May 11, 2022Because Health
Updated for Summer 2022!Getting ready for some outdoor parties and dining this summer? We sure are! If you’re looking to spruce up your outdoor dining scene, you’ll quickly see that most options are made of melamine. Even though melamine dishware...
Aug 24, 2021Erica Chung, MPH
Remember how bad the wildfires in the western United States were this year? Maybe you’re worried that summer is never going to be the same with the constant air quality warnings? If you’re like most people, you’re probably a little concerned. And...
Jul 26, 2021Because Health
Summer is basically one big outdoor party. Anyone else wishing it will never end? With all of the heat, it’s important to have icy beverages that everyone can enjoy. While it’s easy to just load up with flats of canned cocktails or plastic bottles of...
Jul 22, 2021Because Health
Summer isn’t complete without at least one BBQ! They’re the ultimate excuse to get together with friends, enjoy the nice weather, and cook delicious food (even if you’re doing meat-free Monday). If you’re new to the BBQ scene, then you might...
Jun 28, 2021Karen Wang, PhD
We love burgers! The bun, the juicy meat, the sauces, and the toppings. We can barely go through a week without one. But realizing how big of an impact beef has on climate change is making us rethink our dinner plans. How do we get our burger fix while also making...
Jun 3, 2021Because Health
Camping is such a great way to disconnect, relax, and enjoy being with friends and family in nature. As much as we love the idea of sleeping under the stars, at the end of the day you’ll probably find us fast asleep in a tent. Having a tent provides a cozy...
Jun 3, 2021Lizzy Ranheim
Summer has arrived! Cue the backyard BBQs, ice cream sandwiches (or DIY popsicles), and Will Smith jams. During long, hot days, water activities are basically a necessity for creating fun memories and staying cool. Unfortunately, water-related accidents are a leading...
Apr 28, 2021Valerie Gallardo-Buenrostro
Even though it’s still spring, we are already dreaming about summer lawn games, BBQs, and playing catch with the kids outside. And for many Americans, a nice blanket of green grass in the backyard is just the perfect setting for all these summer memories. If...
Jun 22, 2020Karen Wang, PhD
While some things might be different this summer, we’re still going to try to spend as much time outside as possible. That’s why we updated our sunscreen roundup for 2020! Our top 10 picks are all mineral sunscreen, non-toxic , and reef safe! Plus, a lot...
Jul 16, 2019Karen Wang, PhD
DIY finger paint is a fun, non-toxic way to get creative! Take yogurt (we like nonfat greek yogurt) and divide it into small containers. Then mix some food coloring into each container. That’s all you need to have a fun, easy art project! Just make sure to save some...
