What is GMO? The letters as we all know stand for Genetically Modified Organism, an organism whose genetic material has been altered… but what does that mean? You will be, as I was, amazed to really understand and try to comprehend what GMO means and how it may be effecting our lives. Here is some [...]
Every year parents spend hundreds if not thousands of dollars on toys and activities for their kids. While many of things are great for keeping young minds and bodies active, many of them are unnecessary. Sure kids need structured play, but they also need free play and this is easy to do when the worlds [...]
DIY Recipes for Natural Beauty Products Nature is the newest trend in skin and hair care. For years, we’ve been putting toxic chemicals into our bodies that build up and make us feel tired and sick, regardless of whether we eat them or if they seep though our pores. And people are finally catching on [...]
As the weather warms up more and more fruits and vegetables become available. This means more opportunities to enjoy delicious salads. Here are three tasty and healthy spring salad recipes to try. #1 Strawberry Spinach Salad Spinach is rich in nutrients and the strawberries add a nice sweet touch to this tasty salad. Ingredients: [...]
Lynnette Pate – “The Organic Guru” is hosting a couple of amazing events to raise money and awareness for her two causes. When you Go Organic you will be starting the fight against cancer. Fuel for The Body – her very own quest to educate people on the importance of eating organic and The [...]
So I was reading a Parenting Magazine recently (which I don’t normally do as the hypocrisy ….for things like “how to have healthy kids” articles next to articles about how to make sugary snacks for your kids…but that is for another blog) and came across an article that really struck a cord with me. It [...]
Could it be true? Ludwick Marishane, a student at the University of Cape Cod has come up with a product he calls DryBath™. A waterless Shower. According to his website Headboy.org, “DryBath™ is the world’s first germicidal Bath-substituting™ skin lotion/gel. It is a proprietary blend of a biocide, bioflavonoids and moisturisers. DryBath™ is a truly novel [...]
Over the last few days, people like you – parents, farmers, health-conscious consumers, and more – have been telling friends and family about the Just Label It campaign and why we have a right to know what’s in our food. Thanks to these efforts, we’re well on our way toward 5,000 new people who have [...]
Just Eat Organic – there are many reasons to make the move to organic living and organic products. Here is a fun little video that is loaded with information about Organic foods and the importance they play in you nutritional well being. Watch it and listen, you just may learn something! “Just Eat Organic” [...]
Go Green and Get Informed with these Free Documentaries: guest post by Dwayne Thomas Making a great documentary isn’t easy. You have to walk the fine line between being both entertaining and informative. Fortunately, there are so many great filmmakers making inspiring and beautiful documentaries today. I have quite the DVD collection of documentaries at [...]
Products We Love: Kaia Naturals Facial Green Cleansing Cloths Who doesn’t love products that multi-task? I know I do! Kaia Naturals is perhaps one of my favorite beauty products of all time. While I am pretty strict when it comes to a skincare regime, there are those rushed mornings to school, or nights where [...]
The Organic Pharmacy So I hear about a fabulous, green product and after a bit of research find out that the company and duo behind it are nothing short of ah-mazing. That is just what happened when I found The Organic Pharmacy Rose Facial Cleansing Gel. Oh my, I am in love. So I [...]
Alicia Silverstone may be famous for Clueless, but this lady definitely has a Clue! I recently discovered “The Kind Life” a website dedicated to creating and living Happier, Healthier and more Meaningful lives. What is most exciting about this great website is that it is run by non other than Alicia Silverstone. Alicia shares much [...]
Organic vs Natural a Guest post by Jenny Williams What makes organic different from natural products? Which one is better to use? Are natural products 100% harmless? These are commonly asked questions by the customers which tend to impact their shopping nowadays. If you are a little confused while navigating several market products for organic [...]
Teaching Children About The Importance of Water A Guest post by Rochelle Brandanowitz While many people in America have access to clean drinking water whenever they want it, such is not the case across the world. According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Why Save Water” page, less than 1 percent of all of [...]
I have always found it funny over the last several years of teaching about safer products that feminine hygiene products seem to get overlooked…or even snickered about. Why is laughter the common response when I teach about organic cotton tampons and pads?! Maybe that is because it is a personal topic…or maybe it is because [...]
I know it is sizzling hot outside but I’m dreaming of cuddly sweaters and over-sized scarves, knee high boots and jeans. Fall is still a little over a month away but I couldn’t wait to show all of the fabulous eco friendly designs from Indigenous’s fall line. This was my first peek and I must [...]
Cosmetic companies are some of the worst when it comes to nasty chemicals in their products….and in our opinion are at the BOTTOM of our list since they don’t disclose anything that is in their products! You have no idea what you are slathering all over your lips, your eyes, what kind of chemicals in [...]
As consumers become increasingly aware of the benefits of natural and organic beauty products, the options available to us as consumers has grown too. However, I still think there are still few choices available in mainstream outlets, so many of these amazing brands are yet unknown. One thing I love about companies that focus solely [...]
Vanessa Hill of Organic Please takes you into the market to share some of her favorite tips for finding organic, buying organic and saving a little Green at the same time. For people new to Organic shopping, she will take the fear out of it and help you with the process. Take a stroll through [...]
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Hybrid vessels lead the way, but U.S. tax incentives are needed
Hybrid vessels lead the way, but U.S. tax incentives are needed Guest Post Reprinted by permission from Professional Mariner Magazine Originally Printed Aug 22, 2012 01:38 PM by Capt. Kelly Sweeney In 2009, even before the general public had a chance to ride the vessel, I was lucky enough to take a trip on the [...]
Green Chemistry: California Leads the Nation
Amber Keenoy, Senior Consultant – Antea Group, LEED AP BD+C The state of California is set to launch a new green chemistry initiative. The driving forces behind the impending legislation are public health (children’s biology), marine biology, ocean litter, and skyrocketing costs of toxic waste sites. Children are especially susceptible to exposure from toxic chemicals. [...]
Understanding the Value of Water – Guest Post from Nick Martin
Guest Post by Nick Martin, Associate, Antea Group and as originally published in the NAEM e-news – http://naem.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/Docs/enews-2012-03-antea-spo.pdf Understanding the Value of Water Generally speaking, water is undervalued. On average, my family pays $28/month for water. I pay twice that much for a landline phone I rarely use and three times that much for cable [...]
Why Are Kids Today So Sick? Food For Thought!
So I was reading a Parenting Magazine recently (which I don’t normally do as the hypocrisy ….for things like “how to have healthy kids” articles next to articles about how to make sugary snacks for your kids…but that is for another blog) and came across an article that really struck a cord with me. It [...]
5 Creative Ways to Upcycle Your Baby Clothes
5 Creative Ways to Upcycle Your Baby Clothes – Guest post by David Copley Upcycle Your Baby Clothes and make them live on. In a realistic sense, recycling is only just beginning to catch on with the masses as something that they not only should be doing but could be doing with relative ease. [...]
Do You Really Need Organic Clothes For Baby?
In my business I’m constantly asked about organic clothing (especially for children) and whether it’s worth the extra money. My short answer is yes! Definitely. Let me tell you why. WHY? Buying organic clothing for your children reduces their exposure to pesticides… and cotton is one of the most heavily sprayed crops out there. [...]
Building Green? Join The Go Green Guy at AltBuild Expo 2013
10th Annual AltBuild Conference & Expo, May 10-11 Offers Cutting Edge Discussions by Industry Thought Leaders on the Future of the Los Angeles Region and Related Building Issues to Pros and Public FREE Expo Also Offers Popular ‘Ask an Expert’, Compost and Vegetable Garden Workshops, Wildlife Backyard Certification On May 10-11, 2013, the [...]
LED Light Bulbs from Cree, I love this new one!
The new LED light Bulbs from Cree! As I sit here at my computer thinking about all that we can do for the environment and how much momentum we are getting from people around the world… I can really see people finally getting an idea of the big picture and the small steps to get [...]
Eco Artists love Bristle magic and so do I
Eco Artists, If you ever paint, have painted, plan to paint… you get the picture, you have to try this amazing brush cleaner. Not only does it work it is environmentally responsible and safe! And Eco Artists love it! Bristle Magic is: * Non-toxic * Biodegradable * Sustainable * Non-flammable * No-fumes * [...]
Saving Profits from Metal Recycling
One of the most important things to metal recycling scrappers is making money. The more knowledge and resources you have for scrapping, the more money you can make. Knowing when to strip copper wire loads or how to take apart computers are all useful steps to making more money. What happens after you make the extra money? After scrappers [...]
A Family That Scraps Together, Stays Together
Scrapping copper, aluminum, brass, steel, and other metals can be very rewarding to your wallet if you do it the right way. While your scrapping can be rewarding with money, it can also be rewarding with your family and children especially. Teaching the rights and wrongs of the industry and how to make money recycling [...]
Understanding the Two Types of Metal When Scrap Metal Recycling
Understanding the Two Types of Metal that are Regularly Recycled: Guest post by Kylie Elcano Year in and year out, millions of tons of metal are recycled in the United States alone, helping scrap metal recycling generate billions of dollars in profit for scrappers. Some of the recycled metals are exported to other countries to meet [...]
Green Technology Trends in 2013
Green Technology Trends in 2013 a guest post by Lindsey Mcmahon Green technology has come a long way. As little as 20 years ago, few people gave thought to the long-term effects of their lifestyles. Today, more people and companies than ever are jumping on the green trends to help make our world a better [...]
The Greener Way to Get Around: Eco-Friendly Travel
The Greener Way to Get Around: Eco-Friendly Travel a guest post by Sam Marquit Being a commercial contractor gives me some insights into certain aspects of businesses in the eco-friendly travel industry. There’s a greater trend recently towards green materials and eco-friendly building, mostly to become LEED certified. However, that’s not where hotels and tourism [...]
Grow Up Green – Start with the children
Helping Kids Grow Up Green a guest post by Allison Foster It was a different place entirely when I grew up back in the late fifties and early sixties. I know older people often say this but it was. It was a different kind of world. We did not have a lot of plastic [...]
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