Growing your own microgreens is an easy and affordable way to have fresh greens all year long, even if you live in an apartment! Learn how to plant and grow your own microgreens with this handy guide. Microgreens are popular at trendy restaurants and farmer’s markets. They can be expensive to purchase, but they’re cheap…
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Discover simple product swaps and tips for having a greener, healthier, lower waste home. Your choices make a difference and can impact the environment and your family's health. You have the power to make a difference!
Why you Need a Nontoxic Shower Curtain – The Best PVC-Free Shower Curtains
If you’re trying to remove toxins from your home, you need to consider a non toxic shower curtain! Discover the best nontoxic shower curtains and what materials to avoid when shopping for a shower curtain or shower liner. Okay, so I completely understand if you’re doing a bit of an eye roll at me for…
Plastic Wrap Alternatives
Discover the best plastic wrap alternatives for food storage, microwaving, and freezing! Alternatives to plastic wrap have become increasingly popular due to to increased awareness about the potential dangers of storing food in plastics and the negative impact plastics have on the environment. Today I’m sharing a carefully curated list of the best alternatives to…
How to Substitute Honey for Sugar – Honey to Sugar Conversion Chart
Avoiding refined sugars is important to me and my family, but sometimes you need a bit of sweetener! This honey to sugar conversion guide will help you successfully substitute honey for sugar in your recipes. Regular readers know that I am all about making healthier substitutions. I’m known for putting Greek yogurt in everything, and…
Best Eco-Friendly Yoga Mats
Discover the best eco conscious yoga mats, including a top rated affordable eco friendly yoga mat made with jute! Many yoga practitioners are conscientious consumers who care about the protecting the environment. Unfortunately, most inexpensive studio mats are made from PVC which is harmful to the environment and your body. Luckily, there are a variety…
The Best Non-Toxic Sippy Cup Alternatives – Toddler Cups & Bottles That Aren’t Plastic!
Discover the best non-toxic sippy cup alternatives & environmentally friendly sippy cups for your toddler! I’ve always said I didn’t want our baby to use traditional sippy cups and I guess she was listening, even in the womb, because she always refused a bottle and would prefer to drink from an open cup than a sippy…
The Best Aluminum Foil Alternatives for a Healthier, Zero Waste Lifestyle
Discover the best aluminum foil alternatives (and plastic wrap alternatives!) for a healthier, zero waste lifestyle! There’s also a bonus tutorial for making your own beeswax wrap. You’ve probably noticed a lot of information lately about living a zero waste lifestyle. You’ve probably also noticed that people are becoming increasingly aware of and concerned about…