The short days and long nights of winter can be a wonderful time to stay inside and cozy up next to a crackling fireplace with a hot cup of tea and a good book. However, this time of year is also the season when colds hit, asthma attacks get triggered, and your weight can slowly creep up. There are several environmental conditions in your home that can contribute to ill health and there are solutions to remedy them! Mould When rainfall is more abundant than sunshine, mould can begin to grow … [Read more...]

It seems like every time you turn around, researchers have discovered something new that’s hazardous to your health. The latest threat are phthalates. Here’s what you need to know about the family of chemical products, and how you can reduce your exposure. What are Phthalates? Pronounced thah-lates (the “ph” is silent), they are a family of chemical products that are used in thousands of consumer products.  They’re used as a plasticizer, making plastics more flexible and harder to break.  … [Read more...]