MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'earth week'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:56:43 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3505065&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FiH7QqNrvGW8%2F Sheesh. We thought we were being all eco-sensitive on Earth Day by bringing a reusable coffee holder to work, drinking tap water, and taking out the recycling. But check out how these rock star mountaineers spent their Earth Week: According to Reuters, 20 Nepali alpinists scaled Mount Everest a whopping 26,246 feet to an area called the “dead zone”, because it’s freezing, icy, and scary. Oh, and there’s no f.ing oxygen. The point of Extreme Everest Expedition 2010 is to clean up trash and detritus that past climbers have left behind. (In some cases, actual climbers have been left behind, which makes the whole process even more challenging.) All kinds of junk including oxygen tanks, backpacks, equipment, and food storage containers litter the glacier – some of it d... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3505065 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 22:43:59 +0100 3505065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3502924&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FzjxNWOyrnOQ%2F 1. 10 Ridiculously Awesome Things for $10 or Less: Enough said. 2. Video: Could You Wear the Same Dress Every Day for a Year?: Because sustainability + philanthropy = global chic 3. CNN Wonders (Accidentally Aloud): Is It “Scary” When Mature Ladies Have Kids?: Stuff a sock in it, CNN. 4. The Joy of (Green) Sex: We like every word in this title. 5. You Need a Drink: Finally, They’re Targeting the Drunken Cat Lady Market: ME-oww! Post from: BlissTree TheGloss: Best 5 Posts of Last Week on Our Sister Site (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3502924 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:41:55 +0100 3502924 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3502925&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FwpdT8mQxx38%2F Guess what? Earth Week’s almost over, so pretty soon you can get back to work polluting the environment! But before you do, travel back in time with us (in a fuel-efficient Honda Fit, perhaps) to recall Blisstree’s 25 best green posts from this intensely earthy week. 1. Are Sandblasted Jeans Killing People? – Worn Denim Could Be Causing Lung Disease 2. Eco-Friendly Outdoor Furniture: Backyards Both Green and Cool 3. 10 Best Detoxifying Natural Foods From Our Hunky Naturopath 4. Eco-Friendly Shopping: 10 Garden Bargains Under $10 5. Earth Day Organic Beauty Products: Made From Earth Skin Care Line 6. All Things Green: 10 Best Earth Day Lists on the Web 7. The Whole Enchilada: Can 8 Wheat-Free Frozen Mexican Meals Be Healthy? 8. Eco-Friendly Yoga: 30 Green Studios Across the ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3502925 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 19:59:00 +0100 3502925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501653&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FFc4H5QKMS1A%2F Congratulations to Shinyhappycarrie, who just won Blisstree’s Earth Day Best Green Tip Contest! She will receive a special eco-friendly prize from Blisstree! Here’s Shinyhappycarrie’s green tip: Cook food as quickly as possible! Meaning, after you get your local ingredients, pick the recipe that takes 15 minutes instead of the recipe that takes 45. Less energy required and more time to do other things. A win for you and a win for the environment! Didn’t win? Not to worry! Check back often for more Blisstree contests and giveaways. Thanks for entering – and stay green! Post from: BlissTree Congratulations to Our Earth Day Best Green Tip Contest Winner! (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501653 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 14:00:51 +0100 3501653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501654&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FsO6rXSbN5yI%2F Congratulations to Cassy, Daspears, Rose7a, Coffeelizard, and Grannyhoff, who just won Blisstree’s AVEENO® Earth Week giveaway! In honor of Earth Day, AVEENO® launched a brand-new Sustainability Guide Widget, and they’re giving away an exclusive gift to five Blisstree readers – just for checking it out. Cassy, Daspears, Rose7a, Coffeelizard, and Grannyhoff just won the following set of four AVEENO® products: POSITIVELY NOURISHING Calming Body Wash POSITIVELY NOURISHING Energizing Wash POSITIVELY NOURISHING Soothing Body Lotion POSITIVELY NOURISHING Invigorating Body Lotion The AVEENO® Sustainability Guide Widget includes: An “Eco-quiz” that calculates your everyday consumption to determine how eco-friendly you are Customized tips and solutions for living a m... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501654 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 02:32:40 +0100 3501654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501657&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FmBmnYMTsy-M%2F Guess what? Earth Week’s almost over, so pretty soon you can get back to work polluting the environment! But before you do, travel back in time with us (in a fuel-efficient Honda Fit, perhaps) to recall Blisstree’s ten best green posts from this intensely earthy week. 1. Are Sandblasted Jeans Killing People? – Worn Denim Could Be Causing Lung Disease 2. Eco-Friendly Outdoor Furniture: Backyards Both Green and Cool 3. 10 Best Detoxifying Natural Foods From Our Hunky Naturopath 4. Eco-Friendly Shopping: 10 Garden Bargains Under $10 5. Earth Day Organic Beauty Products: Made From Earth Skin Care Line 6. All Things Green: 10 Best Earth Day Lists on the Web 7. The Whole Enchilada: Can 8 Wheat-Free Frozen Mexican Meals Be Healthy? 8. Eco-Friendly Yoga: 30 Green Studios Across the U... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501657 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 22:12:04 +0100 3501657 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501658&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FjwwcKC4lGW0%2F Image courtesy of GetMarried.com Earth Week isn’t over yet! If you’re getting married this year, but don’t want to insult Mother Nature during the ceremony, consider the eco-conscious suggestions in this video from Get Married, a website and WE tv show that’s packed with all kinds of cool advice for planning your big day. Soy candles, solar-powered dance floors, compostable flowers, and recycled centerpieces – this is not your grandma’s wedding. Post from: BlissTree Green Weddings: Eco-Friendly Bridal Advice From "Get Married" (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501658 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 21:15:19 +0100 3501658 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501496&cid=t_350600_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Faveeno%25c2%25ae-earth-week-giveaway-exclusively-for-blisstree-readers-%25e2%2580%2593-ends-tonight%2F In honor of Earth Day, AVEENO® launched a brand-new Sustainability Guide Widget today, and they’re giving away an exclusive gift to five Blisstree readers – just for checking it out. All you have to do is go to Facebook and check out the AVEENO® widget, then leave Blisstree a comment below telling us how eco-friendly you think your lifestyle is. Five Blisstree readers will win the following set of four AVEENO® products: POSITIVELY NOURISHING Calming Body Wash POSITIVELY NOURISHING Energizing Wash POSITIVELY NOURISHING Soothing Body Lotion POSITIVELY NOURISHING Invigorating Body Lotion Leave your comment below by 9 p.m. ET this Friday, April 23, 2010! (You’ll have to register with your email address, but we promise we’ll only use it to tell you if you’ve won.) T... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501496 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:33:47 +0100 3501496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3499243&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FYmSxFsdup9Y%2F Disneynature's OCEANS Welcome to our third reader giveaway! (And trust us, it won’t be our last.) It’s Earth Week! Disneynature, the studio that brought you the record-breaking film Earth, is bringing OCEANS to the big screen on April 22, 2010, and will help raise money during its opening week (April 22-28), for The Nature Conservancy’s work to save coral reefs in the Bahamas. Nearly three-quarters of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, and OCEANS boldly chronicles the mysteries that lie beneath. Directors Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud dive deep into the very waters that sustain all of mankind – exploring the harsh reality and the amazing creatures that live within. Narrated by Pierce Brosnan and featuring spectacular never-before-seen imagery captured by... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3499243 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:31:49 +0100 3499243 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3499248&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FqPLkGEzLt8A%2F If you’ve ever yearned for a yurt, The New York Times just published a piece about a woman in New York state who lives in one with her three-year-old daughter. Sure, it looks cool and sophisticated, has a woodstove, and sits on 18 acres of land surrounded by waterfalls and conifers, but hell, it’s still a yurt. Because it’s Earth Day, Blisstree wants to know: How far would you go, how much would you change in order to cut down on consumerism, simplify your life, and get back to nature? If you’re more “weekend camping trip with cocktails” than you are “sell your belongings and live in a cabin with no running water or electricity” (or anything in between), we want to know. Get share-y and earthy with us in the comments section, below. photo: Th... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3499248 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 23:15:39 +0100 3499248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494464&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FDMHP2NOu_Hs%2F Remember thredUP, the super-cool kids clothing exchange program we told you about earlier this month? To celebrate thredUP’s first Earth Day, they’re offering members a $5 credit simply for listing a box of kids’ clothing on the site. The $5 credit can be used toward the cost of shipping for your next swap or a PRO membership. The offer is invite-only, so to take advantage of the deal, go directly to http://thredup.com/blisstree. The promo is valid today only, so get busy packing a box and posting it on thredUP. Get a $5 thredUP credit by making one of these kids boxes - Earth Day only! In case you forgot, here’s a reminder of why we like thredUP so much, and why Earth Day does, too: Why is thredUP Green? At our core thredUP is green because we let you swap out the ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494464 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:00:33 +0100 3494464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494465&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2Fz2VS8vLp-Q4%2F You could celebrate Earth Day by planting a tree, cleaning up a park, or getting arrested at some climate change rally. But if you’re anything like me, you’d rather celebrate by pulling up a front row seat to enjoy Mother Nature from an eco-friendly perch in your own backyard. VivaTerra Reclaimed Adirondack Chairs Reclaimed Redwood Adirondack Chair Save the redwoods – by making the most of the ones that have already been felled. As design-forward as they are eco-conscious, these modern Adirondacks made from reclaimed timber are a steal at 60% off. ($119 each; VivaTerra) de Luge sunbed Vang lounge chair de Luge Sunbed and Vang lounge chair Loll Designs is synonymous for re-fashioning old plastic into truly fantastic creations. Their latest offerings include the de Luge sunbed, whic... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494465 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:00:32 +0100 3494465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494270&cid=t_350600_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fearth-week-quote-of-the-day-ansel-adams-on-the-environment%2F photo: Thinkstock It is horrifying that we have to fight our own government to save the environment. — Ansel Adams Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Quote of the Day: Ansel Adams on the Environment (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494270 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:03:37 +0100 3494270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494468&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FPtFRgETHW88%2F We don’t need environmental experts to tell us that many store-bought cleaning products contain harmful chemicals and pose risks to both our health and the earth. Just take one whiff of most products and the harsh components set the nostrils burning. Luckily, there are far milder and less destructive cleaning substances we can concoct ourselves (and thus know exactly what’s going into them), because the ingredients are most likely lying around your house. Check out these 10 cleaning tips that use common household items, and how they can help clean up your act: Linoleum floors: Mix white vinegar (or lemon juice) with water and a little bit of liquid soap to create an effective floor cleaner. Bathtub and toilet: Mix up a paste of baking soda, liquid dish soap, and a drop of esse... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494468 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:40:41 +0100 3494468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494469&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FlKFdjkmqiZM%2F While we mortals are busy doing our part this Earth Day, nature will be putting on a performance for us in the night sky, perhaps as a reminder of what all this Earth Day stuff is for. The annual Lyrid meteor shower will reach its peak on April 22 – when we’re all feeling our earthiest. (Opening night was April 16 and the free show will close on April 25.) Astronomer Anthony Cook told National Geographic that an average Lyrid meteor shower “produces between 10 and 20 meteors per hour, but occasionally these rates increase to 90 per hour.” So when and where can we catch a glimpse of the Lyrids? Cook advises watching “around the time of moonset (April 22 between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m., local time) and dawn.” The Lyrids will be more visible in the Northern Hemispher... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494469 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:26:27 +0100 3494469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490791&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FUz47OrVApMc%2F This mash-up of NBC Universal’s Earth week initiatives is pretty funny, but we’re also happy to see that they’re doing more than, as Tina Fey says, “just putting that stupid green peacock in the corner of the screen”: Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Video of the Day: NBC Green Is Universal Earth Week Opera (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490791 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:31:36 +0100 3490791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490792&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F_djb9Hdoj9Q%2F The global environment crisis is, as we say in Tennessee, real as rain, and I cannot stand the thought of leaving my children with a degraded earth and a diminished future. – Al Gore Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Quote of the Day: Al Gore on the Environment (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490792 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:00:03 +0100 3490792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490593&cid=t_350600_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fgreen-sex-for-earth-week-with-toys-in-babeland%2F No, really! In honor of Earth Day, Toys in Babeland is donating 20% of its “eco-toy” sales to Grist.org for the entire month of April. Grist.org is an award-winning online eco-news source based in Seattle, Washington, and the Toys in Babeland donations will go toward creating more great content to keep us clued into environmental news. If you don’t have time to volunteer for Earth Day; you can at least squeeze in a ride with the Solar Bullet. So what exactly is an “eco-sex toy”? Here are a few to ignite your, um, imagination: The Solar Bullet: turn eight hours of sunshine into one hour of vibes. ($34) Eco-Sexy Kit - Organic lube, all natural spa products and a latex-free "Laya Spot". ($64) Birds n' Bees Condoms - Certified vegan pre-lubricated ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490593 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:10:40 +0100 3490593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487279&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F323pe2oIilk%2F One really cool thing we like, from Blisstree to you: 5% of proceeds from these special edition KOR ONE hydration vessels are donated to charities supporting water causes KOR ONE Hydration Vessels Earth Week has us thinking green, and these KOR ONE hydration vessels (we like to call them water bottles) are one of the most eco-friendly ways we’ve seen to stay hydrated. They hold up to 750 mL (25 ounces), and are made from BPA-free Tritan – a material that doesn’t retain flavor or give your water a metallic or plastic-y aftertaste. The wide openings are big enough to fit ice cubes, and the hinged cap has a separate place where you can insert “KOR stones” – small inspirational notes. But we really love KOR because they give back a portion of their proceeds to envir... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487279 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:18:38 +0100 3487279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487281&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FCzJY1sIuCDU%2F Disposable diapers have been popular with moms and dads since the early 1960s. These days, however, with more and more people going “green,” cloth diapers may be the right choice for you and your baby. But even though it’s Earth Week, there are pros and cons to both disposable and cloth varieties: Image: istockphoto Disposable Diaper Pros Easy to use – no pins or fuss No washing – just throw them away Less leakage – snug and absorbent Disposable Diaper Cons More expensive than cloth Bad for the environment Harder to potty-train – babies can’t feel the wetness Cloth Diaper Pros Kinder to the environment Less diaper rash than with disposables Much cheaper – after the initial cost, you can use them for years on subsequent kids Cloth-diapered children ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487281 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:33:04 +0100 3487281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487282&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F2CgFXEQvBNs%2F This photo of a chimpanzee at the zoo in Guangzhou, China, is one of a series called “Animals’ Eyes in China” by Chinese photographer Fu Yongiun. It won silver prizes in the Nature & Environment News Stories (NENS) at the 4th annual China International Press Photo Contest (CHIPP) held in Shanghai last month. Photo: Fu Yongiun/WENN.com Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Photo of the Day: Animal Eyes by Fu Yongiun (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487282 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:41:57 +0100 3487282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487283&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FOFMN5SnFDXU%2F The “Great Garbage Patch” – a floating island of garbage (or “garbage swill”) the size of Texas – is an accumulation of plastic in the Pacific ocean, where the ratio of plastic to sea life is 6:1. If you’re not already reconsidering your waste habits for Earth Week, this may make you rethink your plastic bag, soda bottle, or styrofoam cup: Post from: BlissTree You Know You're Unwell If … The "Garbage Patch" Doesn't Make You Want to Reduce Your Plastic Waste (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487283 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:03:39 +0100 3487283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483034&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FYmSxFsdup9Y%2F Disneynature's OCEANS Welcome to our third reader giveaway! (And trust us, it won’t be our last.) It’s Earth Week! Disneynature, the studio that brought you the record-breaking film Earth, is bringing OCEANS to the big screen on Earth Day, 2010, and will help raise money during its opening week (April 22-28), for The Nature Conservancy’s work to save coral reefs in the Bahamas. Nearly three-quarters of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, and OCEANS boldly chronicles the mysteries that lie beneath. Directors Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud dive deep into the very waters that sustain all of mankind – exploring the harsh reality and the amazing creatures that live within. Narrated by Pierce Brosnan and featuring spectacular never-before-seen imagery captured b... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483034 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:53:49 +0100 3483034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483037&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FBbLL_Z5pbnM%2F This video from Moms Against Climate Change was originally made to encourage Canada’s role in the UN Climate Change Summit last December, but we’re watching it again in honor of Earth Week. Earth Day is this Thursday, April 22: Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Video of the Day: Moms Against Climate Change (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483037 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:34:33 +0100 3483037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483038&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FcFhRHaSyQcg%2F In honor of Earth Week, we scoured the Flickr Creative Commons for some inspiring nature photos. Ben Fredericson’s stunning photo, below, was one of our favorite finds: Landscape Photo from Flickr user Ben Fredericson Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Photo of the Day: Landscape by Ben Fredericson (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483038 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:19:38 +0100 3483038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483039&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FUfnWUHW0C4I%2F Happy Earth Week! These eco-friendly DIY cleaning solutions use natural compounds like salt, baking soda, and vinegar to help spruce up your home without all those harsh toxic chemicals. Clean Up the Can Sprinkle baking soda inside the bowl and let it set for 15 minutes. Drizzle the baking soda with vinegar and then scrub with a toilet brush. You’ll Want to Do Windows No need for Windex or other chemical cleaners. Add three tablespoons of vinegar to one gallon of cool water to clean windows and other glass surfaces. Get a streak-free shine by using newspaper instead of paper towels. Wipe Out Mix three tablespoons baking soda to one quart warm water to create a non-toxic cleanser that can be used on counter tops, bathroom fixtures, and sinks. Oven Troubles Are Over While your oven is ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483039 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:34:27 +0100 3483039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483040&cid=t_350600_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2Fxn9iA241w_8%2F We are such spendthrifts with our lives, the trick of living is to slip on and off the planet with the least fuss you can muster. I’m not running for sainthood. I just happen to think that in life we need to be a little like the farmer, who puts back into the soil what he takes out. – Paul Newman Post from: BlissTree Earth Week Quote of the Day: Paul Newman on Being Green (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483040 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:00:36 +0100 3483040