We all know honey is delicious – no wonder it’s a common feature in almost any pantry. According to the National Honey Board, the average American consumes 1.51 pounds per year. Honey has been used for centuries and is still revered today for its delicious flavor, but also for its health and medicinal benefits. Let’s look at some of the benefits of honey and discover some of the best organic honey.
Read MorePurses are a practical everyday accessory and can be a fashion statement. So it’s a good idea to include purses in the process of living a more sustainable lifestyle. While the most sustainable choice is to use the eco-friendly bag in your closet, if you're looking for a new purse this guide features some incredible options.
Read MoreAs a small business owner it's important to make as many sustainable choices as you can to reduce your environmental impact. One easy way you can do this is by switching to eco-friendly business cards! Business cards are an important way to spread the word about your business. Let's explore some sustainable materials to look for and some eco-friendly business card brands.
Read MoreLet's discuss what to look for when picking out the best dog treats, what harmful ingredients to avoid, and some organic dog treat brands that are a great option.
Read MoreAfter a meal, once the leftovers have been scraped off it's time to turn on your sink to clean those dirty dishes, squeeze in dish soap, then plunge your hands into the warm, soapy water to wash your dishes and get them sparkling clean. While the dishes come out clean, the opposite may be true of your body and the environment. Let's explore some of the ingredients found in regular dish soap, learn about the sustainability of these products, and meet some of the best dish soap brands if you're looking for a cleaner option.
Read MoreHouse plants are not just an inexpensive way to jazz up your space, they serve a practical purpose and can enhance your life. Studies show their mere presence can improve concentration and productivity, reduce stress levels and boost your mood. House plants also act as air purifiers and are able to eliminate toxins while releasing oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide at the same time.
Read MoreMen's shoes are a great way for guys to get excited about sustainable style. This guide will explore what to look for when shopping for eco-friendly shoes and a few amazing sustainable shoe brands for men.
Read MoreLet’s dig in into the origins of this highly coveted tea, how to find high quality green tea, and meet some of the best green tea brands to try.
Read MoreDue to some intolerances and inflammation issues I’ve been eating a grain free diet for about a year. My diet is pretty similar to the keto diet, so I was excited to learn Green Chef has keto meal kits. Here is my honest review and a discount code at the end of the box if you decide you'd like to try Green Chef's organic meal kit delivery services.
Read MoreT-shirts are a staple of everyone's wardrobe. One of the most comfortable and popular t-shirts on the market are cotton. Let's explore the sustainability of organic cotton tees vs conventional and learn about some brands building a better future for the apparel industry through organic apparel.
Read MoreAlthough most of us are pretty careful about what we put inside our bodies, we don’t pay much attention to what we put on our bodies. One such thing which most of us have probably never given a second thought about are dyes in our clothing. Those coloring agents which lend your clothes those vibrant colors? Most of them are probably not very good for you or the environment. Let's see why.
Read MoreClimate change can be incredibly overwhelming when we think about how each activity we do has an impact. All products and energy consumers use have a carbon footprint. With the shirt you just bought, there are greenhouse gas emissions associated with growing the fabric, transporting it and transforming it into a shirt. However, there are ways to compensate for this. With carbon offsetting, you can put back that same quantity of carbon you emitted back into the ecosystem again, almost like a negative emission!
Read MoreIn recent years we have seen vegan leather become a topic of conversation in the sustainable fashion industry. Let's explore the sustainability of natural vegan leather, regular leather, and plastic based alternatives based on the various manufacturing processes.
Read MoreOne of the main components of a minimalistic bedroom is picking out a minimal bed frames. Bed frames are a great way to show your clean and sleek style while featuring an essential furniture item. Since there are so many different styles finding a minimal design that is the perfect fit for your room can seem overwhelming. However, we are here to help you out with everything you need to know about finding modern bed frames with minimalist design and made with sustainable materials.
Read MoreWith the rise of sustainable fashion we’ve seen quite brands use semi-synthetic fabrics be used to create eco-friendly clothing. A few popular fabrics you might have heard of include TENCEL Modal and Lyocell. Let’s explore the sustainability of these fibers and how they are made.
Read MoreAs someone with dietary restrictions, it’s always interesting to try subscription boxes. I’ve been a paying HelloFresh subscription member for about four months now and really love what they have to offer. This guide is going to share how I make my HelloFresh meals more keto-friendly.
Read MoreJeans are a classic staple of American’s wardrobe. These timeless pants are great for everyday wear and can occasionally be dressed up and worn to a wide range of events. While jeans are great for practicality, have you ever stopped to consider how jeans are made? Let's explore the sustainability of denim and meet some brands that are crafting jeans from organic materials.
Read MoreLet's explore upcycling, recycling materials, and some sustainable sweater brands using eco-friendly materials.
Read MoreAn average person in America uses 11 bottles of shampoo a year. This adds up a sizeable amount of plastic to household waste produced in a year for a family. It takes an average of 70 to 450 years for a plastic bottle to degrade. This means that every shampoo bottle that you’ve gone through in your lifetime is still lying intact in a landfill somewhere in the world. The solution then lies in using other products that function the same way as shampoo but come in different packaging and have safer ingredients. The most obvious choice amongst these alternatives is shampoo bars.
Read MoreAs environmental awareness has been heightening amongst people these days, there have been new eco-friendly terms and trends going around every once in a while. One such term that people have been discussing recently is upcycling. Often confused with recycling, this term is gaining popularity especially amongst designers and those who like to shop for eco-friendly products. So what really is upcycling? And how different is it from recycling?
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