Most of the house cleaners bought at stores contains harsh chemicals that can cause skin and eye irritations. Some of the chemicals can also cause asthma, cancer and birth defects. As per EPA some of the hazardous chemicals included in the household cleaners are carcinogenic chemicals, endocrine, volatile organic compounds, PBT-persistent bio accumulative and toxic chemicals among others. Look for house cleaning ideas that are safe for you and the environment as well. You do not have to buy cleaners that are loaded with harmful chemicals to clean the house. Look for natural ingredients that not only clean tough stains, but are good for your hands and the environment as well. Chemicals can cause havoc to our local rivers and disturb the aquatic life as well. Natural home cleaners can clean the dirt effectively, kill germs, and leave a pleasant, natural fragrance. Plus, these elements are safe for you and your family as well. Here are a few natural house cleaning ingredients that you can use. Borax Borax is versatile and works as a multipurpose cleaner. Add a tiny amount of borax on a damp cloth and clean the floors, tiles, fixtures and porcelain sinks and get rid of stubborn marks, yellow stains and dark patches on the corners. You can also use it to make your greasy kitchen cabinets sparkle. If you add it as a booster to your laundry detergent, it will eliminate odor from your stinky clothes. And, if you soak your clothes that have tough stains on them in borax water, the stains will be gone in no time; just give them a good wash after the soak. Lemon Lemon is a non-toxic natural house cleaning ingredient. It also works as a bleaching agent and deodorizer. You can remove mildew and mold with lemon juice in a jiffy. When you clean hard surfaces with lemon juice, it gives a beautiful shine to the surface. Lemon juice also removes grease from kitchen cabinets and tough stains from clothes. Use this citric juice to clean the chopping board and kill the germs. Lemon juice can also be used to clean grout. What's more, you can clean metal grills as well by adding some salt to the juice and tightly wipe them off. White vinegar Vinegar is antibacterial and antifungal kitchen ingredient. It can be used as a house cleansing agent for all over the house. Mix vinegar with water in equal quantities and clean the carpet. It is also a great degreaser. In fact, you can use vinegar to clean your veggies as well. Baking Soda Apart from being a deodorizer, baking soda is an antiviral agent. It can eliminate grease and grime like a champion. You can use to clean counter tops, grills, sinks, tubs and bathroom floors. You can also use to unclog blocked drain. Put the baking soda in the drain and slowly pour white vinegar until foam starts to form. Then flush it with hot water. Repeat the process until the drain is cleared. Salt Salt is the most common ingredient found in every kitchen, but only a few use it for house cleaning purposes. Add salt to white vinegar to make a powerful house cleaner; remove mildew and stains of rust mix some salt with lemon soda and clean the affected area. Make your own eco-friendly household cleaner with these non-toxic ingredients and keep your house clean and fresh all the time. And the best part is that these ingredients are inexpensive, safe and healthy.

In the 21^st century, with the advancement in technology, performing daily chores has become comparatively easier. With the busy lives we all lead, wouldn't it be nice if technology helped us do the chores for us and helped us relax? Yes, that’s possible now! Robot vacuums are the solution to this. They do the cleaning for us while we are away! Whether it’s your pet’s hair on the carpet or just accumulated dust, this little guy is your go-to-solution to help vacuum the house. Why should you go for a robot vacuum? There are many reasons that support the use of a robot vacuum at home, some of which have been discussed in brief below: Saves time and effort The first and foremost advantage of having a robot vacuum is that it will free you from regular vacuuming chores. Just switch it on and it will effortlessly clean your entire house (including corners and hard-to-reach places) in no time. The best part is that you can leave it on and go for work. It will, all by itself, finish the cleaning process and return to the docking station. Ensures convenience With the advancement of technology, there are some models that are equipped with a Wi-Fi access and may be controlled through a smartphone or a tablet from literally anywhere (as long as you have an internet connection). This means that you may give a command for getting your home cleaned and the robot will follow your instructions. Moreover, there are some robots where you may pre-set a fixed time of the day and it gets programmed to automatically clean during the set hours. Is an affordable one-time investment Robot vacuums are available at different prices. There are some basic models which are available at a starting range of $229, whereas top-end models which cost over $700. Depending on your requirement and budget, you may invest in one. However, whichever model you buy, rest assured it will be a complete value-for-money investment. Requires little-to-no maintenance Remember using the traditional mechanical vacuum cleaners, which were bulky and very cumbersome to use? Maintaining them was also a task. However, with robotic vacuums, you may leave your worries aside. The only kind of maintenance that they need is the regular emptying of the container which has the dust and grime collected in it. Moreover, you will need to be careful that you do not have any damaging objects on the floor so that the cleaning process does not get hampered. Considering the benefits that they offer, robot vacuums are definitely here to stay and they may only grow in terms of better features and maneuverability.

When you bought a water filter you might not be aware of the type of system that had been installed in your house. It is possible that if you were aware of the functioning, you might not have bought that particular type of water filter. There are different types of water filtration systems that are made to serve different purposes. Read along for details on four different types of water filtration systems and their functions. Activated carbon filters The activated carbon filters are also known as carbon filters or pre-filters. Their job is to get rid of the large particles in the water, such as sediment and silt. The activated carbon works in attracting the harmful particles and eliminating them from the water that leaves the faucet. It also removes the odor from the water and makes it taste significantly better than ordinary tap water. Reverse osmosis This is one of the most popular forms of filtration when we talk about water filtration. This is mainly because it has the potential to eliminate all the contaminants that can harm the human body. The end result after the water filtration is clear and odorless drinking water. Alkaline or water Ionizers The alkaline process of water filtration is known as electrolysis. In this process, the water passes over electrically charged plates that separate it from the contamination. Once this is done, the water is separated into two streams which are alkaline and acidic. This process converts hard water into soft water as well as filters away the acidic content, which makes it better for your skin. UV filters This is one of the latest ways of filtering water but it is not as effective as the other methods mentioned above. The solar energy has the potential to destroy most of the contaminants, however, there are some that get away. These contaminants that get away do not particularly harm your body, hence if you are looking for a slightly more environment-friendly method for water filtration, this method is ideal.

Blenders are commonly used kitchen appliances. They consist of some assembled parts all of which play a vital role in carrying out the types of blending operations. Here is a brief introduction to all the blender parts. Base Out of all the blender parts, the base is the most important. The motor that provides power to the blending blades sits on top of the base of a blender. This motor provides power required to carry out blending process. It also contains the blender control manual, from which you can easily select the type of blending process that you want to carry out at a particular intensity. Blade and gasket Blender blade is of utmost importance in carrying out the blending process. Usually, it is made of stainless steel. Blade assembly can have a number of blades, ranging from two to four, or even five sometimes. A rubber ring or gasket imparts leak-proof capacity to blades. It sits between the top of the blade and bottom of the jar. Jar It is one of main blender parts in which all the ingredients are stored and covered with the lid. Jars are made of different materials, ranging from hardened glass to plastic. In order to keep the jar in position, it is installed on top of a jar base. Jar base Jar base is one of the vital blender parts that facilitate handling and carries out the operation of a blender. The jar base may or may not be similar to blender in terms of material used for its manufacturing. Jar base is a round-shaped unit with a center hole. It assists in holding the blender jar. Lids and fill caps Lids and fill caps are also essential blender parts. Lids are typically made of rubber and feature a hole in the center. Its main function is to prevent the ingredients from moving out of the jar during the process of blending. A fill cap’s main benefit is that it allows you to add items to the blender without removing the lid of the jar. In some blenders, lids are made of different materials other than rubber, like hardened glass, mixed materials, and plastic.

Getting dental implants is not as tedious process as it used to be. However, when a patient has completed the entire process, the after care should not be neglected, especially for seniors. The process of getting dental implants for seniors is quite simple. This is because dental implants are specially-designed for them keeping in mind oral problems in the old age. However, due to age, the recovery time can vary from person to person. Therefore, it is necessary to take care of the dental implants. Dental implants need to be maintained and looked after to avoid any serious problems. Here are 4 useful tips to maintain dental implants for seniors.

•  Brushing regularly: Brushing and flossing at least twice a day is important for all. But seniors must also brush their teeth immediately after meals to avoid any food getting stuck between the implants and the gums. Dental implants for seniors require the use of soft-bristled brushes and floss especially-designed to meet their needs.
• Cleaning the areas around implants: The tissues and areas around implants require thorough cleaning. The special brushes and the floss prescribed by the doctors should be used regularly to avoid any damage. Dental implants for seniors also require regular cleanup procedures by dentists.
• Regular checkups: It is mandatory that seniors with dental implants regularly visit their dentists and keep a track on the condition of the implants. Dental implants for seniors need more supervision since age may impact the recovery period and special medication can be required due to any other pre-existing medical condition.
• Additional medical condition: People with medical conditions such as heart problems, diabetes, thyroid, anaemia, or any eating disorders should take specific precautions and care specified by their dentists regarding the care of the implants.

Dental implants for seniors require special care. It is mandatory for people with teeth implants to be well informed about the treatment of implants and take care of their teeth accordingly. With proper maintenance of implants, oral care for seniors can be hassle-free.

For over 60 years Barbie dolls have been an integral part of almost every child's life. This classic doll has renewed the meaning of playtime for children. With its distinctive characteristics, it has managed to mesmerize both kids and adult doll collectors. It has tapped into the diverse markets of over 150 countries and has successfully molded itself in unique cultures. These dolls are vastly inspired from various strong women personalities from the areas of pop culture, entertainment, science, music, and politics, which makes its all the more interesting. This obviously makes one think how was the idea for this iconic doll was conceived? It all started when Ruth Handler, the co-founder of Mattel Toys observed her daughter Barbara playing with paper dolls. She noted how her daughter used her creativity by giving the dolls certain adult roles. This made Ruth contemplate over the significance of imagination in play time. She also recognized that there is an absence of three-dimensional dolls for children in the market. Initially when she proposed this idea to her husband Elliot Handler, the co-founder of Mattel Toys, he too seemed skeptical about its potential, like other stakeholders in the company. But all the cynicism took a backseat when Ruth discovered a German doll known as Bild Lilli. This doll was exactly what Ruth wanted to introduce in America. As soon as she returned back to the States, she immediately started working on her version of the doll. She redesigned the doll and named it after her inspiration, i.e. her daughter Barbara, and the world got its beloved darling Barbie. The first Barbie model, i.e. the Teenage Fashion Doll was wearing a black and white striped swimming suit, and sunglasses. Her hair was available in a blonde or a brunette shade, which was tied up in a high ponytail. It debuted in 1959 at the New York Toy Fair. Ruth's Barbie doll gradually found its solid ground in the market, and then the toy company started producing various Barbie accessories and play kits too. They designed an extensive collection of playsets comprising of dollhouses, miniature vehicles, workplace playsets and furniture, so that they kids could have the most enjoyable experience. One of the most popular variants of the Barbie dolls are those where she is portrayed as an independent career oriented woman. Registered nurse, astronaut, doctor, fire fighter, pilot, president, etc. are some of the best dolls that inspire little girls to dream big. Since its inception, the Barbie doll has transformed in so many ways for so many generations. The past 61 glorious years of the Barbie figurines truly tell us how a single perspective can reform the way we look at things.