Safe Things
Why are Twinkies cheaper than Carrots?

Why are Twinkies cheaper than Carrots?

It saddens me that it cost so much to have a healthy diet in this country. We do the best we can and I still feel we have too much "junk" food, but we can only afford so much. Add in a food allergy and the cost skyrockets. Wouldn't it be nice if there was some...

The Story of Cosmetics

I love "The Story of..." videos. This one, The Story of Cosmetics, came out a year ago in support of safer cosmetics. I posted about it back then. Happily, one year later, the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2011 is being introduced. It will eliminate the most harmful chemicals...

October is Non-GMO month

Well, that's what happens when I get busy, I miss the emails. I totally missed Non-GMO Day, but it's not too late to experience Non-GMO Month! What are GMOs? GMOs are genetically modified organisms. It's like taking part of one thing and combining it with another...

Mushroom-Based Packaging better than Styrofoam

This is just so cool! I see it's been around for awhile, but this is the first time I've seen it. Ecovative Design uses mushroom fibers grown on waste like cotton seed, wood fiber and buckwheat hulls to create EcoCradle packaging and Greensulate insulation. Their...

Nascar Goes Green

I don't know why I like Nascar, but I do. Must have something to do with that race fan husband of mine. The most un-eco-friendly sport and yet, fascinating at the same time. Go figure. I was surprised to read about Pocono Raceway's new solar farm. The project began a...

PVC-Free School Supplies

It's almost time for the new school year. Whether you're sending your little ones off to school or schooling at home (like me!), it's time to stock up on all those wonderful things that will need to be replaced in a few months. You know, the school supplies. PVC is...