Triclosan is a controversial hand sanitizer chemical linked to endocrine disruption as well as other human health and environmental issues. Itβs been linked to the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and even worse, it is not effective against viruses, which are often more likely the cause of our colds and flus than bacteria in the first place. Thatβs not the case for apple cider vinegar thoughβwhich is antibacterial and antiviralβand you can easily learn how to make hand sanitizer with vinegar that actually works and costs less money.
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Super Veggies: Broccoli and Cabbage and Kale β Oh My!
While we’ve written about their powerful health benefits in the past, it bears repeating: Cruciferous vegetables are astoundingly good for you.
Green your Red-Hot Summer with Japan’s Number One Organic Green Tea Matcha
It’s nearing May in the heart of Japan’s Nishio area, and beneath the cover of carefully arranged netting, row after row of brilliant jade tencha tea plants are gradually hidden [ … ]