When was the last time you cleaned your cooktop? (Don’t answer that!) Sure, you may give it a quick wipe-down when dinner boils over, but have you taken a closer look at what might be lurking under your burners? It may be time to give your stovetop a good thorough cleaning. The first step of cleaning your range is to take it apart. Whether you have a gas or an electric stove, … [Read more...] about An easy goodbye to dirty stovetops
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Is organic always best? Your guide to shopping for produce
Every day, you hear arguments for eating an all-organic diet. Many claim that it’s better for the planet, better for your body and even a better source of nutrients. However, arguments like this only tell part of the story. Organic food is generally far more expensive than conventionally-grown food, and research has shown that the nutrient profile of organic produce is actually … [Read more...] about Is organic always best? Your guide to shopping for produce
We’ve perfected grocery shopping
There’s a good chance that grocery shopping isn’t one of your favorite leisure activities. Most of us prefer to get in and out of the store as quickly as possible without any annoying return trips for forgotten items. The key to a quick, efficient and frugal grocery store trip is taking the time to develop a complete, organized shopping list. Here’s how: Make a master … [Read more...] about We’ve perfected grocery shopping
An introduction to the EPA’s WaterSense program
Though over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is water, only one percent of that water is safe for human use. With an ever-increasing population and the subsequent demand for fresh water, it is imperative that we use what water we have efficiently and effectively. That’s why WaterSense, a partnership program formed in 2006 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, aims to … [Read more...] about An introduction to the EPA’s WaterSense program
How to save money in the laundry room
Although laundry may not seem like a significant expense in the grand scheme of your yearly budget, the laundry room is by far one of the most energy and money-guzzling rooms in the home. The average American family does nearly 400 loads of laundry per year, and with all those loads come the costs of electricity, water, laundry detergent, fabric softener and all the other … [Read more...] about How to save money in the laundry room
