When we think about germ-filled environments, we tend to think of places with a lot of people passing through, such as the subway or a public bathroom. The scary thing is, some of the most germ-filled items we come in contact with are in the comfort of our own homes....
When we are cleaning, we tend to ignore the effects some products have on our health. Take a moment to think about your cleaning supplies—and consider substituting some gentler alternatives. Have you ever suffered eye or skin irritation from a cleaning...
After we consume our favorite foods and drinks during the holidays, many of us will make a New Year's resolution to hit the gym. With more people trying to get fit, there will be more germs floating around. A new study by FitRated found that some gym equipment has 350...
Have you ever discovered mold growing on a loaf of bread or another piece of food in your kitchen? We’ve all experienced a time when we discovered mold on food and asked ourselves, “is this safe to eat?” The toxins in some molds are dangerous to consume, so depending...
Winter is on the way out, and for many parents that means it’s time for spring cleaning. But before you break out the bleach, pay attention to product labels. Every day, over 300 children in the United States ages 0 to 19 are treated in an emergency department as a...