Health
Five Reasons Not to Drink Bottled Water
Bottled water is healthy water, right? In fact, most bottled water actually comes from a tap. And there nothing healthy about plastic waste.
11May2008 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
Dump Diacetyl by Making Your Own Microwave Popcorn
Workers in some popcorn factories may be developing lung ailments from the additive diacetyl. Here’s how to make diacetyl-free microwave popcorn at home.
10Sep2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
Switch from Detergents to Natural Soap
Natural soap is one of the world’s least expensive luxuries. If you’re ready to leave chemical detergents behind, there are a world of healthy alternatives.
31Jul2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
Five Unusual Ways to Stay Cool
Staying cool during the summer needn’t mean running the air conditioner all day long. Here are five ways to beat the heat you may not have considered.
13Jul2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
How to Start with Green Personal Care
Green personal care starts with healthy, natural ingredients. With a little planning, you can choose products free of hash chemicals, dyes, and things that are bad for both you and the Earth.
4Jul2007 | Cassie Walker | | Continued
The Easy Way to Give Up Meat
Really want to help the environment? Consider cutting back on the amount of meat you consume — or go vegetarian altogether. Here’s how.
25May2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
Make the Switch to a Natural Deodorant
No, there’s not a firm link between aluminum-based deodorants and cancer. But if you’re trying to reduce your family’s chemical exposure, consider natural deodorants.
15May2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued
Tell Mosquitoes to Buzz Off (Without Pesticides)
Summer mean another chapter in the war against mosquitoes. But don’t automatically reach for that spray can. See if these natural insect control methods will work for you.
10May2007 | Chris Baskind | | Continued