Non-Toxic Solutions

Shopping for baby products at Costco can seem like a great way to save money, especially when you’re going through diapers, wipes, and formula faster than you can keep track of. But buying in bulk doesn’t automatically mean you’re getting the cleanest ingredients or safest materials for your baby. Some popular products contain plastic materials,…

A kid’s bedroom is where sleep, play, and screen time all come together. But between furniture, bedding, electronics, toys, and cleaning products, there are plenty of everyday items that deserve a closer look. Some can introduce unnecessary chemical exposures, while others can interfere with a healthy sleep environment. When I’m building a non-toxic kids’ bedroom,…

Grab an extra box of baking soda next time you’re at the store, because baking is honestly one of the least interesting things it can do. This inexpensive pantry staple has been used for generations, and its chemistry makes it useful for much more than helping cookies rise. From supporting certain high-intensity workouts to relieving…

A quick grocery run can turn into a lot of label reading when you’re trying to make more thoughtful choices about what comes home with you. Some popular snacks and convenience foods contain artificial colors, additives, or ingredients worth a closer look. Here are three Target grocery items I’d leave on the shelf, and the…

Hugging a tree barefoot might look a little out there, but there’s fascinating science behind reconnecting with the Earth. Grounding, also called earthing, is the practice of making direct physical contact with the Earth’s surface, whether you’re walking barefoot on grass, standing on the sand, or spending a few quiet minutes with your feet on…

A cup of tea seems pretty simple: hot water, tea leaves, and a few minutes to let everything steep. But have you ever stopped to think about what your tea bag is made of? Some tea bags contain plastic fibers or plastic components that can release microplastics and nanoplastics when exposed to hot water. That…

Halloween is the time of year when chocolate seems to be everywhere, from trick-or-treat bags and party bowls to the seasonal treats lining grocery store shelves. If you’re someone who reaches for dark chocolate because it contains less sugar than many milk chocolate options, there’s another detail worth knowing before you stock up. Some chocolate…

I recently compared four organic coffees at Costco, and the one I chose wasn’t the brand I expected. It was also the cheapest bag on the shelf, which made the decision even easier. When I’m shopping for my family, I look beyond the word “organic” on the front of the package. I want to know…

Halloween is full of things worth looking at a little more closely, from face paint and costumes to the candy that comes home at the end of the night. The good news? You don’t have to skip trick-or-treating, cancel the party, or turn a favorite holiday into a list of rules to make more thoughtful…