Tag Archives: "BPA"
Toxic Talk: How to Choose Safe Plastics
Seems we’re surrounded by plastics everywhere, doesn’t it? From plastic cups to baby utensils to containers for personal care products, most of us would be hard pressed to get plastic completely out of our lives. Fortunately, we don’t have to. The truth is that according to scientific research, some plastics are safer than others. After […]
Foods to Limit or Avoid: 6 That May Contain Carcinogens
With all the talk about the bad-for-you ingredients in foods, you may be wondering what’s just iffy (like that donut in the morning) and what’s really bad. Are there any foods that could be setting you up for disease in the future? Though science can’t yet tell us if eating hot dogs increases the risk […]
10 Toxins to Avoid in Food
You may already be aware of some of the less-than-desirable ingredients that sometimes show up in our foods, like certain preservatives, high fructose corn syrup, and trans fats. Have you started checking out the ingredient labels for these items? If not, be sure to take my “Ingredients to Avoid” list with you when you shop. […]
12 Favorite Safe and Non-Toxic Holiday Picks: The Perfect Gifts Without the Chemicals
Holiday shopping can be a lot of fun, but sometimes it can be stressful, too, especially if you don’t know what to get someone. Don’t worry-I’ve got some great recommendations for you here. These are all things you can feel good about purchasing for anyone, because they’re safe, non-toxic, and likely to help your friend […]
