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…"
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.
According to Liz Wasserman, True Goods Founder & CEO, "Parents can now benefit from Dr. Debby's guidance by reading this thorough and informative book – ideally before they start trying for a baby. Finally, there’s hope and help for families who want to make prevention an integral step in their fight against autism and ADHD!”
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.
From aiding the economy to shaping beautiful cutting boards, bamboo is an ideal eco-friendly alternative. Bamboo provides millions of jobs to lower income communities, it's environmentally friendly, and it stands the test of time.
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.
Kris Carr sits down with Heather White of EWG to dig into the topic of toxic chemicals and body burden, which every consumer needs to know about starting NOW! Your choices matter and they really do add up over time. This information is here to empower you, not to scare you. Slow and steady wins the race...