Most deodorant stinks. Not because it doesn’t keep YOU from stinking. It stinks because it contains nasty chemicals you just shouldn’t put on your body. That’s why Via Nature Natural Deodorant is such a breath of fresh air – literally. It’s also why we’ve partnered with them to bring you this expert information about the […]
Every year around Mother’s Day, my son and daughter (pictured with me, above) want to know what they can get me. I’m not big on buying a lot of presents, especially given how much stuff I already have. But I always make a point of telling them to skip anything having to do with cosmetics, […]
There are 80,000 chemicals circulating in our environment. Only 5 have been banned, even though mountains of scientific evidence show just how vulnerable we are to most of the chemicals we encounter. Cancer. Learning disabilities. Birth defects. More and more proof exists that there is a link between these illnesses that ruin our lives […]
744views How clean is the air you breathe? Because you don’t see smog inside your home, you might think your air is pretty clean. You’d sure want it to be, since you spend 90% of your time indoors, either in your home or at work. But in fact, indoor air can be two-five times more […]
721views Dollar stores may be appealing because they’re so cheap. But according to a new report, they also sell many products made from components contaminated with toxic chemicals. Those products include toys, jewelry, school supplies, cosmetics and even kids’ pajamas. Research done by the Campaign for Healthier Solutions, a national coalition of more than 100 […]
684views Do you feel great about the mascara you use? Or have you read those stories about mercury and other toxic chemicals in mascara and wondered whether you should have shifted to an all natural mascara a long time ago? Worry no more! Kris Carr, the fabulous blogger who calls herself the “Chief Unicorn” at Crazy […]
Here are three endearing books that can help kids appreciate a greener world, one that focuses more on loving kindness and appreciation for Nature than consumerism. George Saves the World by Lunch Time (Authors: Ley Honor and Jo Readman) George Saves the World by Lunch Time tells the story of a kid who’s determined to […]
You’ll spend a good third of your life in bed, so don’t you want that bed to be as comfy and healthy as possible? As it turns out, both comfort and health start with your mattress – and what it’s made from. We’re launching an occasional series to explain how to buy a green mattress. […]
