Articles related to "Chlorine"

Chlorine, which is used to keep water clean and free of bacteria, can also cause unhealthy skin irritation if too much of it is used.

Shower filters do more than prevent dry skin and split ends; shower head filters can also help fight against cancer and heart disease.

Chlorination of drinking water supplies has probably saved many millions of lives, and could save millions more.

Pool chemicals such as chlorine can leave hair bleached, dry and damaged after frequent exposure. Learn how to protect your hair while swimming.

Atoms join together to form molecules, but how are they held together?

Students conduct hands-on, mind-on science investigations to determine which cleaning products support a green and healthy environment for all living organisms.

When factoring in chemical usage, greenhouse gases produced and long-term environmental impact, are cloth napkins a more eco-friendly product than paper napkins?

A number of soil problems can occur when planting roses in a desert garden. Conditions from iron deficiencies in the soil to excesses of alkali salts can affect roses.

A cheap and easy alternative to larger pools, wading pools can pose their own maintenance challenges for owners, but it's not as difficult as it may seem.

In the great diaper debate there are two well known contenders: cloth and disposable. A third less known challenger, the biodegradable disposable, has added a new twist.

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German was the first combatant nation to introduce chemical weapons successfully into the arena of the First World War.

On April 22, 1915, Canadian troops held the line in the Ypres salient when the Germans used poison gas for the first time in WW I.

There are several products on the market that allow hikers to have clean water without carrying a lot of weight.

Most people reach for the bleach to clean up household mold, but it can make the mold problem worse. Instead of killing the mold, the bleach actually can feed it.

Hot tubs and swimming pools use a lot of the same chemicals. There are different jacuzzi chemicals, like chlorine and pH level adjusters, needed to keep a home spa clean.

Ever heard the admonition "lousy water makes lousy coffee"? Well, this is not only true of java-making, but also with brewing beer. Quality water makes quality beer.

Find out how to eliminate harmful well bacteria, and protect yourself from the stigma of poor well water when you plan to sell your home.

In the history of science and technology, man has not only been unable to create life, but also unable to sustain it at its highest levels.

Swimming can be hazardous to your beauty, but it's easy enough to look good at the pool or beach with a few simple beauty tips.

Toxic chemicals in household and beauty products, such as DEA and SLS, present a health hazard and a very real danger to the environment and to plant and animal life.

Cloth or disposable? Now there is a third option: green diapers. Manufacturers have started making diapers without harsh chemicals that can be composted or flushed.

Answers to houseplant questions submitted by my readers.

Elements display very different properties depending on their position in the Periodic Table. How and why are some called metals and some non-metals?

Creating a well-stocked swim bag can be the solution when preparing for a session at the pool; turning the annoying preparation phase into a quick and easy task.

Just because your hair needs some extra TLC doesn't mean it should cost extra. Instead, try these home remedies that can help you out in these drier times.

We are told to drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day, then we read that our water is unsafe and full of contaminants. Here are some tips that will help clarify the issue.

Many natural product manufacturers have begun making eco-friendly disposable diapers. Even Huggies, one of the major traditional diaper producers, has a new green option.

Store-bought cleaners and detergents are packed with dangerous toxins. These recipes make safer alternatives, get clothes clean and fresh, and help protect your health

Bromide and related chemicals mimic iodine and block normal iodine reception in the thyroid gland. Bromide has also been linked to cancer and psychiatric issues.

Diabetes has been linked to arsenic; bone cancer can be caused by high amounts of radium; and ingesting neurotoxins like fluoride, lead, and aluminum cause brain damage.

I shudder when I see "sugar-free" desserts. The artificial sweeteners that are being used to replace sugar present serious problems that sugar can't even approach.

Understanding their behaviour enables chemists to minimise the effects of harmful substances and reactions, and create new materials with novel and useful properties.

Nothing is as important to the success of your homebrew than the cleanliness of the equipment used to brew and bottle your beer. Here's why and how...

Water may be healthier than soft drinks, but the cost to you and the planet isn't worth paying. Here's healthy choices to make you look cool as you keep cool.

A few companies have developed green guidelines for the direct mail business, but environmental leaders say the recommendations are too vague.

This household reference manual will guide you in making small changes at home that will create a healthy green environment for your family and the world we share.

Halitosis is an embarassing problem we all face at one time or another. Causes and ways to reduce it or eliminate it are discussed.

There are a number of reasons why indoor plants develop brown tips on their leaves, often referred to as tip burn. These problems are usually quite easy to fix.

Road trips, or even day-to-day errands with a baby means quick clean ups is needed. DIY versions of "Handi-Wipes" means fewer chemicals are released, and money saved.

Biography of Karl Wilhelm Scheele, a chemist who discovered elements including oxygen and chlorine, but published his findings later than Priestley and Davy.

Hair care products for your tote bag to keep hair protected and healthy while in the sun, surf and sand.

Recreational Water Illnesses (RWI) can impact swimmers, boaters and other outdoor enthusiasts. The CDC expects the number of cases reported to climb and offers solutions.

Whether it is a betta in a bowl, or a large aquarium, almost everyone keeps pet fish at some point. Starting out right is essential for your fish tank to be successful.

Water games, beachcombing, and boating can be great summer fun while pool alarm systems, flotation devices, and other security measures keep your family and pets safe.

Safe water sources are difficult to find (and expensive!) as the hazards of tap water, plastic water bottles, chlorine, fluoride, and estrogen-like chemicals mount.

If your fish are swimming to the top of your aquarium and gasping for air, this is a sign of trouble. Here are ways to remedy this situation before it's too late.

Artificial sweeteners are publicized as safe alternatives for a healthy lifestyle. With chemists and consumers speaking out against them, is it the beginning of the end?

Brewing natural tea is easy and has cost saving, nutritional benefits. Mint, echinacea, chamomile and rosemary tea are not only healthy, they have anti aging properties.

There are several ways we can be exposed to mercury such as through improperly disposed of products containing mercury, workplace exposure and consuming fish.