Introducing the Safe Haven House You may not realize it, but there are countless toxic chemicals in your home. You can find them in everything from the cleaning products you use every day to the dust particles on your windowsill. According to a study by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), 53 percent of cleaning products […]
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Clean Up the World Events Looking for a fun and eco-friendly activity that you and your family can participate in this weekend? Check out these amazing, green events that help promote sustainability while bringing communities together from all around the world! Clean Up the World Weekend (9/18 – 9/20) Clean Up the World is a […]
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The Dangers of Sitting Too Much How much of your day is spent sitting? Your drive to work, your 8 – 10 hour workday at the office, and the couple of hours you spend in front of the TV or computer when you get home all add up to some serious sitting time. But researchers […]
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Visit a Farmers Market Summer and Fall are a wonderful time for some eco-friendly activities that you can share with your family. Here’s a fun and educational activity you can do with your kids that will also encourage them to start caring for the environment. By visiting a farmers market, you can support your local […]
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It’s Back to School Time! It’s that time of year again for purchasing new books, clothing and educational supplies for your kids. But as your children return to school, it’s important to think about not only the financial aspects of the back-to-school season, but also the environmental impact of the items you purchase as well […]
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Healthy Foods for Healthy Skin While it’s true that regular sunblock use can help protect your skin on the outside, there are several delicious foods and drinks that you can consume to help you fight back against skin damage from within. Before you head to the store, make sure to add these skin-friendly items to […]
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Oslo, Norway: One of the Greenest Cities in the World As a city covered in agricultural land, protected forests and waterways, Oslo is one of Europe’s leading eco-friendly cities. Oslo has significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions than any other metropolitan cities in Europe, and with the help of its population and the promotion of energy […]
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No matter what time of year it is, it’s always a great time for some eco-friendly activities and adventures you can share with your family. Here’s a fun and educational activity you can do with your kids that will also encourage them to start caring for the environment. Plant a Garden Your kids probably won’t […]
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Avoid Flame Retardants You can probably find flame-retardant chemicals all over your house, within your couch, your carpet, your mattresses and even your children’s car seats. And though fire retardants can be helpful, they are actually quite toxic and can cause harm to your family’s health. Flame retardants have been linked to cancer, hormone deficiencies, […]
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Silicone vs Plastic Chemicals such as BPA in plastic have received an enormous amount of media exposure because of their harmful effects on our bodies and the environment, but it’s even more important now to look for safer alternatives. A recent study suggests that the long-held assumption that BPA breaks down safely in the body […]
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