Mar 19, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
How about one that gives you food? Even if you don’t have a backyard, you can grow some vegetables and herbs on a windowsill inside. We found 9 veggies and herbs that are easy to grow inside and useful to have on hand. It’s a great way to cut down on food...
Mar 4, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
All the pregnancy changes can be overwhelming and you probably have an endless to do list. But right now, the best thing you can do is to take care of yourself! If you or someone you know is curious about a non-toxic or more natural pregnancy, we’ve got you...
Feb 28, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
If your local grocery store has bulk bins, give it a shot. It’s better for you, better for the environment, and better for your bank account. There’s less packaging waste, which means less chemicals in the packaging, and it’s surprisingly affordable....
Feb 28, 2019Emma Zang-Schwartz, MPH
If you haven’t heard yet, bulk bins are awesome! They have so many options, things are surprisingly cheap, and they give you a great reason to use all of those trendy mason jars you have been collecting for the last 5 years. Seriously, I have seen all of these...
Feb 27, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Besides being better for the planet, they are actually better for your health. Canned food is pretty much always lined with BPA, which can leach into your food. And well, plastic is plastic! Learn more about how to stock up your pantry in a healthier way for all those...
Feb 21, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Cooking or even just turning on a stove or stovetop can give off fumes and particles that can be harmful. So make it a new habit to ventilate before you even start cooking! It will take awhile but before long, it will become second nature. . ....
Feb 6, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
But did you know that many tea bags use a strip of plastic to seal them shut? The idea of a plastic soaking in boiling hot water just does not sound cozy to us. So we made a list of tea brands that don’t use plastic and that are fully compostable. Click the link...
Jan 31, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
With so many logos and confusing all natural and green claims, we break it all down for you. Find out what certifications like EPA Safer Choice and Certified Biodegradable mean, and what label claims like “natural” and “unscented” actually...
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...
Jan 14, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
This week the challenge is to pack a plastic-free lunch. Packing a plastic-free lunch is healthier, even if it’s some leftover cheesy pizza, cause you are avoiding all sorts of extra packaging materials that can leave yucky chemicals in your food. Plus, those piles of...
