Healthy Habits For You And The Environment

Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day! Clear the Air would like to share some healthy habits for you and the environment.

When people think about living a more healthy and eco-friendly life, they often come up with ideas that focus on one of the two areas. For example, while making sure to recycle paper, glass and metal that comes into your home is a wonderful way to reduce your carbon footprint, it probably won’t impact your health. In the same vein, it is healthy to head out for a brisk walk in the morning, but the Earth probably won’t be impacted much by it. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways that you can have a positive impact on both your health and the environment at the same time.

Switch to Organic Food

As anyone who has made the switch from regular to organic fruits and veggies knows pretty well, there is a pretty noticeable and positive difference in taste between the two. Plus, the antioxidant levels in organically-raised food tend to be more powerful and impactful on your health than food that is grown with pesticides and other chemicals, claims Organic Facts. Research conducted on organic milk also found that it contains more antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins.

In addition to being better for your body, organic food is kind to Mother Earth. Instead of spraying toxic chemicals on crops, the food is raised in an eco-friendly and gentle fashion.

Buy an Electric or Hybrid Vehicle

If your current vehicle is starting to show its age, check out some of the new electric or hybrid models for an eco-friendly option. Hybrid and plug-in cars reduce the amount of toxic emissions released into the atmosphere, explains the U.S. Department of Energy.

Driving a car that does not belch out black smoke is better for the air that you breathe, and can reduce allergies and other breathing problems like asthma. But, electric and hybrid cars can impact your health in other ways. For instance, they typically have better fuel economy than traditional cars, so you will have more money left in your bank account (and you will put less gas into the air because you fill up less often). This alone can help reduce your stress levels and allow you to spend that money on healthier products or save it for later.

You can also use Earth’s Care Odor Eliminator Bags as a green alternative to remove odors in your car, boat, and home. Earth Care is made from an all natural mineral. It is non toxic, non hazardous, non-caustic, and biodegradable. It can safely be used around pets and children. It is safe to sprinkle in your pet’s cage; it will not hurt your pet even if eaten.