Feb 15, 2019Karen Wang, PhD and Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
It’s full-on soup season over here. And while we love eating a warm bowl of soup all cozied up in a giant blanket, we also know that sometimes soup isn’t the most filling. Especially if you are trying to be good and opting for a soup that comes in a carton...
Feb 14, 2019Erica Chung, MPH
If you heard that chemicals give off dangerous fumes, you probably wouldn’t be surprised. But it might be surprising to learn that cooking, or even turning on a stove or stovetop can give off fumes and particles that can be harmful too (5). Think about it, have...
Feb 14, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Popcorn is basically the perfect snack for any time of the day. No judgement here if you’ve ever had it for breakfast or even twice in one day! But if you’ve been microwaving popcorn bags, may we suggest an easy healthier alternative? Stovetop popcorn is...
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...
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, 2018Erica Chung, MPH
Ugh, and there it goes, your non-stick pan just can’t survive another round of frying up your favorite eggs for brunch. You’ve avoided this for as long as you can, but you just can’t put it off any longer. Yup, you have to go shopping for pots and...
Oct 23, 2018Erica Chung, MPH
If you’re kitchen obsessed like me, you’ve probably poured over every IKEA, Pottery Barn, William Sonoma and Magnolia Home magazine scouring for the prettiest dishware to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether you’re a food styling pro, or...
Oct 1, 2018Erica Chung, MPH
Whether you’re team Pumpkin Spice Latte or prefer flavors other than Fall packed in a coffee cup, you’ve probably wondered what makes that addicting-ly good taste or Instagram-worthy rainbow of colors. Artificial colors, sugars and flavorings are in a lot...
Oct 1, 2018Because Health
We all know having a can of beans on hand means whipping up dinner can happen pretty quickly. While we love a quick and easy dinner, we aren’t as thrilled by a meal that might introduce us to some unnecessary chemicals. Why would whipping up some rice and beans...
