With winter weather lurking, many of us are using antifreeze in our car to keep the radiator going. But the active ingredient in antifreeze, ethylene glycol, is dangerous, toxic and unfortunately, very sweet-tasting. For animals, it can taste like a treat, but it can be lethal if ingested. First, avoid letting your family pet linger in the garage if that's where your car is parked. Look for leaks on the garage floor, and clean them up if you see them. And if you suspect your pet has licked up some antifreeze, take them to the vet ASAP.

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If you suffer from seasonal allergies caused by pollen or dust and dust mites, you might want to drag out the vacuum on a more frequent basis. Turns out regular vacuuming helps do more than just pick up crumbs and dirt; it's also a fantastic way to eliminate dust mites, dust and other allergens. When you walk through a room, your movement can kick these allergens into the air, decreasing the indoor air quality of your home. A few minutes of simply vacuuming can lead to much healthier air.

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It's a not-so-dirty little secret among greenie homebodies that it only takes two commonly found nontoxic ingredients to make the ultimate bathroom cleaner for your home: white vinegar and dish detergent. Simply heat up 12 ounces of white vinegar in the microwave for about 30 seconds, then mix in 12 ounces of dish detergent (choose one with color) and pour the mixture into a spray bottle. The colorful mixture shows you where you've sprayed on surfaces in the bathroom; the dish soap breaks down grease and dirt while the white vinegar dissolves mineral deposits. Truly one of the best bathroom cleaner recipes out there, and very eco-friendly to boot!

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