BPA-Free
Baby Bottles: What You Need to Know
As a parent of young children, it seems as though every time I turn on
the news or pick up a paper, there's something new to worry about. Now
it seems researchers are linking BPA to everything from ADHD to cancer.
Meanwhile, more than 95 percent of the bottles currently on the market
contain the chemical, which can leech into the contents of the bottle
and into a child's digestive system. Do you need to be concerned about
BPA - and what can you do to protect your baby's health?
What
is Fair Trade?
Fair Trade is a new buzzword that a lot of people hear, but few
understand. The fact is, you can make a difference with your purchasing
power. One of the first steps is to learn how fair trade impacts the
global marketplace.
Shop Fair Trade Certified Flowers and Organic Gifts
What is Fair Trade Certified? Fair Trade Certified™ products directly support a better life
for farmers and farm workers in the developing world through fair
prices, community development and environmental stewardship. Through
Fair Trade, small farmer organizations market their own harvests through
direct, long-term contracts with international buyers, learn how to
manage their businesses and compete in the global marketplace.
Eco-Friendly
Ideas for the Office
Read eco-friendly and green ideas for the office, plus
savings and promotions from ecofriendly office suppliers.
Eating Strategically to Save the Planet
"By eating strategically, we can reclaim our streams, our food, and our
future. Here’s my take on the top five organic food choices a pregnant
woman can make for the sake of her baby and the health of the planet."by
Dr. Alan Greene, author of
Raising Baby Green.
Feeding
Your Green Baby
Making your own organic baby food is a great gift to give the
environment and your baby. Here are some tips to creating healthy
homemade meals for baby.
Interview Questions for a Pediatrician
Knowing what questions to ask can help you find the right pediatrician
for your family. Dr. Alan Greene, author of
Raising Baby Green, gives some questions you may want to ask to
gauge physicians’ thoughts on things green.
Read more about PeaceKeeper Cause-Metics, the first
cosmetics line to donate all of its after-tax distributable profits to
women's health advocacy and human rights issues.
Go Green with Eco-Friendly Clothing at SierraTradingPost.com!
Sierra Trading Post understands that when protecting the environment your choice matters. Shop for eco-conscience products made of materials such as organic cotton, soy fiber, and bamboo to make a positive impact on the planet.strong>
Natural Anti-Inflammatories
Are there any foods that help alleviate muscle stiffness, aches, and
pains? Clinical nutritionist and author Kymythy Schultze gives us some
ideas for natural anti-inflammatories.
Healthy Meals (and Snacks) for Kids
It can be tough to feed kids, especially if they are finicky. Here are
some creative tips to help you make sure your kids get a dose of
nutrition in each meal.
Green Remodeling: What Makes a Room Green?
Every change you make in the green direction is a positive step, so
whether you make one small change or redo the entire room “green,”
you’re contributing to the green movement and giving your child a
healthier home.
Here, six characteristics of an ecofriendly room.
Stop Junk Mail
Eight things you can do today to dramatically reduce the amount of junk
mail you receive. Mother Earth will thank you.
Ten Natural Beauty Recipes
From the Beach Sand Foot Rub to the Homemade Lotion and Soothing
Apricot-Almond Body Scrub, these ten natural beauty recipes are as
simple as they are luxurious.
Budget Organics
Many of us would love to go "all organic" with their food choices, but
that can be a pricey proposition. Here's how to prioritize your organic
food purchase.
More Organic Living Features:
Fresh Baby Food On-the-Go
Families are always on the go, whether it’s off to daycare everyday or
to visit friends and family once in a while. Here are some strategies to
help you prepare for your baby’s meals on the go.
Momscape's Herb Guide Don't know your evening primrose from your echinachea? Here's a
short course in 10 of the most popular herbs and essential oils.
Fun Snacks for Kids
How do you keep snacks exciting and fun? Here are ten healthy and fun
ideas.
How to Get Kids to Eat Vegetables: 6 Easy Tips
Here's a common struggle that most moms face at one time or another:
getting kids to eat vegetables. Here are some fun and easy ways to get
your kids to eat their veggies.
How Many Calories to Lose Weight?
How to ensure adequate nutrition without inviting deprivation. Here's
how to calculate your daily caloric needs for weight loss.
Organic Fair Trade Coffee
The concepts of Organic and Fair Trade are very important to building
(rebuilding) a sustainable society. The good news is that the
certifications are not mutually exclusive and actually complement each
other nicely.
Organic Eating - Why bother?
by Heather Dominick
The modern denaturing of foods through massive refining and chemical
treatment deeply affects their energy qualities, making them devoid of
the exact boost that we should be getting from our food. Here, top five
reasons to shop and eat organic foods.
What is Organic Food?
by Jeremy Pickle
In the United States, all farms or products claiming to be "certified
organic" must be guaranteed by a USDA-approved independent agency to be
meeting these guidelines.
What is Organic Farming?
by Jeremy Pickle
Organic farming is the production of food using all natural methods -
avoiding all synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms. Its
core philosophy is that of sustainability or 'zero impact'. The organic
farmer seeks to leave the earth in its' natural state after the
harvest...
What is Sustainable Coffee - and how does it affect my Wake Cup?
by Mike Valentine
Confusion over marketing terms in Gourmet Coffee is discussed in this
review of sustainable coffee and its variants, including "Fair Trade",
"Organic", "Eco-Friendly", "Shade-Grown" and "Certified Sustainable."
Ecological Landscape Design and Organic Lawn Care
by Chip Phelan
There is a growing recognition, that the expanding suburban landscape is
having a negative environmental impact. Trends toward ecological
landscaping and organic lawn care are lessening the detrimental effects
of these designs. Many landscape designers are recommending native plant
species, and even golf course managers are moving toward organic
methods.