It’s important to understand the difference between sanitising and disinfecting. Sanitising refers to cleaning one’s hands in order to reduce the number of potential pathogens that could be transmitted to others. Disinfecting refers to killing pathogens on surfaces, which may require chemicals harmful to humans, animals and the environment. Many manufacturers have … [Read more...]
How to soothe winter sniffles by inhaling natural compounds
Did you know that inhaled compounds have lightning fast action in the body? Over 1000 times faster than chewing, over 300 times faster than eating and drinking, and more than 3 times faster than intravenous injection… not to mention being less painful! Inhalation is by far the fastest mode of delivery of volatile aromatic compounds and is useful when time is a factor, or as … [Read more...]
How good is your calamari?
It's been three years since the BP oil spill, and new truths have come to light - from deep down inside the ocean. Three years ago, when BP’s Deep water Horizon began leaking some 210 million gallons of Louisiana Crude into the Gulf of Mexico, the U.S. government allowed the company to apply chemical “dispersants” to the blossoming oil slick to prevent toxic gunk from … [Read more...]
Sanitise your home with nature
Triple Orange's new Bio Sanitisier is a fast acting, broad spectrum soap that is highly effective against bacteria, viruses, mould and fungi. It can be used safely on any surface wherever efficient hygiene and sanitising is required, such as toilets and high germ areas. The Orange Oil base will leave a pleasant Orange scent, free of toxic fumes and vapours. With its triple … [Read more...]
Green magic for our super readers
The results of the Fairlady Consumer Awards, which were recently announced in the April issue of the magazine, reflect the growing trend of South African consumers' movement towards choosing greener and more sustainable alternatives where possible. Soylite Moisturising Candles took top honours in the Health & Wellness category; and Healing Earth Marula and Rose Face … [Read more...]
