Health Action Magazine - Home Environment
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Millions Spent-Not a Joule SavedLighting represents a mere fraction of overall Canadian energy consumption and has a limited potential for energy savings, yet millions of dollars are being spent to promote...
Health Action, Winter 2009/2010 - 2K
The Dark Side of Compact Fluorescent LightsStarting in 2012, regular incandescent bulbs, the ones invented by Thomas Edison over 100 years ago, will be banned in Canada.
Contrary to popular belief, switching from...
Health Action, Winter 2009/2010 - 7K
Sense about Candle ScentsWhat better way to create ambiance than to light a candle and soak in a soft scent and mood? But before you light that wick, double check that you're not inadvertently giving...
Health Action, Summer 2009 - 1K
Ancient Secrets for a Healthier SleepWe face an enormous amount of toxic stressors on a daily basis. Since we spend onethird of our lives sleeping, it makes sense that we take steps to sleep in a healthy oasis...
Health Action, Summer 2009 - 4K
Air Freshener ChemicalsAir fresheners are commonly used in homes, offices, retail stores, public restrooms and restaurants. But how much
do we know about what we're inhaling?
In 2006, European...
Health Action, Summer 2009 - 2K
Air Freshener ChemicalsAir fresheners are commonly used in homes, offices, retail stores, public restrooms and restaurants. But how much
do we know about what we're inhaling?
In 2006, European...
Health Action, Summer 2009 - 2K
Safer Air SniffingCommonly sold air fresheners may contain dangerous chemicals, a recent CBC investigation found. The news outlet took a sampling of air fresheners on the Canadian market and...
HANS Website Exclusive - Summer 2009 - 6K
Chemicals in Your HomeChemicals, allergens and toxins-oh my! For a place that's supposed to offer refuge and safety, our homes can be filled with a variety of unseen dangers.
Small and silent,...
Health Action, Spring 2009 - 3K
Is Your Home Office Positioned for Stress or Success?Are you are one of the 150 million people in North America who enjoys the many perks of a homebased business, such as no commuting and the ability to throw a load of laundry...
Health Action, Spring 2009 - 3K
Extreme Garden Makeover: Part 2The six-foot weeds were gone, the seeds and seedlings were planted, but the extreme garden makeover definitely wasn't over. It soon became apparent that a gardener's work is...
Health Action Magazine Fall 2008 - 2K
Canary in a Wireless MineYou've probably heard about the old "Canary in the Coalmine" method used to determine the safety for coal miners. A canary was kept in the mine-as long it was singing, the...
Health Action Magazine Fall 2008 - 3K
Reduce Electromagnetic Pollution in Your HomeModern electrical technology is a lot like dark chocolate. Too much can make you sick. In fact, there is such a concentration of cell phones, BlackBerrys, WiFi, home...
Health Action Magazine Fall 2008 - 5K
Shower Curtain CautionToxic chemicals may lurk in the most unlikely culprit-your new shower curtain.
Vinyl curtains can contain polyvinyl chloride (PVC) that "off-gases" when you crack open the...
Health Action Magazine Fall 2008 - 1K
Does Your Kitchen Have Good Feng Shui?In the ancient Chinese philosophy of feng shui (pronounced fung shway), the kitchen is referred to as the heart of the home and is connected to the family's health,...
Health Action Magazine Summer 2008 - 3K
3 Household Rs for Reducing Your Cancer RiskYou're standing in the doorway to your house, gazing around with slightly glazed eyes. You know you want to cut back you and your family's chemical exposure. You know that by...
Herbal Collective March/April 2008 - 5K
Gardeners Think in Layers This SeasonAre you planting lasagna this year? No, not the famous Italian entrée, but the soon-to-be-famous gardening technique. Those who've tried lasagna gardening say it saves work,...
Health Action Magazine Spring 2008 - 3K
Spring Cleaning Need Not Be a Toxic ChoreRichard, inspired by the spring season, decided it was high time he helped out with the housecleaning chores. His first task was to have a cup of coffee. After that, feeling...
Health Action Magazine Spring 2008 - 3K
Is Danger Lurking in Your Pots and Pans?As much as we try to be healthy, taking alternative and preventive measures to live well, most Canadians are still unaware of the dangers lurking in their kitchens-non-stick...
Health Action Magazine Spring 2008 - 3K
A Safer Sanctuary: Detoxify Your HomeThe home is supposed to a relaxing place to chill out after a long day. But environmental consultants and health experts suggest that private spaces need a little help to...
The Herbal Collective Nov/Dec 2007 - 4K
Canada to Ban Incandescent BulbsBy the year 2012, incandescent light bulbs will be banned in Canada. Natural Resources Minister Gary Lunn said the ban would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than six...
Cash in on Compost in Time for SpringCanadians produce seven millions tonnes of organic waste each year, which accounts for a staggering one-third of the space taken up in landfills. Aside from the fact that our...
HANS e-News - January 15, 2008 - 4K
Choose Quality Cookware for Superior HealthIn your kitchen, are you faced with a cupboard full of worn out, inferior quality pots and pans? Or perhaps you are a novice cook and are looking forward to buying your first...