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5 Easy Swaps For A Healthier Home 

Aiden Lowrie by Aiden Lowrie
June 3, 2024
in Home Improvement, Just for Fun
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When looking to make your home a little more eco-friendly, or a little healthier to be in, swapping out certain items for better alternatives can contribute positively to your overall well-being. Make these five healthy-home simple swaps in your daily routine for a healthier home routine.

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Cleaning Products

Replacing your usual lineup of household cleaning products with more natural, eco-friendly, non-toxic options. Many brands offer plant-based cleaners that are safer for your health and the environment and some offer reusable containers and spray bottles, to cut down on the amount of waste generated by empty products.

  • Read: Eco-Friendly Commuting Options in Ottawa: A Guide for City Residents

Plastic Food Containers

As these containers break or get worn down, replace them with metal or glass substitutes. Not only will these sustainable containers not leak harmful chemicals into your food, but many also have additional uses like cookware or bakeware. 

Candles and Air Fresheners

We all love when the home smells like clean laundry or a roasted marshmallow, but many candles and air fresheners release synthetic and harmful chemicals into the air you breathe. Opt for beeswax or soy candles, which smell just as nice. Essential oils, simmer pots, or fresh flowers can replace air fresheners. 

Textiles and Mattresses

When you decide to upgrade or replace your mattress, consider one made with organic materials to reduce your exposure to chemicals commonly found in conventional bedding materials. Similarly, bedding and other household textiles like pillow covers made from eco-friendly or recycled materials,  such as bamboo, also provide a healthier alternative to the usual sheets and duvets.

  • Read: Top 5 Cleaning Tools Every Home Should Have

Gas Vs Electric 

One of the bigger swaps you could make in your home comes with the argument of gas versus electric. Electric appliances are usually safer, produce near-zero emissions at the point of use, and typically are cheaper to maintain, while natural gas is cheaper than electricity, performs better, and the environmental impact is relatively low. 

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Aiden Lowrie

Aiden Lowrie

A Zoocasa Content Marketing Assistant, Aiden Lowrie gets to blend her love of writing with her love of all things real estate and marketing as a blog contributor. She loves to find niche spots in and around the GTA to explore, or find ways to make the most out of your space. Outside of work and blogging, Aiden enjoys being outside in the sunshine, patios with friends and family, and working on her own blog. Connect with Aiden to read more of her articles and insights!

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