Healthy Living
Ultraviolet Pest Control
The Ultraviolet we’re talking about is NOT the character played by Milla Jovovich. However, it was a great flick! No. Today, we’re getting into ACTUAL ultraviolet that you’ll find in light bulbs, used for fly traps. However, just in case you missed the movie, UltraViolet (SPOILER ALERT!) The Plot: A group of genetically engineered humans…
Read MoreKeeping Pests Away from Your Picnic
With the wacky weather we’ve been experiencing, it may be hard this year to call Memorial Day “the unofficial start of summer.” Monster tornadoes, snow in some parts of the country in May and your un-basic weirdness from Ma Nature. But we’re Americans. We don’t let stuff get in the way on the day we…
Read MoreHead Lice – Pain in the Neck and Other Places
The little kiddo comes home from school, complaining that their head itches. Could be dry scalp so you suggest they take a bath, wash their hair and put some conditioner on it. Give it a good rinse. Then at suppertime, everyone’s sitting around the dinner table. The kid’s still scratching away. You put down your…
Read MoreBird Mites – How Did They Get in the House?
How could something so small be such an incredibly strong insect? There is a particular brand which is far from what we would consider to call a mite. In all cases, they’re basically microscopic. But when you call something a mite, you think of a someone who is less-than mighty. The kind of mite we’re…
Read MoreNot All Bugs Are Bad Guys
In every war there’s a side that you’re on and one that you’re not. The “enemies” are simply soldiers. If they’re anything like us, the troops are simply trying to do their jobs. The battle is won when the army with the most dedicated workers, using the latest gizmos and better plans plainly are more…
Read MoreCan Household Pesticide Use Trigger Food Allergies?
Food allergies can range from mild to severe. And according to The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network, food allergies are a growing public health concern, affecting up to 15 million people. Of this number, roughly 6 million, or 8%, of all children suffer from some type of food allergy. Food Allergies Have Been Linked to…
Read MoreHow to Protect Young Children from Chemicals in Food
We’re all familiar with the saying that you are what you eat. However, for growing children that are constantly developing, it’s more important than ever to pay attention to the food they eat and any chemicals they may be ingesting unknowingly. Why Pesticides in Food May Put Your Child at Risk We are all regularly…
Read MoreReading Household Pesticide Labels Could Save Your Life
If you’ve never been the type to read product labels, it may be time to change your tune. Given the fact that approximately 59% of US homes use pesticides regularly, it’s more important than ever to become well-acquainted with labels on products that may contain harmful chemicals to protect yourself and your family. Before You…
Read MoreHow to Make a Pesticide Poisoning First Aid Kit for Your Home
If you don’t have your over-the-counter pesticides locked up securely in a cabinet, it’s likely that a young child or a pet could get into these harmful chemicals. If so, it’s important to act quickly to contact Poison Control and provide a child with first aid on the spot to treat pesticide poisoning. What…
Read MoreWhat Produce Should You Buy Organic to Avoid Harmful Pesticides?
If you’re wondering whether or not it’s worthwhile to spend the extra money on organic produce, in a nutshell, the answer is yes. This is especially critical for parents who are concerned about their children’s contact with pesticides as they have been linked with a number of health issues after years of cumulative exposure. How…
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