Last year, over 20,000 American beach closing days were reported according to a report from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). Raw sewage and storm water are the biggest culprits. And with a rainy summer season this year, your favorite beach could be shut down just when you want to cool off. Rain carries pollutants from dirty storm water and overflowing sewage into streams and rivers, which eventually make their way to the ocean, Nancy Stoner, NRDC’s water program co-director told USA Today.

So what can you do to make sure your favorite beach stays sewage-free? You can help keep pollution out of coastal waters by properly disposing of pet waste and trash as well as toxic household products, used motor oil and other pollutants, which can travel from your drain to beach waters. You can also help support programs and participate in activities that reduce storm water runoff pollution like rain gardens, rain barrels and green roofs.

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So far, pollution has been slandered as being at the origin of respiratory diseases and global warming. A surprising Spanish study might weigh up the negative impact of pollution. According to this study, pollution might turn babies into obese children. The exposure of your child to a series of common chemicals, before its birth, could affect his/her health and turn him into an obese child.

To prevent child obesity, organic and natural products may have a preventive effect. By giving organic food to your green baby, you might improve his/her chances. Better for your health, organic and natural products are to be consumed before your child’s birth and of course to be shared with him afterwards!
We are all born with a different metabolism. Consequently, our predispositions regarding weight gain differ (life isn’t a piece of cake!). Your beautiful green baby might be threatened…

The scientists of the Municipal Institute of Medical Research in Barcelona suggest that pollution Click here to read more

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