1.3kviewsGreen shopping can be confusing! Many products claim to be “natural,” “eco-friendly,” and “biodegradable.” But what in the world does that mean? Unfortunately, because there’s no standardized definition for any of these words, they’re actually meaningless. In fact, many companies intentionally use vague words to market their products as if they’re better for you and the […]
Want to try organic dark chocolate infused with caramel and sea salt? How about hand lotion made from argan oil and shea butter? Looking for a non-toxic way to ward off termites? Or safe and healthy cleansers you can use without getting sick? Maybe you just want a dose of inspiration to keep you living […]
981viewsThis Valentine’s Day, before you cover your sweetheart with Hershey’s kisses, or toss a few of those treats into your kids’ lunch box, consider the alternative: organic, fair trade, bite-size bars made from cocoa produced by companies that care about people and the planet. Why not Hershey’s? The company has been under fire for years […]
If we want our apparel to be “eco,” most of us start by buying vintage or second-hand, swapping with friends or family, or dragging out the sewing machine to pull together a pattern or alter an old style into something more trendy. We recycle our clothes in a lot of creative ways, too. But even […]
Hello? Anybody paying attention at Pacific Natural Foods? I don’t think so. Otherwise, why would a company that seems so ‘on target’ have completely missed the mark? Their latest offering is brewed tea…sold in a box. And it’s not just any box, either. It’s a 64-ounce, “shelf stable” box you can’t recycle, since it’s made […]
