Tuna is one of those staples of childhood. How many hundreds of tuna sandwiches did you eat when you were a kid? But a study just recently came out testing tuna from all over the world. The results were precautionary for certain parts of the world, while others were far safer. Would you like to know which tuna is safest for your family? Keep …
Helicopter Mom or Mental Health Problem?
Are you a helicopter mom? Some of us struggle with this question because we don't want to limit the opportunities of our children with our own behavior. I know I've done things that are borderline. With two disabled daughters, it’s easy to see me hovering in the background too much of the time. But as my more responsible daughter heads to high …
Green Enough: Eat Better, Live Cleaner, Be Happier Book–Order Today!
Are you looking for help detoxifying your home and protecting your family from harmful chemicals? It's not an easy task. Trust me, I know from years of trial and error. But it is entirely possible to do without driving your family bats*t crazy. And I have some very exciting news for you if you are wanting help! For the past two years, I've …
5 Greener Ways To Save Money on Kids Clothes
When your children are growing at an incredible rate, finding frugal and greener ways to dress them can be challenging and overwhelming. Not only are their bodies growing out of clothing and shoes by the second, it's expensive. As a parent, it’s truly a joy to see your children coming into their own, discovering their passions and enjoying just …
Purify The Air Inside Your Home Using The Same Plants NASA Recommends
Most Americans spend 90 percent of their time indoors. Assuming you spend 90 percent of your time indoors, ensuring the air inside your home is clean and safe to breathe would be important to you health. So the question is, how clean is the air you breathe inside your home? Most people associate outdoors with dirtier polluted air, but the reality …
Hey Guys–Major Decline in Sperm Counts Linked to Chemicals You May Want to Know About
A new review of hundreds of studies has pinpointed a ‘canary in a coal mine’ that not only affects men's health today, but also future generations of humans and our ability to create them. The results of the study are alarming. Sperm counts are declining rapidly, and there is no indication that it will slow down. We've already covered how some …
Second Largest Grocery Store in U.S. Received “F” Rating For Not Protecting Customers From Toxins
Albertsons, the second largest grocery store chain in the United States, received an "F" rating on protecting their customers from toxic chemicals and having a safer chemicals policy. This means Albertsons and affiliated companies are doing a really poor job of protecting the public. Not only did they fail, but some of their private label products …
Lab Tests Found a Chemical That May Prevent You From Having Grandkids in This Popular Food Product
Fertility issues are no laughing matter. According to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in about 10 American couples struggle with infertility. This may not be a problem for you now, but just wait until you try to conceive OR want to have grandkids. Even if you are done having kids, the fertility of your children will all of a sudden become very …
200 Experts Agree The Chemical In This Toothpaste Is Toxic But We Have Better Alternatives
There’s a toxic ingredient in one of the most popular toothpaste brands on the market. It’s already been banned in other products here in the U.S., yet you could still be ingesting it each time you brush your teeth! And this brand of toothpaste is so popular, it used to be my preferred brand before I started looking into chemicals in personal …
Trouble for Monsanto: Official Carcinogenic Listing in California Marks Milestone in Glyphosate Debate
Post Originally Published on Environmental Health News. Written by Carey Gillam, a veteran journalist who specializes in coverage of food, agriculture and environmental issues. Carey is currently the Research Director at U.S. Right to Know. California’s official listing today of the world’s most widely used weed killer as a known carcinogen marks …
Protection From the Sun: 20 Safest Sunscreens for Your Family This Summer
In the summer, families take advantage of warm weather and longer days to hike, swim, travel and play outdoors. All of that extra time outside creates a risk for exposed skin to get sun damage. This issue is especially important to children who are so much more vulnerable to everyday risks. Sunscreen is important for everyday use in the summer and …
Chemicals and Canines: What you Need to Know About Dogs, Pesticides, and Cancer
When it's warm, dog owners are outside more. Summer for pet owners means time outside in the yard beyond the occasional potty break. Long, warm afternoons and evenings mean throwing the ball for your dog and going on long walks in the neighborhood. But the potential toxins that your dog can be exposed to through those walks can result in cancer not …