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TDY_10_EcoTips.appHeader = "10 tips to kickstart a greener lifestyle";
TDY_10_EcoTips.appFooter = "Source: <a href=\"http://www.sustainablestyles.com/Sustainables%20Style%20Summer.html\">Pamela Peeters</a>; reported by <a href=\"http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/21207409/\">Marisa Belger";
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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/> <br>Scrubbing the kitchen and bathroom with synthetic cleansers is counterintuitive (why would you want to breathe in harsh chemicals or leave a toxic residue on your tub or tiles?). From counter sprays to toilet scrubs, there are green cleansers for every part of the house. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Opt out of out regular scented candles (synthetically-fragranced candles often contain phthalates, compounds that are thought to disrupt hormone functioning) and go for a naturally-scented soy candles instead. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>The EPA estimates that flushing makes up 30 percent of a household&#146;s water use (about three to six gallons per flush). Placing a brick in your toilet tank will help to conserve the amount of water used during each flush. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Switch from incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent bulbs, which use about 75 percent less energy. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Think about how those chairs or sofa or throw pillows were made. Whenever possible seek out furniture and home accessories that are constructed from certified sustainable wood &#151; look for the FSC label (Forest Stewardship Counsel), reclaimed materials, bamboo, organic cotton and so on. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Support regional farmers by seeking out fresh, locally grown food and whenever possible buy organic. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Biking is an excellent form of eco-friendly transportation &#151; good for both you and the planet. If you have to drive, keep other cars off the road by carpooling.<br>";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Pack your sandwich in a reusable container and if you must use plastic bags, wash and reuse them for tomorrow&#146;s lunch. ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>At work, think twice about printing, but if you absolutely must hold that document in your hand, fill your printer with recycled paper and print on both sides of the sheet.  ";

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TDY_10_EcoTips[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Turn your computer, printer, fax and copy machine off when you&#146;re finished for the day. ";

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