Friday, January 16, 2009

The Balancing Act Show 1132

This segment focuses on the positive environmental impact for Arm & Hammer. David Bach, Author of “Go Green, Live Rich: 50 Simple Ways to Save the Earth (and get rich trying)” talks about how a lot of companies are jumping on the green bandwagon & it is overwhelming for consumers to know who to trust. He demonstrates how Arm & Hammer ® Essentials helps positively impact the environment and why the Arm & Hammer brand has been trusted in homes for over 150 years.
You could be paying a high price for that doggie in the window, especially if you plan on buying one for your family. Many pet stores and Internet vendors across the country are taking advantage of consumers by selling animals bred in “puppy mills,” which are inhumane commercial kennels that raise dogs in cramped, filthy conditions. In an effort to fight back, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is launching a new campaign to raise awareness about the hazardous breeding practices of puppy mills. The ASPCA wants to educate the public on how to find the perfect pet for you and avoid irresponsible breeders.
ASPCA Supervisory Special Investigator, Annemarie Lucas, the star of Animal Planet’s award-winning series “Animal Precinct”, tells viewers the importance of fighting against these inhumane breeding practices.
Busy moms may not be familiar with the technology with digital photos, or they just don’t have time to deal with them. Fodeo helps share photos and keeps them from being lost or damaged.
In this segment, a new mom and an industry expert from Gerber Life Insurance discuss the 4 questions people should ask when considering life insurance.
Get milk! A study showed that a type of fat found in milk inhibits substances produced by the body that play a significant role in inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. Conjugated linoleic acid, or C-L-A is the essential fatty acid, and it’s found in the milk of all grazing animals, including cows. It blocks the pathway of enzymes that trigger inflammation that can ultimately damage joints. So drink milk until the cows come home!
Did you know that celery and bok choy help replenish the body’s skeletal needs? These foods target bone strength. Our bones are 23% sodium and these foods are 23% sodium. So crunch away, and add them to your recipes for a low-calorie, healthy boost to your body.
Here’s an effortless tip: Identify products that have the blue and white Energy Star label, and buy those when you need a new appliance or piece of office equipment. The initially higher cost offsets your yearly savings and reduces CO2 emissions. An Energy Star washing machine, for example, costs about $150 more but you’ll save $50 a year on your energy bill. And it will cut water use by up to 7,000 gallons per year!