As a home-owner or apartment dweller, one of the largest concerns one need be wary of, is the ever-existent threat of fire. If you live in a dry, chaparral-heavy environment such as Southern California, that threat is doubly present. Yet, even in the looming presence of this potentially life and home-threatening hazard, most of us are either unprepared or ignorant with regards to fire protection, fire prevention, and most importantly fire extinguishment

According to the world's most famous and in-demand naturopathic doctors, including world-renowned Dr. Brian and Dr. Anna Maria Clement, it has been discovered (and scientifically proven) that there are basic steps we can take to boost our physical and mental health to a whole new level. Here are just a few simple and demonstrable habits we can pick up on a daily or weekly basis to become pro-active about claiming our health and longevity.

What few may realize is that not all organic, green compounds growing in our homes are good for us. In fact, some are not only extremely toxic, but also very difficult to detect. Mold is one of the most common household "intruders", haunting almost every home from modern and air-tight, to dungy and drafty. And because mold grows at room temperature, the house is the perfect environment for mold to thrive in, growing on everything from tile, grout, wood, paint, plaster to fabric.

According to Nancilee Wydra, there are very simple steps we can take to liven up a dark or dreary living situation to curb anxiety and depression. Just follow these simple tips...

Nancilee founded the Pyramid School of Feng Shui, which is more than just a school, it is a philosophy, or a school of thought upon which many Feng Shui schools base their curriculum, and upon which many modern Feng Shui professionals, consultants, and students from all over the world encompass and promulgate.

It's that time of year again! Consumerism and holiday cheer are at the height of prevalance, and people around the globe are flocking to spruce up their surroundings for one of the year's biggest interior-decorating holidays. Kari Whitman, eco-interior designer to the stars, has some terrific holiday tips that will enliven your surroundings, as well as be kind to the environment and your wallet!

Doesn't it seem as though every time we pick up an eco-friendly newspaper or venture online to a green-news site, we are bombarded with advertisements for eco-friendly products that all claim to be the latest and the greatest, or la creme de la creme of household cleaning greendom?

There are simple steps we can all take to ensure the safety of what ends up on our dining room tables. Instead of focusing on what is out of our control (which is most things), we can try to focus on what is within our control, by educating ourselves and our loved ones to ensure that the food we consume is free of GMO's, pesticides, irradiation, and hidden chemical processes.

Becoming a green-living proponent, and living by way of example is no easy feat. How do we empower ourselves to stand up for what we believe in, in the face of the daunting realization that we are "only one person"? The answer is A LOT. Here is a list of ways to stay pro-active, whether you are able to dedicate only one hour a week, or 40.

According to NASA research, placing simple house-hold plants such as the Ficus, Golden Pothos, or Bamboo Palm in your home with a fan could have extraordinary (and affordable) air-purifying results!