Avoiding PFAS And Other Synthetic Chemicals In Our Food
PFASs are synthetic chemicals of various formulations (PFCs, PFOA, PFOS and GenX, among others) that are used widely for moisture and stain resistance.
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Mineral-Based Sunscreens: Better for the Environment, Human Health
Mineral-based sunscreens are better for the environment and our personal health, but can be harder to find and more expensive than their traditional counterparts.
Avoiding BPA Exposure: Not So Easy Anymore
A good old can of soup might not be as good for you as you would expect, given the toxic chemicals in the lining of the can itself. Experts say to fresh foods are always the safest way to go.
Cleaner Indoor Air Quality Can Help You Sleep Better
Good indoor air quality is key to a good night’s sleep and overall healthy living, so do what you can reduce off-gassing furniture and paint and get your HVAC vents cleaned…
Why is Hawaii “ground zero” in the fight against genetically engineered crops?
Hawaii has become ground zero for testing and trials of genetically engineered crops, and environmentalists worry about the implications for ecosystems throughout the islands and beyond…