I so want one of these BalanceBall® Chairs ! According to Gaiam, this chair was developed with chiropractic pioneer Dr. Randy Weinzoff, as an effective tool for improving spinal alignment and strengthening core muscles. The ball can also be removed and used for exercise off the chair. A truly versatile piece of furniture – I [...]
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Wanted: BalanceBall Chair
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 5, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/03/wanted/
My Next Bath Mat
Gaiam’s Cork Bath Mat is naturally anti-fungal, nonslip, and dries quickly. What more can you ask for from a bath mat? Maybe that it feels nice when you’re standing on it…I won’t make any judgments about that until those are my 2 (much girlier) feet!
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 3, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/03/my-next-bath-mat/
On my "To Read" List…
Excerpt from the book on GAIAMlife – sounds like a lot of really great, stress-reducing, fun-filled, doable ideas!
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 24, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/02/on-my-to-read-list/
20% off CleanWell Foaming Hand Sanitizer
I recently wrote about CleanWell‘s All Natural Hand Sanitizer. Now CleanWell is offering another great All Natural Hand Sanitizer and this time it’s a foam! For a limited time get 20% off the CleanWell All-Natural Foaming Hand Sanitizer Two Pack at CleanWell’s webstore. Just enter discount code “lovefoam” at checkout! Good until February 22, 2010.
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 16, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/02/20-off-cleanwell-foaming-hand-sanitizer/
The Biogreen® Memory Foam Pillow
I have always been pretty simplistic when it comes to my pillows with no preference in brand. I just don’t like a pillow to be too thick and I like them more on the firm side. I recently tried a quite sophisticated pillow called the Biogreen® Memory Foam Pillow. These pillows are really unique because [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 5, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/02/the-biogreen%c2%ae-memory-foam-pillow/
New Addition to My Plant Family
This is my new ivy plant (thank you husband!). Ivy is supposed to be pretty easy to take care of and it’s said to improve indoor air quality – 2 great attributes of any plant! :)
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 3, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/02/new-addition-to-my-plant-family/
Can You Guess What This Is?
When I first glanced at this picture below I thought it was a diffuser of some sort, but then I saw the title – Countertop Bag Dryer. I like! I often think to myself “this ziploc really doesn’t deserve to go in the garbage just yet..” A lot of times, especially if the contents were [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 3, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/02/can-you-guess-what-this-is/
More Good to Know House Plant Info!
Aside from my bamboo, I currently have one other house plant and that would be my very large peace lily. Peace lilies are another easy to keep bunch, but my care hasn’t been optimal the past few months so I guess even the easy plants can show their lack of proper care. The main problem [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on February 2, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/02/more-good-to-know-house-plant-info/
Yellow Leaves – Not So Bad?
I’m by no means a plant expert, but I try to keep a few plants thriving, or at least living. I’m definitely a big fan of bamboo for two main reasons: (1) It’s pretty and (2) It’s SO easy to take care of! Recently, the bamboo I keep on my desk started to have some [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 22, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/01/yellow-leaves-are-not-so-bad/
Germ-Free Naturally!
CleanWell‘s hand sanitizer consists of a patented blend of essential oils that kills 99.99% of germs without the addition of any triclosan, benzalkonium chloride, or alcohol. CleanWell has very purposely left out powerful yet toxic antibacterial ingredients like triclosan (a known endocrine disruptor) and its natural formula still kills MRSA, E. Coli, Staph, and Salmonella [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 22, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/01/germ-free-naturally/
Window Farms?
Who said you can’t garden in an apartment? Now you most certainly can with Window Farms, which are, to be exact “vertical, hydroponic, modular, low-energy, high-yield edible window gardens built using low-impact or recycled local materials”. Check them out here: Windowfarms.org
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 20, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/01/window-farms/
Big Green Smile
This is a great resource for natural and green products, news, and tips: BIGGREENSMILE.com
Posted by All Natural Annie on January 12, 2010
http://allnaturalannie.com/2010/01/big-green-smile/
Thyme to make your home smell magnificent!
Thymes is an entirely woman-run company that makes fantastic bath, body, home, and fragrance products with women specifically in mind. The first product by Thymes that I am currently experiencing in my home is one of their Reed Diffusers. The diffusers come in such interesting scents like Tamarind Lychee, White Persimmon, and Oolong Cassis, just [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on December 11, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/12/thyme-to-make-your-home-smell-magnificent/
Greenshops
For eco-friendly gifts: GREENSHOPS.COM
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 24, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/11/greenshops/
Some great resources for finding great gifts!
Smallflower NOT ON THE HIGH STREET
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 19, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/11/some-good-resources-for-finding-great-gifts/
Easy Detox
Here are 12 easy ways to detox your body and home from Health.com!
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 18, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/11/easy-detox/
How to fake a green thumb
Now watering your plants can stop being a guessing game thanks to Lechuza‘s Self-Watering Planters. Each planter has a sub-irrigation system that enables your plant to supply itself with the amount of water needed for optimal growth for up to 12 weeks (depending on planter size, plant type and location). These little wonders are available [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 13, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/11/how-to-fake-a-green-thumb/
Wine = a stain lifter?
Well if it’s white wine then the answer is ‘yes’! White wine has been said to attack red wine stains better than anything else. Just carefully pour some white wine on a red wine stain, cover with enough salt to absorb the liquid, shake off the salt, blot with some club soda, and throw it [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on July 7, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/07/wine-a-stain-lifter/
Sydney Hale
Sydney Hale was born from a woman’s passionate hobby and dedication to nature-inspried, high-quality home and bath products. I recently discovered this very impressive, handmade line of home and beauty products while browsing an outdoor market in Northern Virginia. The packaging looks like the products are straight out of a high-end boutique, and the smells and quality match that impression [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 14, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/sydney-hale/
Less or no chemicals in the pool this summer…
If you’re interested in using less chemicals in your pool or if you’re trying to go chemical-free all together then here are some companies and products I came across that should be helpful! ZODIAC POOL CARE’S NATURE2 – uses mineral technology to sanitize pool and spa water without heavy doses of chlorine. ECOSMARTE [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 13, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/less-chemicals-in-the-pool-this-year/
Eco-friendly Dishwashing Detergents
Here are some automatic dishwashing detergents that clean without the use of bleach and phosphates: Seventh Generation - retails for about $5.99 for a 45 oz box. Mrs. Meyers - around $7.99 for a 48 oz bottle. Method - about $6.50 for a bag of 20 detergent tabs (cleans 20 loads of dishes).
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 12, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/eco-friendly-dishwashing-detergents/
Something to help you stop killing those nice plants!
For novice gardeners and/or hard-to-grow plants, here’s a really useful tool I came across: EASYBLOOM. This sensor will actually tell you if something you are growing needs more water or light (how cool is that!). Between the sensor itself and the EasyBloom website, you can figure out key information like where a plant would grow [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 11, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/something-to-help-you-stop-killing-those-nice-plants/
Top 5 Reasons to Plant a Tree
Trees… help clean the air. can increase the value of your home by up to 15% or more. help clean our rivers and streams. conserve energy in the summer and in the winter. make your home and neighborhood more beautiful!
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 26, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/04/top-5-reasons-to-plant-a-tree/
Homemade & Natural Produce Wash
For a Natural Produce Wash, combine: 3 cups filtered water 3 Tbsp white distilled vinegar or apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp baking soda a few drops of lemon juice Mix ingredients in a spray bottle. Mist fruits/vegetables and rinse with cold water to get your produce naturally free of dirt and/or pesticides! **Not recommended for mushrooms because they [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on April 8, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/04/homemade-natural-produce-wash/
How long will that ground turkey last?
www.stilltasty.com - “Your Ultimate Shelf Life Guide – Save Money, Eat Better, Help The Environment ” Such great shelf life information for just about everything! This site is SO informative and user-friendly. Love it!
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 31, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/03/how-long-will-that-ground-turkey-last/
Simple & natural air fresheners!
White vinegar – removes odors naturally on surfaces and in the air. Baking soda- absorbs odors. Keep an open box in the refrigerator, closets, under sinks, etc. Essential oils: 1. diluted in water can be used as a room spray (try sweet orange & lavender or lemon & cedar) 2. add to a bowl of water - adds [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 26, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/03/simple-natural-air-fresheners/
Commercial Air Fresheners – not so refreshing
A 2007 study conducted by the Natural Resources Defense Council found that 12 of 14 different brands of household air fresheners contained phthalates, chemicals known to disrupt hormones and cause birth defects in male genitalia in animals. Some studies have linked phthalates to developmental and reproductive problems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on March 26, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/03/commercial-air-fresheners-not-so-refreshing/
Green & Natural Online Shopping!
CLICK HERE to do some ”Green & Natural” online shopping! This site has some great brands, great sales, and some really unique natural products!
Posted by All Natural Annie on November 7, 2008
http://allnaturalannie.com/2008/11/green-natural-online-shopping/
Bleach Alternatives
1/2 cup 3 percent hydrogen peroxide in the rinse cycle 1/2 cup baking soda to warm or hot water wash cycles 1/2 cup lemon juice in the rinse cycle If you can or want to let your clothes hang outside, sunshine is a natural bleach as well!
Posted by All Natural Annie on October 17, 2008
http://allnaturalannie.com/2008/10/bleach-alternatives/
Natural Glass & Window Cleaner Recipe
In an empty spray bottle: 1 part water 1 part white vinegar 1 part alcohol SO SIMPLE! (It will smell like vinegar, but the smell will dissipate relatively quickly)
Posted by All Natural Annie on October 17, 2008
http://allnaturalannie.com/2008/10/natural-glass-window-cleaner-recipe/
