7 Tips for a Green Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a delicate time, and one of the most important times to avoid the harmful chemicals that are often found in personal care products, conventional cleaning supplies, and even our food. Studies have shown over the years that unnecessary exposure to these chemicals can have a negative effect on the health of unborn children […]

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6 Surprising Toxic Secrets you Didn’t Know Your Home had

If you’ve been following our blog at Greenapple very long, you know by now that there are potential risks to using those every-day cleaners you’ve been using for years. They contain chemicals and ingredients that can cause dermatitis, irritate asthma, and even lead to more serious problems like respiratory illnesses and cancer. Avoiding these problems […]

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3 Household Products That can Cause Contact Dermatitis

At Greenapple House Cleaning, we pride ourselves in using only natural, green products that are as healthy for you as they are for the environment. We know, though, that many households throughout Canada don’t consider this an important stance. We’re here to tell you it is. Why? Green products not only protect our world, but […]

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What’s in Your Cleaning Products? The Dish on Borax and Phosphates

At Greenapple House Cleaning, we talk a lot about how harmful many of the ingredients in everyday household cleaners, soaps, and detergents are. In this series of posts, we are going to discuss specific ingredients, how they work, and what makes them dangerous to you and your family when they are used in your home. […]

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Asthma Triggers in Your Home (And How to get rid of Them)

For a lot of people, learning how to live with and control asthma symptoms is just a part of life. It’s practically impossible to avoid every symptom at all times, but knowing what conditions, activities, and materials can play a role in triggering your asthma can help you live a healthier life. The problem is, […]

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