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What’s all the Buzz about My Plastic Bottle?
Recently there has been much discussion about the safety of
drinking water. Concerns about tap water, bottled water, and reusable plastic
bottles can be overwhelming. The main issue concerning plastic bottles is the
leaching of the chemical bisphenol-A (BPA) which is used in the manufacturing
of polycarbonate, the hard clear plastic that is characteristic of many water
bottles. It is used to make household goods because of its characteristics: it
is very durable, moldable, and has good temperature resistance. Almost all
Live Non-Toxic in Your Home
Health is more than just the absence of disease; rather, it is
a state of physical, mental and social well-being. We use the term health to
describe anything from the physical state of our body to that of our soil. More
and more studies and stories appear in the media, on the internet, and in
research journals about the negative effects of chemicals on our body and our
health-from chemicals in plastic water bottles and food storage containers to
certain children's toys, or toxins in our own backyard soil.
Rather than ignore the information and pretend to live
Myths & Truths
Doesn't the symbol on the bottom of my plastic mean it's recyclable?
Are Compostable Products the Answer?
Compostable (sometimes called biodegradable) cups, plates, and
utensils are emerging on the market as an alternative to disposable plastic
items. Most are made from corn, sugarcane, or other plant material. You see
them at events; restaurants, coffee shops and co-ops are offering compostable
to-go containers; and you can even buy them in stores for use at picnics and
parties.
Raising an Organic Baby on a Budget
Every decision we make can impact the air, soil, water and our health. If there is one time when these decisions have heightened awareness, it is when people are about to have a baby. People are more motivated to make changes in their life both for their own health as well as for their children. According to the World Health Organization, children’s cancer rates are on the rise, childhood asthma incidence has doubled and learning disorders continue to increase, making it imperative that parents limit exposure to household toxins before and after their children arrive.
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