My Favorite Eco-Friendly Baby Brands and Products
Now that I am 33 weeks and coming down the home stretch I feel truly blessed that the bubs has so many people that already care about him so much. Every time More »
3 Smoothie Recipes for weight loss, skin, and health
Since about month 6 of my pregnancy a very strange thing started happening to me, I started to trade in my salty tooth for my citrus tooth. I eat roughly 2-3 tangelos More »
Adventure Travel Trend: Volunteer Expeditions
Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime that allows you to give back and get even more in return? Whether you want to work to conserve endangered species or help More »
Healthy Eating Part 1: Follow the Seasonal Produce Calendar
For the last 5 1/2 months my eating habits have been all over the place. When I first got pregnant, I opted for any food that I could keep down. This consisted More »
Bee Healthier: Honey Remedies ranging from Heart Disease to Hangovers
One of the more exciting perks of being pregnant is that I don’t have to watch my calorie count quite as closely as I usually do. This has led to the occasional More »
A Simple Guide to Sustainable Seafood
Imagine a net the size of several football fields being dragged over your hometown destroying everything in its path. Buildings and structures and lives levelled in a matter of hours. In the More »
Boost your Curb Appeal: Tips for gardening on a budget
In the past few articles I have mentioned what has come to be my pride and joy, my new house. After 5 years of living in downtown San Diego, in a very modern loft apartment, I was delighted to move to
Health and Fitness Gadgets: the new personal trainer
Every year, right around the second week of January, I become a total geek in anticipation of all the new gadgets coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show. This year was no exception with technological advances debuting everything from OLED and
Start a Sustainable Mushroom Garden in your Home
Lately I have been toying with the idea of starting my own little vegetable garden to have fresh produce at my fingertips and save on my monthly grocery bill. I picture myself happily harvesting my bountiful ripe red tomatoes and
Eco-Celebs Dominate Red Carpet at 2013 Golden Globes
This years top contenders for the Golden Globe Awards are a veritable who’s who of eco-activist-actors. Here are a few of my favorite picks for both their stunning performances and their dedication to being stewards of the environment. Anne Hathaway
Save Big on 5 Homemade Household Cleaners
Lately I have been extra sensitive to the smell of all the chemicals in the household cleaners that I am using on a daily basis. I think the transition from apartment living to being a homeowner has made me realize
Eco-Friendly Cosmetic Company Enhances Inner and Outer Beauty
From bubble bath bombs to shampoo bars to liquid eyeliners, LUSH offers a broad spectrum of fantastic cosmetic products that are fresh, handmade and eco-friendly. The company uses all natural organic ingredients that are ethically sourced, sustainable and animal cruelty-free
Resolution to get Healthy: Natural Cleanse Diet Plan
Well, the holidays are over and I for one am very sad to see them go. Not only will I miss the aroma of pine and cheery twinkle lights in my living room, but I will also miss eating whatever
12-year-old “Eco” Erek recycles 4,000 pairs of shoes from landfills
This holiday season I was lucky enough to spend time with three of my nephews, ages ranging from 7 to 12, and was shocked at the ease in which they compute from their iTouch, iPad and other tech devices. After
Boost in funding for Energy Efficiency in CA Schools
With the rising belief of the political media that negative attacks are more effective than positive reinforcement, 2012 was definitely a year defined by mudslinging and smear campaigns. And with the bad news piling up on everything from elementary school
Resolution to Save: Shop in your Closet
After spending the latter part of 2012 on holiday in Utah, I came back to my new home in San Diego feeling a bit overwhelmed at the long list of things I needed in order to get ready for the
Ten Sustainable Resolutions for 2013
1. Shop smart. Make informed choices and get to know the story behind the products that you use. Surround yourself and your loved ones with products that are safe for your health, are ethically made and environmentally friendly. Use resources
Sustainability Achievements of 2012
A look back at some of the big steps taken toward sustainability across the world in 2012. Rio +20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development took place this past June as a follow up to the initial Earth Summit that took
Green Daily Deals: Save 50%-90% on eco-friendly products
These days you can be sure that finding a great deal on the daily items you love is only a few clicks away. Whether you are looking for designer clothes or a family vacation it has never been more convenient
3 Simple DIY Natural Hydrating Face Masks
With the temperature dropping twenty degrees in just a matter of days, my skin feels so dry and tight I fear it might tear. This combined with post-holiday dehydration and sleep deprivation and I am definitely feeling the need to
Greenpeace takes on Toxic Fashion
This was a big year for the crusade to end toxic chemicals that were found in a large sampling of clothing pulled from over 20 large retail brands in April of this year. After tests were conducted on these items
Good Guide app reveals product safety, ethics and eco-impact
The Good Guide: How it Works Do you want to be sure that the products you use at home are not a threat to your health or the health of others? Here is an online resource and an app to
3 Ways to help families of Sandy Hook Elementary Victims
Friday morning, December 14, 2012, a 20 year old gunman at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut took the lives of 26 people in the matter of minutes, 20 of those victims were children ranging from ages 5-10. The final death toll
Save money by Green Gift Giving this Christmas
While scanning my favorite sites and blogs today, I was appalled to read on Planet Green that the EPA reports American families create one million tons of extra waste between Thanksgiving and New Years every year. That is an annual
U.S. seeks to protect 66 coral species under Endangered Species Act
The health and existence of coral reefs worldwide are in danger and recently NOAA has recognized the urgency by proposing that 66 species of coral be added to the list to be protected under the Endangered Species Act. At present
