May 20, 2022Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH and Maria Williams
What is PFAS?PFAS, are synthetic man-made chemicals that have been used since the 1950’s. They are otherwise known as “forever chemicals” because they do not breakdown, so stay in the environment and can build up in the bodies of humans and animals...
Mar 12, 2019Maria Williams
Choosing the right mattress is so important for sound sleep and health, yet with so many options the shopping can be confusing and stressful! Obviously you want to take comfort and pricing into consideration, but there are some chemical ingredients you might want to...
Jul 5, 2018Maria Williams
When it comes to household cleaning, we are big fans of creative ways to use baking soda, vinegar, and liquid soap. But, we get it, sometimes you might need to buy a cleaning product (because it’s just more convenient, or serves a more specific purpose). With so...
Jul 5, 2018Maria Williams
We all know that it’s smart to choose gadgets and electronics that use less energy, and EPA’s EnergyStar label makes that easy to do. But what about the other environmental impacts of your electronics, which can contain toxic chemicals like heavy metals,...
Apr 11, 2018Maria Williams and Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
Have you ever been standing in the aisle trying to pick out a bag of coffee and been completely overwhelmed by all the different bags touting different certifications that make them “better” than the other? Us too. So, we pulled together information on the...
Apr 11, 2018Maria Williams
Home isn’t home without comfortable furniture. When it’s time to find something new, we usually focus on what feels and looks good, and of course the price. But did you know that furniture can contain, and leak, various chemicals like flame retardants that...
Apr 11, 2018Maria Williams
You’ve heard about how it’s better to choose organic food and to think twice when buying things like cleaning products so you don’t add more chemicals to your home or your body. But what about clothing? Turning fibers into completed garments involves...
