Did you know that the average American uses nearly 21,000 sheets of toilet paper a year—roughly the length of 23 football fields? That’s a crazy amount of toilet paper! Years ago I made the switch to recycled toilet paper. After trying out several brands and scouring the internet for the best pricing, I found recycled toilet…
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Buyer Beware: BPA Could Still Be Lurking in Your Canned Food
Do you eat canned foods? A recent survey found that over half of American families eat canned fruit, vegetables, beans, soups, or meat/fish. About 40% of Americans use canned milk. If you are one of the millions of Americans who eat canned foods there’s a good chance that you are still being exposed to the toxic…
It’s Time to Ditch Your Reusable Plastic Water Bottle
It’s time! Line up your reusable plastic water bottles and please (pretty please) STOP using them. I’ve been secretly cringing for years when I see someone drinking from a brightly colored, BPA-free reusable plastic water bottle. Reusable plastic water bottles are a dime a dozen at my gym, sit alongside yoga mats in my yoga studio…
Is BPA In Your Food Cans? New Report Says Yes!
There’s some bad news for those of us who thought BPA was a thing of the past. A new report released today tested nearly 200 food can linings for the toxic chemical, Bisphenol A (BPA) and found that two out of three cans tested have the chemical in the lining. The report took a look at…
6 Things in Your Home that Could Cause Cancer
A person is more likely to die from heart disease than cancer, but cancer is closing in quickly and could take the lead. According to a recent New York Times article, the most encouraging gains in the war against cancer come from taking steps to prevent this disease. We all know that not all cancers are preventable,…
Why You Should Never Put Plastic in the Dishwasher
Have you ever accidentally opened your dishwasher in the middle of a cycle? It’s like an instant facial. The steam and heat emitted are enough to make you jump back and close the door quickly. The water is hot so your dishes are cleaned with minimal elbow grease. Did you know the water must be at least 120 degrees Fahrenheit…
Softcup Menstrual Cup Review
Disclaimer: This post was created in partnership with Softcup. I did receive compensation. All opinions are my own. Softcup has come in and out of my life over the past few years and I have to admit that I’m glad it’s back again. Softcup is a menstrual cup. Never heard of a menstrual cup? Softcup is a…