A greener clean: three ways to eco-proof your cleaning routine

Conventional products can be bad for your health and for the environment. There are low-waste, biodegradable alternativesA spotless house is deeply satisfying. But when that cleanliness comes at the cost of our health and the environment, it loses some of its luster.Conventional cleaning products containing ingredients such as ammonia and chlorine can cause respiratory and skin irritation. They can also increase indoor air pollution by releasing hundreds of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Not all VOCs are hazardous, but some, such as phthalates and benzene, are linked to cancer and reproductive issues. Research published this November found that people in the cleaning industry are 50% more likely to develop asthma and other lung diseases because of regular exposure to harmful chemicals?. Continue reading...