Caffeine may be the most widely used legal drug in the world. The chemical occurs naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cola nuts and mate leaves. Most people consume caffeine in coffee, tea, soda or over-the-counter medication. First isolated...
Bottom paint protects fiberglass or metal boat from accumulations of slime, aquatic vegetation and barnacles. You may need to remove the bottom paint to treat fiberglass boat blisters, or to begin next year's coats with a clean surface. Although...
The castor bean plant yields high-quality oil suitable for plastics manufacture, cosmetics, polyurethanes, synthetic detergent, inks, lacquers, paint strippers and varnishes. Pharmaceutical castor oil use includes expectorants, anti-dandruff...
The planet faces a variety of troubling issues that stem from man-made contamination. Many of these lead to environmental problems that are causing long-term damage to the earth's ecosystem. The Global Issues website explains that the only way to...
Indoor air pollution can result from sources that you can see, such as cigarette smoke or spray cleaner emissions. Your air can also be polluted by malfunctioning wood stoves or fireplaces. House dust, along with dust mite colonies, can cause...
During pregnancy, there are many precautions you'll need to follow in terms of food, beverages and medications. Likewise, if you enjoy art or crafts projects, you will need to be careful about the art supplies you choose, since they may have a...
When you think of pollution, car exhaust and other outdoor pollutants that contribute to poor outdoor air quality may come to mind. But retreating to the indoors doesn't necessarily protect you from unhealthy contaminants. In fact your home may...
One of the most visible signs of aging is the appearance of facial wrinkles. Makeup can often cover fine lines but is not effective in concealing deep wrinkles. A facelift can significantly reduce the appearance of wrinkles, but it is an invasive...
