When you start to take your water quality seriously, you'll end up wanting to use a water filter it because most water districts have at least some contaminants above the public health goal. That doesn't necessarily mean anything illegal is happening, but it means you could be putting some family members at risk if they have a sensitive …
Best & Worst Ceramic Cookware in 2020
Ceramic cookware is mega-popular. After consumers got wind that per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) coatings like Teflon were not safe in cookware, ceramic cookware became more advantageous and demand increased. But this increase in demand for ceramic cookware has also created an industry that is unresponsive and less transparent to …
Vanlife: 5 Sustainable and Non-Toxic Features
What's it like to forgo living in a house or apartment and instead live in a van? People across the United States are doing for several reasons like to save money, enjoy traveling, and be able to pick up and move when they please. But there are some couples, like Ashlee Rowland and her husband who are also ensuring their lifestyle is more …
25 Ways Apple Cider Vinegar Will Change Your Life
Apple cider vinegar is incredibly versatile and these 25 uses for it will change your life. Sign up for our weekly newsletter for tips on how to select non-toxic products! Did you know that It's been used as a healing elixir since 400 B.C.? Vinegar was used by the father of modern medicine, Hippocrates - he prescribed it for up to 17 …
Best Organic & NonGMO Candy to Hand Out During Halloween 2019
Halloween is rapidly approaching and with the dancing skeletons, scary movies, and awesome decorations. But sometimes when it comes to the candy, which is a staple for kids, its a logistical nightmare for parents. With ever-increasing health epidemics of children, it can be hard to find as much joy in a bag of candy as you did when you were a kid. …
Could Widespread Glyphosate Contamination Be Fueling New Pea Allergy?
A pea protein allergy is rising in the United States and some experts are saying it could be linked to the rise in glyphosate in pea protein in food. Disappointing organic lab reporting showing adulterated ingredients have shaken consumer confidence in organic standards, but the rabbit hole goes a little further. You've trusted Mamavation to cover …
Oat Cereals & Granola Bar Product Investigation: Glyphosate Pesticide Levels in Popular Foods
Glyphosate is in the news yet again as the Environmental Working Group releases a study on everyday food products like oat cereals and granola bars that contain dangerous levels of the herbicide glyphosate. And with all the bad press on this dangerous chemical, it seems more people are heeding our indelible warnings. We're seeing all sorts of new …
Safer Pest Control: Toxic vs. Non-toxic Insect Repellant Brands Around Children
When the heat comes, so do the bugs. Summer fun can bring insects that love to bug you indoors and outdoors. But before you go head out to find a pesticide to deal with the situation, take a look at our latest product investigation on pest control. Most conventional pesticides are problematic because they contain hormone-disrupting chemicals that …
“Grab & Go” Food Investigation: Breaking Down Meal Replacement and Protein Bars
Do you eat protein bars? They can get addicting. Stash a bar at your desk, slip one into your purse, or have one handy in your gym bag for after your workout. Sometimes protein bars can be filled with filled with sugar and regret, while other times they are good in a pinch. But how to make sure your choice isn’t any better than that homemade …
“Grab & Go” Food Investigation: Breaking Down Meal Replacement and Protein Bars
Do you eat protein bars? They can get addicting. Stash a bar at your desk, slip one into your purse, or have one handy in your gym bag for after your workout. Sometimes protein bars can be filled with filled with sugar and regret, while other times they are good in a pinch. But how to make sure your choice isn’t any better than that …
Green Enough Facebook Party March 6th
We are living in a day and age where it's imperative to pay attention to what is going on around us. Not only within our homes and communities, but online as well. But life is just crazy, right? And when you don't have enough time to keep up with it all, it's important to have some people to rely on that can assist you in creating awesome. …
How to Make Your Kids Enjoy Gardening Even in Winter
Gardening in the winter with kids is both fun and educational. They get to witness the natural growth of plants while also learning their importance. It’s easy to imagine hanging out with your kids in the garden when the sun is up during the spring and summer seasons. Still, what about the winter season? Yes, it is a cold season and is not the best …
