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Do Just One Thing for November 17, 2019

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | November 17th, 2019

Ever see a dry cleaner that advertises itself as an "organic" operation? Don't be fooled into thinking it's the same thing as organic farming. Since there are no regulations for using the word "organic" in cleaning, what it basically means is "slightly less toxic" than regular dry cleaning. These cleaners still use chemicals that are neurotoxins, and those products are still petroleum-based. Instead, consider if your clothes really need dry cleaning at all, and if they do, try to limit the number of times you take them in.

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Do Just One Thing for November 16, 2019

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | November 16th, 2019

Ever wonder what to do with ashes from the fireplace? After the ashes have cooled, scoop them and save them for your backyard. Wood ashes are super rich in calcium, potassium, phosphorous and other minerals. You can simply sprinkle the cooled ashes all over your yard and mix them right into the soil. You can even add wood ashes to your compost pile to make it nutrient-rich, too. But don't overdo it; about 5% of the total amount is just right to make it the perfect compost blend.

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Do Just One Thing for November 15, 2019

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | November 15th, 2019

Many DIY projects to feed wild birds during the winter months involve coating a piece of bread -- like a stale bagel -- in peanut butter and birdseed to hang from a tree. Top bird experts agree this practice should be avoided, because the bread offers the birds very few nutrients; birds need fat to survive, not carbohydrates. If you want to help, you can use natural peanut butter to coat a pinecone with seed, which provides vital nourishment to our feathered friends during the cold winter months.

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