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How to avoid flu and cold

By paul hayes

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This article explains certain tips to avoid flu and cold in winter. With winter holidays comes the cold and flu season. What’s so special about this time of year that has so many folks falling victim to the common cold or flu? The answer may not ... more »

How to avoid germs at the gym

By Natalie Hernandez

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Germs are all around us, everything that we touch. There are simple things that we can incorporate into or life's to help avoid germs. When you go to the gym and see everyone sweating and touching all the machines it can make your stomach turn a ... more »

How to Be A Polite Smoker

By missymay

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I'm a smoker. But I am a polite smoker. It's easy to hang out or live with a non-smoker if you know how to go about it. Here's a how-to for you... more »

How to Be a Water Pollution Expert

By eHow Health Editor

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Water pollution is a serious problem that affects everyday life and public health. Unfortunately, it seems that water pollution problems are not only becoming more widespread but also more complex, creating a deepening need for water pollution ... more »

How to Be Green in the Work Place, Job, and Office

By Paul McDaniel

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There is no better time than the present to start transitioning to a green or greener lifestyle. This includes going green at your place of work, in the office, and on the job. Going green at work may consist of a variety of changes and ... more »

How to Be Green With Little Effort

By eHow Health Editor

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Environmentalists tell us that we need to be "more green." It is surprising what a difference making a few changes in our lives will make on the environment. Use the suggestions that follow to put you on the path to becoming greener and more ... more »

How to Become a Hypermiler

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With gas prices soaring, many people have chosen to become hypermilers. Hypermilers are those who go above and beyond to reach the maximum fuel efficiency of their cars. Do your part to become a hypermiler, and you'll be sure to enjoy more ... more »

How to Become a Natural Resources Conservation Service Volunteer

By eHow Health Editor

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The NRCS, originally called the Soil Conservation Service, was set up to help local landowners and others that practice conservation of natural resources like soil and water. The NRCS provides consulting and financial support not only to domestic ... more »

How to Become an Ecological Economist

By learnin

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Gloom and doom are the hallmarks of daily news about the state of the environment, but relatively small changes in your daily habits can have a profound impact upon the health of your surroundings, the health of your pocketbook and the health of ... more »

How to Become Carbon Neutral

By eHow Health Editor

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For individuals or businesses, getting your power usage in order is a big priority. Our collective monitoring of the environment leads to questions of good stewardship that everyone is now facing. How do individuals or businesses control their ... more »

How to Benefit From Solar Energy

By writeminded

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Since its discovery in 1838, scientists have been trying to harness solar energy as a primary resource. Although its use isn’t universal, it has proven itself a benefit both environmentally and for the betterment of society. Read on to find out ... more »

How to blow your nose in the public

By smilesatme1

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Sometimes we felt sick like cough and cold and yet we still go out to work and cross the pedestrian. When you are outside like this setting, expect to breathe dusty air or dirty air from the cars or vehicles. And this dusty or smoky air can ... more »

How to Breathe in Heavily Polluted Air

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Air pollution is a growing problem in highly industrious areas and areas with traffic emissions. That doesn't mean you have to move inside and stay close to your air purifier for the rest of your life. Here are some things you can do so you can ... more »

How to Build a Single Tank Biodiesel Processor

By eHow Health Editor

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With the price of gasoline steadily rising, many people are turning to alternative fuels. Biodiesel uses new or used vegetable oil along with small amounts of ethanol or methanol and lye to make an inexpensive and clean-burning fuel. The best ... more »

How to Build a Sri-Lankan Pumpkin Tank

By eHow Health Editor

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The Sri Lankan pumpkin tank is an above-ground rainwater collection and filtration device designed to improve the access to clean water for rural habitants. Introduced and funded as part of a World Bank sanitation project in Sri Lanka in the late ... more »

How to Buy a Green Car and Save on Gas

By TheWordDistrict

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Want to buy a green car that you can fill up at a regular gas station? You’ve got a couple of different options... more »

How to buy Biodegradable Doggie doo Bags

By eHow Health Editor

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Like many people you may take along a plastic bag to pick up your dog's poop when you go out for walks. Since plastic bags aren't biodegradable, you're creating more waste to build up in local landfills once you throw the used bag away. To solve ... more »

How to Buy Carbon Offsets

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As more and more people become conscious of the health of our environment, individuals and businesses are looking for ways to contribute personally. Recycling, fuel-efficient vehicles, solar heating and geothermal energy are increasing in use ... more »

How to Buy Eco-Friendly Jewelry

By writeminded

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Necklaces. Earrings and bracelets. Even watches and money clips. It’s hard to imagine that jewelry can have a negative affect on the environment, but that is in fact the case. Gold mining is a dirty practice and releases tons of dirt and ... more »

How to Buy Environmentally Friendly Toys

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Anyone with children in their lives has had to buy a toy at one point or another. The stock at any toy retailer speaks volumes about the amounts of these purchases each year. Keep these purchases green by following these easy tips... more »

How to Buy Environmentally Safe Products

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In our fast food society something must be done to turn the tides of access and waste. Fortunately, you can make a difference by becoming more aware of what you buy. Purchasing environmentally safe products is an easy way to protect and heal our ... more »

How to Buy Fairtrade Products

By writeminded

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As we become more eco-friendly and green-minded, people are looking at their purchase-power to change their environment for the better. Although many buying habits are just that, habits, it takes little effort to change them to be ... more »

How to Buy Green Electronics

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When a line of electronics uses less energy than traditional models, it falls into the green electronics category. When you buy green electronics, you're helping the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. You're also taking advantage of ... more »

How to Buy Green Upholstery

By eHow Health Editor

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When you buy green upholstery, it's not the color green that you look for but the environmental impact of the upholstery. Not all material is friendly to the environment or renewable... more »

How to Buy Sustainable Wood Products

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As a consumer, it's your duty to choose products that help protect the environment for future generations. Learning how to locate and buy sustainable wood products isn't as difficult as you may think. With a little bit of time and effort, you can ... more »

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