more