Things we're excited about: infused water and soap-free detergent
Photo, Erik Putz
Health news Sept 2014
Fruit-infused water
Sip spa water 24-7, thanks to the infuser inside this pretty reusable bottle. Just put sliced strawberries, oranges, cucumbers or mint inside to gently spike your drink.
AdNart Flavour It glass water bottle, $21, Amazon.
Hands-free dog leashes
This jogger-friendly leash snaps around your waist so you can walk or run with your dog hands-free. The fanny pack hybrid also comes with a water-bottle holder and a handy pouch where you can stash your phone or cash.
Hands-free leash, $55, Cardio Canine.
Soap-free laundry detergent
Soap Nuts, from an eco-friendly company in Collingwood, Ont., are actually the fruit of the soapberry tree; they foam when they come in contact with water. Just throw a few in the cotton bag provided and do your load of laundry as usual.
Soap nuts, $35/2-lb bag, Earth's Berries.
Hot new read
Check out The Organized Mind, the latest book from Montreal neuroscientist Daniel J. Levitin. He makes a great case for de-cluttering your home, social life, personal time and workspace so you can maximize your efficiency, creativity and happiness. With clever why-didn’t-I-think-of-that tips (we loved the no-nonsense formula for streamlining a to-do list: do it, delegate it, defer it, drop it), this book will nourish and strengthen your attention span and memory in ways you never thought possible.
The Organized Mind, Daniel J. Levitin, $30, Chapters Indigo.
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