When you think of metal roofs, does it conjure up images of falling-down shacks by the side of the road? Do you think of old, collapsing barns? Well, the metal roof has been updated and is no longer the obsolete material of dilapidated buildings. Metal roofs can actually save you money in the form of lower energy costs. They are durable, and come in a variety of sleek, attractive designs. Here are some of the attributes of metal roofs. Read the rest of this entry
Paint stripping is a messy job, but it does not have to be a dangerous one. Thankfully, there are now non-toxic paint strippers on the market that make even the removal of lead paint safer. Let’s take a look at some of the components and hazards of typical paint strippers in order to understand why non-toxic options are so important. Read the rest of this entry
Making an effort toward cleaner indoor air is no longer the exclusive domain of asthma and allergy sufferers. There are health concerns for everyone if the air in a structure is toxic or just poor quality. Here are some things to consider to protect the air you breathe in your home, office, or other structure in which you spend a good deal of time. Read the rest of this entry
Superfoods is a book written by nutritionist and superfood guru David Wolfe. In his book he describes the top 10 super foods and their health properties. His arguments are based on solid research. The Top 10 Superfood list includes:
Goji Berries – Fountain of Youth
Cocoa – Raw Chocolate
Maca – Andes Aphrodisiac
Bee Products – Royal Jelly, Bee Pollen, Honey, Propolis
Spirulina – Protein Queen
AFA – Blue Green Algae
Marine Phytoplankton
Aloe Vera – Essence and Egyptian Secret of Immortality
Hempseed – Superfood of the Future
Coconuts – Symbol of Paradise
Also included as superfoods in his honourable mention section are:
Acai
Camu Camu Berry
Chlorella
Incan Berries
Kelp
Noni
and Yacon.
The author describes each superfood in detail, its health properties and uses in nutritious and delicious recipes. Superfoods contain a vast amount of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, enzymes, essential fatty and amino acids and should be an important part of our daily healthy diet.
Superfoods also help us to maintain a healthy weight and improve our immune system. They nourish our muscles, skin, hair, inner organs and help us to increase our general well-being.
The book is printed on eco-friendly paper using vegetable based ink. You can buy the book here.
Have you ever seen a movie or read a novel where the fainting heroine was revived with “smelling salts”? In Victorian times, smelling salts were used to invigorate and enliven a weak constitution. Epsom salts were a significant ingredient in those invigorating remedies, and the Victorians may have been on to something. Read the rest of this entry
Why not lay aside some of summer’s bounty as dried fruit? It is simple, economical, and requires little in the way of special equipment. Because there is no long cooking involved, drying fruits preserves more nutrients than canning. And children often prefer this high-fiber snack to candy. You can dry fruit whole, sliced, chopped, or as fruit “leather.” Here are some of the basics of dried fruit. Read the rest of this entry
Dehydrating food is a nutritious way to preserve essential vitamins and enzymes in fruits and vegetables. Dehydrated apple rings, apricots, fruit roll-ups, trail mixes or other delicacies make healthy in-between snacks for the whole family.
The Excalibur 2900 is a food dehydration system allowing horizontal or parallel air flow due to its specific design. It also benefits from:
9 trays – 15” x 15” each tray
15 sq ft of total drying area
7” 600 watts fan
Measures 12 1/2”H x 17”W x 19”D
Adjustable thermostat 85 – 145 degrees F
The drying process with Excalibur 2900 is fast, easy and economical. It comes with removable doors and trays, has FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved polycarbonate trays and polycarbonate plastic cabinet.
In the winter, the air gets very dry and cold, and forced-air heat can make the air inside our homes uncomfortably dry. That kind of desert-like air can be hard on our bodies, drying skin and mucus membranes, making us more susceptible to colds and other respiratory ailments. Super-dry air can also damage the structure of your home, causing cracks in drywall and gaps in floor joints (dryness causes wood to shrink). And the static electricity is just plain annoying. Read the rest of this entry
Because they contain different materials (rubber, cloth, metal), rubber tires are one of the most difficult items to recycle. Burning them produces copious, acrid smoke. This is probably why tires end up in creeks and ravines across the country. There are, however, creative ways to use old tires that do not harm the environment. One of the best ways to use old tires is in the garden. Here are some ideas for gardening with tires. Read the rest of this entry
Yacon syrup is a sugar substitute and is native to the Andean region of South America. The Yacon plant is related to the sunflower and has edible leaves. The syrup is freshly pressed from the Yacon root, which contains high quantities of antioxidants and potassium.
Dehydrating food is a nutritious way to preserve essential vitamins and enzymes in fruits and vegetables. Dehydrated apple rings, apricots, fruit roll-ups, trail mixes or other delicacies make healthy in-between snacks for the whole family. 
