Spring cleaning is upon us! We're ready to put Winter behind us and become refreshed with the joys of Spring. We reach for the detergents, soaps, polishes, cleaners, and air fresheners to make our homes sparkling clean and sweet-smelling. Be aware, you may be doing more harm than good! Cleaning ingredients pose an array of health hazards, from skin or respiratory irritations, watery eyes, or chemical burns. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health found that one-third of the substances used as "fragrance" are toxic. And many ingredients contribute to long-term health effects such as cancer and hormone disruption. Now is the time to go back to the basics! Simple ingredients like baking soda, vinegar, and lemon juice, are effective on most household cleaning needs and don't put your health at risk. Try making some "do-it-yourself" cleaners and experience these natural cleaning solutions for yourself!