The best products are truthful in their marketing claims and free of potentially worrisome ingredients. Some products might make claims like "gentle" or "all-natural," but since the government does not require safety testing, personal care product manufacturers can use almost any chemical they want, regardless of risks. How To Read...
Continue reading
Bisphenol A (BPA) remains on top of the charts of high profile chemicals, holding this dubious distinction for several years now. While toxicologists don’t really have a top 40, it’s obvious that this one is the poster child for what can go wrong with today’s designer chemicals.
Parabens appear mostly in personal care products that contain significant amounts of water such as shampoos, conditioners, lotions, cleansers and scrubs. They've been linked to cancer, endocrine disruption, reproductive toxicity, immunotoxicity, neurotoxicity and skin irritation.
From EWG's EnviroBlog ~ "Just finding a toothpaste for the four people in my family proved to be a time-consuming affair with a bump or two in the road…"
If you can’t afford to buy an organic mattress, how do you block the toxic off-gassing from a non-organic mattress that contains unsafe materials? It’s not an easy fix, but there are possible options that may at least partially solve the problem.
Breast milk is best, but whether you're feeding breastmilk or formula in a bottle, use this guide from EWG to feed your baby safely.
There is no good logic that can explain to the consumer why formaldehyde - a chemical that is classified as a carcinogen - is still on the market without any federal standards for emissions allowed in homes. Its toxicity was news to many. In the meantime, what are we to do about our contemporary desks, bookshelves and building supplies made from formaldehyde-full wood? Here are four lessons learned.
As of May 2013, 91% of American adults own cell phones, over half of which are smart phones. We use them in all parts of our lives, as messengers, alarm clocks, cameras, and calendars - and sometimes even for phone calls. With such an enormous increase in wireless activity in a relatively short period of time, it’s understandable that many people are concerned about the effects this may have on our health.
We all want what’s best for our best friends. Making sure their dishware is safe and sanitary is a simple step that helps them to live longer and healthier lives. Here's a breakdown of common pet bowl materials and which ones are safest.
When shopping for baby, we know you want the very best. But are you remembering to ask about ingredient safety? The products your child is exposed to in their early years can have lifelong effects, and toxic chemicals lurk in everyday products from wipes and lotions to soaps and shampoos.
