Tag: Featured Living
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10 Simple Rules to Skip Toxic Skin Care
By Deborah Burnes Paper or plastic?” This simple question at the check-out has left me paralyzed. Now that we can bring our own, the debate is over. However, it is just starting in the personal care industry. What should you avoid; what is toxic; how does it affect your health and the planet’s health; do…
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Valentine’s Day: Go Green, From Dinner to Ringtones
Bursting with love for a special someone, but don’t want to give in to the marketing surrounding Valentine’s Day and all the disposal gifts that go along with it? Or looking for a unique, nature-inspired way to express your feelings? Then check out some of these tips. Dinner for two Thinking of a romantic dinner…
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The Skinny on Children and Toxic Turf
By Joan Spoerl Over the last two decades, I’ve worked as an early childhood educator and as a volunteer advocating for policies and practices that support the well-being of all children. To my mind, children’s well-being is inextricably linked to public health and environmental issues so I’ve accumulated a bit of information about these and…
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Girls Impact the World Film Festival
I received an email from Sarah Khan, a 15-year-old working to raise awareness about environmental issues affecting girls in Pakistan. She asked me if I could help promote the film she recently submitted to the Girls Impact the World Film Festival. Having never heard of the Girls Impact the World (GITW) Film Festival, I quickly…
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6 Superpower Foods for Healthy Teeth and Gums
By Sayward Rebhal We all know that oral care is important, and holistic oral care goes way beyond brushing and flossing. With alternative therapies such as oil pulling, and homemade solutions such as herbal mouthwash, there’s a lot you can do to ensure your smile stays beautiful and bright. But don’t overlook the powerful purification properties of…