Jan 25, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
If you’re into documentaries and want to learn more about how Dupont has covered up the harmful health effects of Teflon, may we suggest The Devil We Know? It’s on Netflix and watching it will definitely give you the extra motivation you need to never use...
Jan 24, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
The same toxic non-stick coatings we’ve been talking about are also found on a lot of baking pans. Check out our article for baking pan alternatives like ceramic, stainless steel, cast iron, glass, and silicone. If you’re not looking for new bakeware, we...
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 16, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
) 4) For some good old fashioned social contact, even if it’s just with a barista 5) To take a mental break, which is actually shown to increase productivity And when you have to work through lunch, just make sure to wash your hands to get rid of flame...
Jan 15, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Here are our favorites that should work for everything from a simple sandwich, to a huge salad, hot soup, snacks, fruit, and leftovers. Getting the right containers makes packing lunch so much easier. Trust us! a) Abeego Wax Wraps c) GreenLunch Bento Box c) JaceBox...
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...
Jan 11, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
We say that’s more than enough reasons to bring and use a glass or stainless steel water bottle everywhere you go. And if photos like this really bug you, check out our friends @surfrider to find a beach cleanup near you. @mo_9o .
Jan 9, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
Leave your (empty! ) reusable plastic water bottle in your car as a backup bottle. If you are running errands and get thirsty, filling up the reusable plastic bottle is still way better than buying a bottled water at a corner store. Click on the link in bio to read...
Jan 8, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
All of our favorite glass and stainless steel water bottles, in case you need to pick up a new one for the Week 1 #BHchallenge. Getting a water bottle that you really like, might motivate you to drink more water! Crush those hydration goals!
Jan 7, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
We’re starting off simple. Bring and use your reusable glass or stainless steel water bottle. Let’s ditch the plastic and make sure that your water is as healthy as can be for you and the planet. Plastic water bottles can leach unwanted chemicals into the water inside...