Compiled by Obiabin Onukwugha
Five ways to become a Earth healer
1) Eat natural fruits and save the seeds
2) Plant the seeds of fruits and vegetables
3) Nurture your garden and domestic pets
4) Encourage young people especially children to take care of gardens, farms and uproot weeds that choke growing plants
5) Promote recycling of household items to ensure waste management is done properly
Source: Ecofem Tales
Preventing environmental pollution can save lives. There is clear scientific evidence on how environmental, chemical and air pollution as well as climate change threaten and impact our health.
Why we need to protect our planet
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Source: env-health.org
