Sep 27, 2022Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH and Karen Wang, PhD
We all want our homes to be a safe haven for ourselves and the ones we love. The single easiest thing you can do for a safer home is to take your shoes off at the door. If you’re already doing it, congratulations! If you’re not, you can start today and...
Feb 20, 2020Karen Wang, PhD
All of these teethers are made from safe materials like stainless steel, silicone, wood, or natural rubber so your baby chews away without being exposed to harmful chemicals . Plus, we love how cute these teethers are! They’ll make for a great photo op a)...
Jan 17, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Foil containers are also relatively safer. 2) The next best options are plastic containers that are recyclable and marked with the number 2 or the number 5. These plastics are safer and are usually recyclable in most places. 3) Styrofoam is bad. Try to stay away. It...
Dec 21, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
They are non-toxic and still get the counter clean – amazing! These will definitely be something we are thankful for when we have to clean up all the random little spills next week. #becausehealth #thanksgiving #nontoxic #greencleaningproducts...
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...
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 12, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
Not only does it look bright and clean, but we also know that having a little family of plants can improve the air quality in your home (thanks @nasa ). It’s sort of like an air purifier from nature – how cool is that! Check out linkin.bio for some of our...
Nov 6, 2018Karen Wang, PhD
No matter what you vote for, voting is your opportunity to have your voice heard. So, take a couple of minutes today and get your opinion on the record. And remember that you vote every day with your decisions and your dollars. By bringing a reusable bag, using safer...
Jul 18, 2018Because Health
Before you reach for the hot water faucet, pause for just a second. We know you’re hungry and trying to get dinner on the table as fast as possible, but using the cold tap is the way to go. Why? Because hot water pulls toxins like lead out of your pipes. So,...
Jun 29, 2018Because Health
Because it’s everywhere and is affecting our oceans and our health. Learn more about his trip and how plastic pollution in the oceans can impact health in the @natgeo #planetorplastic series and take the #plasticpledge … #becausehealth #plasticfree...
