No matter how clean we are or what we do, sometimes it seems like our homes are a haven for all kinds of critters. But instead of turning to harsh chemicals to shoo them away, try utilizing one of these all-natural tips that are tried and true.

Break out the essential oils
Natural oils, such as mint, vanilla, lavender, and lemongrass, are known to naturally repel insects. Keeping some in a bowl diluted with a little water should keep things like ants and spiders off of countertops.

You have probably read or been told that eating a healthy breakfast is important. Many people don’t eat in the morning because they are in a hurry or they grab something that is convenient, but not nutritious. If you don’t usually have a healthy breakfast, eating something nutritious before your day gets into full swing can provide numerous benefits.

Consuming enough water can allow your body to function as it should and help you stay healthy. These are some of the many reasons why it’s important to stay hydrated.

Oral Health, Digestion and Weight Loss
Saliva helps to break down food and wash away food particles to prevent cavities. Water is one of the primary components of saliva. Age and some medications and medical treatments may reduce saliva production. Consuming more water may help.

Have you ever turned on one of your household appliances that hasn’t been used in a while and watched dust fly out of it? That’s a clear sign it’s time to bring out the dusters and blow some clean air through your home to eliminate dust buildup and tiny debris particles like pet dander.

Keeping your household appliances clean isn’t that hard when you follow a few basic steps:

With a return to busy fall routines, it can be challenging for many families to find the time to sit down at the table for nutritious meals.

Food processors are one of the most helpful of kitchen appliances. Whether you need to slice, dice, chop, shred or purée a host of ingredients for a meal, large or small, the handy machine can get the job done quickly with the press of a button. Depending on which model you have, a food processor also typically takes up little space on your kitchen counter or in your cabinets.

Often thought of as a breakfast food or frozen dessert, yogurt has been gaining in popularity in the U.S. over the last few years. But yogurt is popular around the world in lots of different types of dishes. So, for Dairy Month, we’ll take a look at a few ways yogurt can become a dairy staple in some easy savory dishes.

Make your own yogurt at home

It’s actually pretty easy to make your own yogurt, all you need is milk, some active yogurt culture, and heat!