Jan 29, 2019Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH and Karen Wang, PhD
As we get the first hints of true chill in the air, that means it’s time to start pulling out the layers and bundling up in all the cozy sweaters you can find. But, now that you’ve pulled them out of storage, does it look like they need some TLC? Maybe...
Jan 18, 2019Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
So, maybe you’ve heard of the zero waste movement that’s been gaining traction. Or, maybe you’ve seen the Instagrammers showing that they have only made a small jar of trash in the last four years (props to you Laura Singer!). Whether you’ve...
Jan 16, 2019Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Work can be crazy, and working through lunch almost feels expected at many offices. But, if you can actually take a break, even just a few times a week, it can make a big difference for your physical, mental, and social well-being. Here are some of the top benefits of...
Dec 2, 2018Karen Wang, PhD and Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Trying to get pregnant should be an exciting time of planning for the next stage of your life, not one full of doctors visits, constant testing, and worrying about body temperatures. But, if you and your partner are struggling with infertility, you are not alone....
Nov 14, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
As the holidays start to sneak up on us, we have been pulling together some of our favorite homemade gifts. All of which happen to be plastic-free, zero waste, edible (because food!). Bonus, they are all delicious and help cut down on both the plastic you and your...
Nov 13, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH and Karen Wang, PhD
With Halloween solidly in the rearview mirror, the Holiday season is officially upon us. This also means that decorations are popping up everywhere. Everyone has holiday decorations on the mind, especially this year! While shiny tinsel and garlands might help you set...
Nov 7, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
*COVID-19* For a cleaning and disinfecting guide that is specific to the novel coronavirus pandemic, please see our article: A Complete Guide to Non-Toxic Cleaning and Disinfecting During the Coronavirus PandemicCleaning is important, you should definitely do it....
Oct 24, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
How many of you wear contact lenses? *hand raise* They are magical, they help you see clearly, and you don’t have to deal with the myriad of difficulties of wearing glasses (see steamy glasses and the need for the invention of nerdwax). But, one thing’s...
Sep 27, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Little sucks more than being caught in the rain. So, why are we suggesting you hold off on getting a new raincoat? The answer may surprise you. It has to do with what makes the coat itself waterproof. Often for coats to be impervious to water the outer layer is...
Sep 17, 2018Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Everyone has their favorite water bottle – a Camelbak with the chewy straw, or a new shiny S’well bottle, or the Hydroflask that keeps your drink icy for days. And, we know that reusable plastic water bottles have some perks- lightweight, see through,...
