The Truth Behind Teflon Cooking Pans & Your Health
The secret to a healthy lifestyle is not just to be mindful of what you eat in terms of it non-GMO or organic foods. It is also to recognize that our pans may be emitting toxins that are harmful to our health, causing further detriment. Since the early 1960s, non-stick cookware, especially Teflon cooking pans, […]
What “Green Education” Means in 2023
When it comes to making a home, business or other institution “greener,” knowing where to start is often the greatest hurdle. Indeed, the word “green” can have many meanings, and is mainly an umbrella term to describe just about any initiative developed with the environment in mind. The challenge, then, is to zero in on […]
Effects of Glyphosate In Our Food System
Glyphosate, a herbicide commonly used in agriculture, has become a contentious topic in recent years. Originally introduced by Monsanto in 1974, glyphosate quickly became the most widely used herbicide in the world due to its effectiveness in killing weeds. However, the glyphosate story is not a simple one. While it was introduced as a boon […]
Exposing the Deception of Greenwashing
Did you know that some companies use a sneaky tactic called greenwashing to make use of exaggerated or misleading claims about their environmental practices? Yes, it’s pretty shady. They throw around terms like “sustainable,” “eco-friendly,” or “green” without actually providing any clear definition for those terms or credible certifications to back them up. Example Case: […]
Top Tips to Live a Zero Waste Lifestyle in Everyday Life
When it comes to addressing climate change or crisis, it is necessary to make climate cautious decisions without losing focus on the institutional changes that are necessary to reach lofty climate targets. The average person in America produces 700,000 tonnes of trash. In Canada alone, 33.4 million tonnes of waste ends up in landfills yearly […]
Toxic Chemicals to Avoid in Skincare Products
Health and well-being are important for everyone, regardless of your age. From supplements to providing vitamin C to eating nutritious, organic meals, these are all ways we can increase our longevity and lead a healthy lifestyle preventing diseases. However, chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in unlikely places like makeup and skincare […]
Up-And-Coming Eco-Friendly Materials
Breaking news: it’s 2023! And in case you didn’t know, that means that we can only expect more innovation, more creativity, and even more focus on sustainability. When it comes to eco-friendly materials, we’ve probably all heard of a few: the latest recyclable plastic or maybe a slick new compostable paper. But today, we’re here […]
Valentine’s Day Eco-Friendly Gift Guide For Loved Ones
February love is in the air! It’s time for the valentine, whether you are in a romantic relationship or not, Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to show appreciation for the people in your life. Why not make this special day by showing and including our love for Mother Earth? Make your love affair a […]
Why Small Businesses Should Transition Towards Sustainability
Over the last 5 years, countless new businesses have sprung up. They mainly come from full-time entrepreneurs and those who have started side hustles. According to First Site Guide, there has been 75,056 new businesses in the U.S. alone. While many new business owners invest in resources for their operations, few are adopting sustainable practices. […]
How Drinking Water Each Morning Benefits You
Drinking a glass of water each morning benefits you in many ways. Water does more than just quench your thirst. It is a vital and essential part to maintain bodily function from the respiratory system to the excretion system. Our body is made up of 60% of water. On average, we lose about 12 cups […]
