To many, green much more than a color it is a way of life. Living “green” or eco-friendly has numerous benefits for both the environment and your personal wellbeing.

Recycling, eating organic foods and driving a hybrid are all great ways to play your part in helping the environment. However, if you really want to step your game up, consider restocking your cleaning supply closet.

Many cleaning products contain harmful chemicals that can have adverse effects on your health. When you clean with these products these chemicals get released into the air, even if you wipe down your surface. Additionally, if you have any small children or pets they may unintentionally ingest these substances from residue left behind.

So next time you are shopping read the labels and beware of chemicals that are on this list, complied by the Cancer Prevention Coalition.

Better yet call a quality Chicago house cleaning company! You’ve Got MAIDS only uses green cleaning processes, products and equipment, that are green seal certified.

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