Water filters are a lot more environmentally friendly than their bottled water counterparts. Statistics have shown: Bottled water marketing campaigns have been so successful in making people suspicious of their tap water, that sales skyrocketed 700 percent between 1997 and 2005. And from 1999 to 2017, per capita bottled water consumption has ballooned from 16.2 […]
Honestly, your best bet when it comes to air fresheners is to do your best to eliminate the source of the smell. That is by far the safest method. Stay away from store-bought air fresheners that do not show their complete ingredients list, that is a red flag for sure. If you want to walk […]
Today we discuss the exciting subject of environmentally friendly disposable gloves. Ok, maybe not too exciting, but this is a short article so it shouldn’t be too painful. First, we will discuss traditional disposal gloves and then we will get into environmentally friendly options (if they exist, ok, they do…well one does…read further for more […]
While visual labels help us determine which products are truly green, manufacturers also like to use words to tell us green they are. Half the battle is figuring out what exactly these wordy claims mean and whether or not they are valid or just a marketing ploy. With help from my friends at the Environmental Worker’s […]
If you’re like me, you use your Vitamix every day. Mine gets used at least once a day, starting with a morning smoothie. MMM…there is no better way to kick off your day than with a delicious, smoothie or smoothie bowl. I generally rinse out my blender rather than wash it everyday. I mean, if […]
Does your significant other snore so loud that you can’t fall asleep and find yourself thinking unsavory thoughts as to how to stop the horrible racket? Oh, that’s just me…OK. Well, just humor me then. Earplugs have been a savior on those nights where my hubby is especially loud in bed (and not the fun […]
Everyone benefits from sustainable transportation because it means that we are keeping the air cleaner through alternative transportation choices, such as riding a bike to work, car sharing, using public transportation, and using electric vehicles instead of gas powered vehicles. What does sustainable transportation mean? Sustainable transportation means taking into consideration the effects of your […]
So, you’re on the hunt for a Teflon free toaster oven under $100, eh? Well, you have come to the right place! I tackled the Amazon jungle and came up with not one, not two, but THREE Teflon free toaster ovens under $100. I hope one of these cheap(ish) toaster ovens will suit your purpose! […]
Let’s begin with a simple economics principle. Don’t exit or fall asleep! This will be quick, I promise! The Law of Demand states: All things being equal, as the price of a good increases, demand decreases; conversely as the price of a good decreases, demand increases. This is true for all types of goods and […]
They are safer for the user and consequently those who dwell in the home. Truly natural products (those that have been verified by a third-party organization) are free from harmful chemicals or at least adhere to strict guidelines set by a third-party organization that can cause skin irritations and breathing issues among other unfavourable side effects. […]
Here are 30 sustainable YouTube channels you should check out when you just don’t feel like reading blogs. Why not give your eyes a break from reading and enjoy some youtube videos instead. That way you still learn AND get to watch videos! It’s win-win! Youtube has a great selection of sustainable YouTubers with great […]
In a daily struggle to ingest the recommended 8 cups of water, my mom carries around a tumbler with a plastic straw everywhere she goes. This is not a bad habit by any means, drink up mom! However, it could be a touch greener by using a stainless steel straw instead of a disposable plastic […]
Unfortunately the picture above is a common sight. It’s almost impossible to go out for a walk around town and not spot a discarded paper cup on the ground. In fact, I took this picture when I was at the beach this morning (in February!). Can you imagine how many disposable cups will be on […]
Your Guide To Environmentally Friendly Interdental Brushes
Are you an avid flosser but not sure you’re getting all the food out from between your teeth? Try environmentally friendly interdental brushes instead. They actually ‘brush’ in between your teeth, effectively removing plaque better than regular dental floss. What are interdental brushes? Interdental brushes are small brushes specifically designed to clean between your teeth. […]