Baby Steps Towards Green Living

Common household cleaners are toxic, contain harmful chemicals Disinfectants are also dangerous to inhale. They can also weaken our immune system by creating a too-sterile environment, which inhibits our body from building immunity to common germs. Instead we can opt for household cleaners

White vinegar inhibits the growth of bacteria by creating an unfriendly, acidic environment. It's preferred over apple cider vinegar since it won't stain, is completely non-toxic and it's easy to use.

Baking soda acts as a natural abrasive/scouring agent, deodorizer and cleanser and is gentle enough to use on nearly every surface.

• Olive or jojoba oil will polish furniture and oil wood without harmful additives. They are also less likely to go rancid.
• Essential oils are a perfect addition to any natural household cleaner, especially those with natural antiviral or natural antifungal properties.

Some household Plants are also very useful for the clean fresh air in the house.

Aloe Vera

Not only can it be used for burns on the skin, it is also known to remove formaldehyde from the air.

Baby Rubber Plant

Benefits: These houseplants clean the air by emitting high oxygen content, and purifies indoor air by removing chemicals, such as formaldahyde or other toxins.

Bamboo Palm or Reed Palm

it removes formaldehyde and is also said to act as a natural humidifier.

Boston Fern

It is said to act as a natural air humidifier, removes formaldehyde and is a general air purifier. Said to be among the best in air purifying houseplants