For those of you still using agave as a sugar substitute, I have some bad news. But before I break the news to you, I have a confession: I still use agave. It’s in my ketchup and probably a few other places in my kitchen. I fell for the hype, and I know I’m not…
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Sports Drinks and the Message We’re Sending Our Kids
Back to school means back to sports for many families across the country. Along with sports comes sports drinks. With bright and enticing colors, they’ve become the go-to drink for players of every sport. Who can blame a budding athlete? Sports drinks are marketed as a way for athletes to” re-fuel” during a game or competition. They…
Air Purifier Review: Alen BreatheSmart FIT50
With winter almost knocking on our door I can’t help but think about how all the windows and doors in my home will soon be sealed tightly to keep the cool air out and the warm air in. Along with the cool temps and sealed up homes comes a big concern: indoor air pollution. We generally think…
The Truth About Candy Sold in America
Wondering why the candy in America might seem just a bit brighter in color than it’s sweet cousin in Europe? The answer might surprise you. Many candy companies in the US use artificial food coloring for the candy they sell and distribute in the United States, but that same candy sold in Europe gets its…
Mudderella Boston: A Mud Run Gone Wrong
Back in March a friend convinced me to sign up for Mudderella Boston. It was a hard sell, but I decided to give it a try. A Mudderella race is a 5-7 mile, muddy obstacle course. Sounds like fun, doesn’t it? I’ve been hearing for years about Tough Mudders and this seemed like a simple way…
Mom Detective Asks: Is BPA Lurking in Your Fleece?
This piece was originally published over at Moms Clean Air Force. When my oldest son was born he was showered with all sorts of wonderful gifts from friends and family. One of our favorite presents was a bright red fleece blanket with his name monogrammed in big white letters on one of the corners. This…
Heading Back-to-School With a Little Lunchbox Love
Picking out a back-to-school lunch box is underway for many families. Once the lunch box has been selected the next natural step is figuring out what goes inside. There are countless options for reusable containers, reusable napkins and water bottles. There’s one more item to add to that lunch box to make it complete: Lunchbox Love note…
