I love the concept and info that this site has to offer...
Visit: BuiltFromTrash.com
Monday, July 27, 2009
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Yes, 'tis true...
Another organic/natural food vendor is due to open in Santa Barbara;
Who: Whole Foods
When: Fall of '09
Where: State and Hitchcock (where the Circuit City used to be)
Just a reminder that nothing is better than directly supporting your local farmers. So don't forget about the farms and markets we have in town! For locations & times visit the SB Farmers Market website.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Love Food?
The second issue of Edible Santa Barbara has just hit stands. This is a great publication that covers everything from how to plant a veggie garden to locally owned breweries - AND it is published on recycled paper (we love that!)
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Solar SUNday!
Tomorrow (July 19th, 11-4pm) the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History will be hosting an event dedicated to solar power. This is a FREE solar trade show where there will be speakers, over 20 exhibitors and plenty of activities for children. If you get hungry be sure to visit the recently debuted Burger Bus, where you can enjoy locally grown and delicious eats!
Check out the Solar SUNday website for more info: SolarSUNday.info
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Rooftop Tiles that are Solar Powered!
I found this article online and thought that it was pretty cool. I really like the Alternative Energy site-worth checking out.
Here is a link to more information on the Solè Power Tiles*Photo provided by fastcompany.com
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Peroxide, who knew?
I got this sent to me the other day and thought that some of these could be really useful...
(Peroxide: Safer and healthier than bleach)
This was written by a a doctor's wife from Indiana
and this is what she says...
I would like to tell you of the benefits of that plain little old bottle of 3% peroxide you can get for under $1.00 at any drug store.
My husband has been in the medical field for over 36 years, and most doctors don't tell you about peroxide. Have you ever smelled bleach in a doctor's office? No!! Why?
Because it smells, and it is not healthy! Ask the nurses who work in the doctor's offices, and ask them if they use bleach at home. They are wiser and know better!
Did you also know bleach was invented in the late forties? It's chlorine, folks! It was used to kill our troops in World War II.
Peroxide came into popular use during and after WWI. It was used to save and help cleanse the needs of our troops and hospitals.
Please think about this......
1. Take one capful and hold in your mouth for ten minutes daily, then spit it out. No more canker sores and your teeth will be whiter without expensive pastes. Use it instead of mouthwash.
2. Let your toothbrushes soak in a cup of peroxide to keep them free of germs.
3. Clean your counters and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell. Simply put a little on your dishrag when you wipe, or spray it on the counters. (Wouldn't it be nice if restaurants would do this?)
4. After rinsing your wooden cutting board, pour peroxide on it to kill salmonella and other bacteria.
5. I had fungus on my feet for years until I sprayed a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water on them (especially the toes) every night and let dry.
6. Soak any infections or cuts in 3% peroxide for five to ten minutes several times a day. My husband has seen gangrene that would not heal with any medicine but was healed by soaking in peroxide.
7. Fill a spray bottle with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water and keep it in every bathroom to disinfect without harming your septic system like bleach or most other disinfectants will.
8. Tilt your head back and spray into nostrils with your 50/50 mixture whenever you have a cold, plugged sinus. It will bubble and help to kill the bacteria. Hold for a few minutes, and then blow your nose into a tissue. (really good one!)
9. If you have a terrible toothache and cannot get to a dentist right away, put a capful of 3% peroxide into your mouth and hold it for ten minutes several times a day. The pain will lessen greatly.
10. And of course, if you like a natural look to your hair, spray the 50/50 solution on your wet hair after a shower and comb it through You will not have the peroxide-burnt blonde hair like the hair dye packages but more natural highlights if your hair is a light brown, reddish, or dirty blonde. It also lightens gradually, so it's not a drastic change. (hmmm!)
11. Put half a bottle of peroxide in your bath to help rid boils, fungus, or other skin infections.
12. Add a cup of peroxide instead of bleach to a load of whites in your laundry to whiten them. If there is blood on clothing, pour it directly on the soiled spot. Let it sit for a minute, then rub it and rinse with cold water. Repeat if necessary.
13. Use peroxide to clean my mirrors. There is no smearing, which is why I love it so much f
or this. I could go on and on. It is in a dark bottle so it will not be degraded by UV. No home should be without it! With prices of most necessities rising, here's a way to save tons of money in a simple, healthy manner!
*INFORMATION DEEMED RELIABLE BUT NOT GUARANTEED*
(Peroxide: Safer and healthier than bleach)
This was written by a a doctor's wife from Indiana
and this is what she says...
I would like to tell you of the benefits of that plain little old bottle of 3% peroxide you can get for under $1.00 at any drug store.
My husband has been in the medical field for over 36 years, and most doctors don't tell you about peroxide. Have you ever smelled bleach in a doctor's office? No!! Why?
Because it smells, and it is not healthy! Ask the nurses who work in the doctor's offices, and ask them if they use bleach at home. They are wiser and know better!
Did you also know bleach was invented in the late forties? It's chlorine, folks! It was used to kill our troops in World War II.
Peroxide came into popular use during and after WWI. It was used to save and help cleanse the needs of our troops and hospitals.
Please think about this......
1. Take one capful and hold in your mouth for ten minutes daily, then spit it out. No more canker sores and your teeth will be whiter without expensive pastes. Use it instead of mouthwash.
2. Let your toothbrushes soak in a cup of peroxide to keep them free of germs.
3. Clean your counters and table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell. Simply put a little on your dishrag when you wipe, or spray it on the counters. (Wouldn't it be nice if restaurants would do this?)
4. After rinsing your wooden cutting board, pour peroxide on it to kill salmonella and other bacteria.
5. I had fungus on my feet for years until I sprayed a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water on them (especially the toes) every night and let dry.
6. Soak any infections or cuts in 3% peroxide for five to ten minutes several times a day. My husband has seen gangrene that would not heal with any medicine but was healed by soaking in peroxide.
7. Fill a spray bottle with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water and keep it in every bathroom to disinfect without harming your septic system like bleach or most other disinfectants will.
8. Tilt your head back and spray into nostrils with your 50/50 mixture whenever you have a cold, plugged sinus. It will bubble and help to kill the bacteria. Hold for a few minutes, and then blow your nose into a tissue. (really good one!)
9. If you have a terrible toothache and cannot get to a dentist right away, put a capful of 3% peroxide into your mouth and hold it for ten minutes several times a day. The pain will lessen greatly.
10. And of course, if you like a natural look to your hair, spray the 50/50 solution on your wet hair after a shower and comb it through You will not have the peroxide-burnt blonde hair like the hair dye packages but more natural highlights if your hair is a light brown, reddish, or dirty blonde. It also lightens gradually, so it's not a drastic change. (hmmm!)
11. Put half a bottle of peroxide in your bath to help rid boils, fungus, or other skin infections.
12. Add a cup of peroxide instead of bleach to a load of whites in your laundry to whiten them. If there is blood on clothing, pour it directly on the soiled spot. Let it sit for a minute, then rub it and rinse with cold water. Repeat if necessary.
13. Use peroxide to clean my mirrors. There is no smearing, which is why I love it so much f
or this. I could go on and on. It is in a dark bottle so it will not be degraded by UV. No home should be without it! With prices of most necessities rising, here's a way to save tons of money in a simple, healthy manner! *INFORMATION DEEMED RELIABLE BUT NOT GUARANTEED*
Friday, June 5, 2009
Help Keep Our State Parks Open
Tell Gov. Schwarzenegger: Don't shut down 220 state parks!
The governor has proposed cutting the state parks budget to zero, which will mean park closings all over the state.
We need to protect our state parks, as a critical part of our state economy and a refuge for Californians – especially in tough times.
The entire parks budget accounts for only 0.88 percent of the budget shortfall, and every dollar we spend on parks brings $2.35 back to the state in tourism.
Join me in e-mailing the governor telling him to protect our state parks.
Please visit Environmental California for more information
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