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Dear Dot: Is There an Eco-Friendly Way to Whiten My Whites?

Dear Dot, To enhance whiteness, are you suggesting to add lemon juice, white vinegar, and...

Dear Dot: Is Organic Food Really Better?

Dear Dot, I’m a Harvard alum and a recent article in the Gazette indicated that...

Dear Dot: Is It Okay if I Plant Seed Paper? 

Dear Dot, I recently received a card that’s printed on “seed” paper — that paper...

Climate Quick Tip: Vinegar for the (Cleaning) Win

For an all-natural, all-purpose cleaner, mix 1/2 cup of vinegar with 4 cups of warm water — and use this mixture to clean everything from your windows to kitchen appliances. For disinfectant purposes, use a 1:1 ratio. Works on cutting boards, door handles, and more. Create a DIY eco-friendly cleaner using vinegar. Or give Dr. Bronner’s a try

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Dear Dot: Is Pollution the Reason for a Beautiful Sunset?

Dear Dot, I saw the most amazing sunset last night. Someone told me the beautiful red color is because of pollution? Is there any...

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