Very simple step to reduce plastic waste is switching to a reusable bottle. It not only saves an environment but money too! Do you know, that bottled water costs at least a thousand times more than what runs from our taps? Furthermore, bottled water is less regulated than the water that runs from our taps? Why…
Knowing that many of the chemicals found in deodorants are toxic carcinogens and may cause major health problems made me look for alternatives. I already blogged about natural deodorants for women, such as Hippy Paste and Salt of the Earth. When the founder of Alluvian, John Cowan contacted me about trying out his products I happily agreed, as my…
Every birthday party is an exciting occasion for your child – mine was counting days! Is it difficult to throw an eco-friendly but fun party? No, it’s not. The principles behind eco-parties are the same as those that underpin all green living—we want as much as possible to be simple, sustainable, local and eco-friendly. Here…
Do you often enjoy family meals together? Eating dinner together as a family provides the opportunity for conversation. Family therapeutists recognize the importance of dining together. Because gathering together around the table provides food not only for our body but mind too. The sense of togetherness provided by family meals helps nurture children into healthy, well-rounded…
Go Bamboo is the environmentally concerned New Zealand company that is serious about keeping plastic out from landfills. They started with the toothbrush and then expanded the range to include other household items like pegs, veggie brushes, and cotton buds, and are constantly on the lookout for opportunities to provide simple and sustainable alternatives to the little…