9 Winter Energy-Saving Tips For a Cozy and Efficient Home

By Courtney Klosterman, Home Insights Expert at Hippo Nothing beats stepping into a warm home after being outside in winter weather all day. Add a hot shower to the mix, and you have the perfect recipe for being cozy this season. However, constantly cranking up the heat can be a fast track to high energy bills. According to ENERGY STAR, almost half of annual energy bills go to heating and cooling for the average American household.  So, before you set the thermostat too high, check out these winter energy-saving tips to help keep your home toasty without breaking the bank. Keep a Checklist Handy Keeping a checklist handy on the fridge or your phone can help you remember what you can do to help the whole house stay mindful about keeping their energy usage down. Download our winter energy-saving tips checklist below to have a quick reference on hand. 1.   Lower the temperature on your thermostat Why? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) says you can save energy costs in the winter by setting your thermostat between 68°F and 70°F while you’re home and less when you’re away. The DOE also explains that heat loss happens more slowly when the…

OE Organic Energy Shots Giveaway Ends 2/3 @las930
Giveaways / January 13, 2021

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Self+ Supplements Are Amazing
2020 Holiday Gift Guide / December 20, 2020

I can’t say enough about Self+ Supplements!  They work like crazy.  I shared them with my family, and everyone loves them.  My mother in law tried the +Energy, and she said she is up moving around, when all she used to want to do is sleep!  I’m taking the +Unwind, because I could never get to sleep, now I have no problem getting a good nights rest, and being able to get up in the morning, for work.  And, my dad is taking the +Brain, to sharpen his mind.  He said it works great. About +Energy: ENERGY  BOOSTERS Yerba Mate (ilex paraguariensis) is considered an adaptogenic herb which contains saponins, natural compounds with anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, it provides small amounts of vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, potassium, manganese and zinc. In fact, it contains more antioxdants than green tea. These antioxidants may help strengthen your immune system and promote overall health.11 The impressive health benefits of drinking yerba mate include increased energy, mental alertness and improved metabolism.12†  This mind and body stimulant’s energy comes from  xanthine, which is like having the best part of coffee without the crash or jittery effects. Echinacea Extracts seem to have a positive effect on the immune system, your body’s defense…

energydots are wonderful

Have you heard of energydots?  If not, let me highly recommend them to you. I’ve been using mine for a month, and it’s really given me more energy, and I feel less stressed out.  I have panic disorder, so this is big for me.  Even my spouse says he’s noticed a difference in the way I’m acting.  energydots are amazing. There’s so many to choose from, as well.  And, it’s as easy as sticking it to the back of your phone.  Here’s what it does: The list of benefits from using energydots, as reported by our users over the last 15 years, is long, but includes; better, deeper, more restful sleep increased energy, reduced stress, feeling less ‘wired’ fewer headaches or ‘hot ear’ and released tension clearer mind and better able to focus calmer, more peaceful homes and work spaces The range includes; bioDOT boosts your energy and reduces stress levels sleepMAT enhances the quality of your sleep smartDOT help reduce ‘hot ear’, headaches from mobile devices aquaDOT revitalizes the water and other liquids spaceDOT or space pyramid clears and re-energizes  the environment in your home or work space You will love this little piece of joy.  It’ll give you…