When it comes to composting, organic matter like vegetable and fruit peels are great items to add to your bin. But when it comes to citrus peels from fruit like lemons and oranges, it's best to minimize the amount you put into the compost. Since all-natural pesticides often use citrus oil, adding citrus can actually inhibit worms from thriving in your compost. Scatter citrus peels around the bin to let them degrade and to act as a natural pest repellent.

An infestation of insects in your home does not mean you need to call the exterminator or reach for chemical bug sprays. What you should do is figure out the food source of the infestation. Cleaning up spills or finding out where insects are entering your home is the best first measure. Seal cracks and do a thorough cleaning to see if that fixes the problem. If that doesn't work, look into all-natural repellents instead of chemical sprays.

If you choose to reheat leftovers in the microwave, opt for microwave-safe containers made out of glass or ceramic. Plastic containers that are labeled "microwave safe" are not necessarily healthy; the label only means the containers can withstand higher temperatures before they soften and change shape. Plastic containers can still leach chemicals into food, and microscopic scratches in the plastic can harbor germs and bacteria.