Most people believe that allergies really aren't a concern in the winter months, because there is no pollen in the air. While that may be true, there are still plenty of triggers in your home that can bring on allergies or an asthma attack.

A week after giving birth to my son, Felix, I was in crisis. Trying to figure out which products -- from teethers to bubble bath to dish soap -- were truly safe and nontoxic was becoming a source of constant stress.

My latest concern, likely in response to some incessant commercials on the subject, is the existence of disgusting, invisible dust mites that camp out in our mattresses, living off our skin flakes (yuck!) and generally up to no good.

By Deepak Chopra Deepak Chopra and Annie Bond Annie Bond Attention and Intention Inherent in every intention and desire is the mechanics for its...

I do not clean. I do not cook. My house may be a mess, but scientists discovered that a certain amount of dirt and dust may actually be helpful in building kids' immune systems.

While we may no longer be tracking in as much bacteria on our shoes, we are not tracking in dangerous pollutants. It may be time to return to the practices of the 15th century to protect the health of our homes.