Green Kitchen Makeover: 10 Do's and Don'ts
Eating healthy, fresh and safe foods starts with good habits in the kitchen. These simple eco-friendly tips will help you green your kitchen.
By Dan Shapley
Don't: Pollute Your Indoor Air
The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that indoor air can be as much as five-times more polluted than the air outdoors. Several potential sources of indoor air pollution originate in the kitchen, so be mindful and you can prevent asthma attacks or other more serious lung illnesses. Some common sources of indoor air pollution in the kitchen include:
- gas ranges (make sure they're properly vented)
- cleansers (choose nontoxic, green options, or make your own)
- newly installed cabinetry (steer clear of particle board containing formaldehyde glues if you're remodeling)
- paints (choose low- or no-VOC paints, and be wary of lead-based paint lingering in older homes)
- pesticides (use nontoxic alternatives and integrated pest management)
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