What is the Precautionary Principle?
Cara SmusiakIn the green world, we talk about the Precautionary Principle quite a bit, and though it sounds simple and logical, it is a complex issue for policy-makers. The Precautionary Principle is based on the premise that we just need to suspect something will cause harm; we don't need to prove it. According to the UK's Joint Nature Conservation Committee, the Precautionary Principle "is a...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQHow Can I Get Rid of a Wasp's Nest Naturally?
GuestAt Naturally Savvy we always love to hear from our readers who do things in a natural and organic way. Kim Hutchinson, a Savvy Reader, wanted to share how she got rid of two pesky wasp's nest, naturally. Kim had great results with food-grade diatomaceous earth. Kim went out after dusk, properly clothed for the task. She checked the following day during active hours and found the wasps to be ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQSpray Bottle Size for 10 Drops of Essential Oil
Melissa MakerQ: There is a disinfectant recipe by Melissa Maker. The recipe did not mention the size of the spray bottle for ten drops of essential oils. I am always looking for non toxic cleaning ideas. A: Typically 750 ml to 1 L is a good guide. Having said that, essential oils are not harmful and the amount of oil added will affect the smell more than anything, but I wouldn't go under 10 drops so that...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQGreen Glossary: Volatile Organic Compounds
Cara SmusiakIf youre interested in a healthy, green living space, youve probably heard the term volatile organic compounds, or VOCs for short. Chances are you know its not good, but beyond that, many people are in the dark. So what exactly are these VOCs? VOCs are chemicals that are emitted from solids and liquids. All solids and liquids that include VOCs also include a carbon chain, as any substance c...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQ | GlossaryCure Calcium Buildup in the Bathroom
Naturally SavvyQ: I have a calcium buildup in the bathtub under the overflow plate. I have used vinegar and baking soda, limeaway, softscrub the tough strength one. Nothing gets rid of it. What can I use? Help? - Kim ___________ Hi Kim, Thank you for your e-mail. According to Cara Smusiak, Naturally Savvy's Green Expert, the following natural cleaning product for removing calcium buildup in the bath...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQHow Can I Help Herbs Survive and Thrive?
Cara SmusiakDo you have any secrets that would help me to grow herbs? I love to cook with different herbs, but buying fresh herbs is getting expensive, so I have been trying to grow fresh herbs. But all I seem to be able to grow is dirt. I live in Florida so I should be able to grow things all year long, but I know that the sun can be a bit strong so I try to keep the herbs inside close to a window. But th...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQWhat is Climate Change?
Cara SmusiakYou've probably heard the term "climate change" an awful lot in the last few years, but do you know what it really means? Do you wonder what all the fuss is about? And do you think that maybe it's all just a myth? If you're not really sure, you're not alone. Climate change is a complex issue, but Naturally Savvy is here to break it down for you and make it simple to...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQWhat is Upcycling?
Cara SmusiakI know a lot of people who are interested in eco-living, and every time I mention upcycling they ask me: "What's upcycling?" My response: "It's taking something that you would otherwise throw out and finding a way to make it into something else." But then I started wondering where the term came from and if it was possibly a little more complicated than repurposing ...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green FAQAre Vinyl Shower Curtains Toxic?
Cara SmusiakIs it true that vinyl shower curtains release toxic fumes? If so, how dangerous is it? Is there any way to prevent this, such as washing them in the washing machine? Is there a safe plastic curtain and where could I purchase one? —Bobbi Boyd When you buy a new shower curtain and open the package, that "new plastic" smell is actually toxic gases that have built up in the packaging and ...
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