Dec 12, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
They are coated in chemicals that can sneak into your cookies and cakes as they bake. Plus they are basically horrible for the environment and the companies who make them are polluting drinking water everywhere. But, have no fear of broken cakes and cookies sticking,...
Dec 11, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
But do we really know if that’s a good thing? Well, we dug into the research to answer just that question. Bottom line, if you use them safely and as directed, they are better than traditional fragrance chemicals. That doesn’t mean they can’t have...
Dec 7, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
Making small changes can have a big impact! Each of these little changes helps reduce trash, yes, but they also help us make healthier decisions. Many of them reduce the amount of plastic we use in a day. That helps reduce demand for fossil fuels, cuts down on...
Dec 6, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
But, instead of going for furniture (or even pants! ) with a chemical stain-resistant treatment, we suggest learning how to actually clean the spill (Have you tried using dish soap? It’s magical on food stains). That skill will last a whole lot longer than the...
Dec 5, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
Here’s a friendly healthy holiday tip. Candles made from beeswax are not only better for the environment, but they are better for your health. Plus they smell sort of like honey when they are burned! @bigdipperwaxworks .
Dec 3, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
This one is perfect for gift giving because we’re giving you two @elloproducts mugs, two @chicobag reusable bags, two sets of @togoware bamboo utensils and a set of @abeego wraps. Why two? Duh, one for you, and one as a gift for your friend! You are going to...
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 30, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
That’s why it makes our roundup for alternatives to nonstick pans! #becausehealth #debuyer #notnonstick #alternativetononstick #nontoxiccooking #nontoxicliving #nontoxic #carbonsteel A seasoned carbon steel skillet not only has character but it is as slippery as...
Nov 29, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
We’ve pulled together a list of some of some cool items to use to decorate for the holidays that are #plasticfree, #zerowaste, and good for you. And, of course, they still look on point.
Nov 28, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
Check out these men’s hair gel options for healthier hair gels that really work.
