What’s Your Daily Fiber Intake?
byFiber is found in many foods such as the skins of fruits and vegetables, and the coverings of wheat and rice. Fiber offers numerous…
General Health
What do PLU Sticker Codes on Produce Mean?
byPLU (Product Look Up) codes are 4 or 5 digit numbers which have been used by supermarkets since 1990 to make check-out and inventory…
Triclosan Free Companies
byAccording to Beyond Pesticides, the following companies have signed the Triclosan-free pledge to stop the use and/or sale of Triclosan-containing consumer products (non-prescription) and…
Eleven Reasons To Stop Using Roundup
byGlyphosate is the primary ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup. Glyphosate is an herbicide designed for home and agricultural use; it is also the largest selling…
Eleven Natural Weed Killers
byMany commercial weed killers are filled with noxious ingredients that are not safe for people, pets, or the environment. Here is a list of…
The Top Twenty Clean Air Houseplants
byWith newer homes and building being designed for improved energy efficiency, the result is a double edged sword. It is wonderful to have lower…
Microbeads In Personal Care Products Are Polluting Our Lakes and Oceans
byNumerous people are aware of plastic pollution in our oceans, and natural habitats as well as the tremendous impact they have on wild life….
Brominated Vegetable Oil-Flame Retardant in Sodas, OTC Medicines, Inhalers and more
byIf you consume soda, or electrolyte beverages, you may consider looking for a healthier way to hydrate your body. Many sodas such as Mountain…
Food Coloring- Toxins in a Rainbow of Colors
byFood dyes offer no nutritional benefits to our food. It is purely cosmetic, to make otherwise bland, grey or beige foods seem more appealing….
Insect Repellent Recipes
byMake Your Own Mosquito Repellent Making your own mosquito repellent is very easy and eliminates your exposure to toxins. It’s important to find an…