Using food waste from produce handlers, food processors, supermarkets, farmers’ markets, restaurants, hospitals, and airlines, Converted Organics creates natural organic, odorless fertilizers for the residential and commercial worlds for lawn, turf growth, and gardens...
High Fructose Corn Syrup (HCFS) gets the blame for many of today's health problems, namely the meteoric rise in obesity. How does HFCS compare with regular sugar?
Margaret Teich from OBV will be on the scene during NY Fashion Week bringing OBV up to the minute coverage of the green carpet, behind the green scenes and backstage at the green events.
Starting September 2nd, 2008 owners of hybrid or electric vehicles will be able to enjoy a 20% discount on sleep products charged with the latest in eco-technology. Essentia products are the new archetypes for the utmost in bedroom living as well as GREEN living, promoting a cleaner, healthier environment. Because hybrid and electric cars share similar values, Essentia is now extending a discount to drivers who share in the spirit of GREEN.
If you’re looking for an alternative to chemicals and pesticides to keep creepy crawlers at bay, Mother Nature has a few tricks up her sleeve. Combat everything from ants, to mites, mosquitoes, mice and more.
A well-researched artcle about the top chemicals to avoid when choosing bath and skin products for kids (and adults, too). Many "gentle" products may not be as safe as you think.
T.Boone Pickens Jr. is a wealthy successful oil man. He has an estimated 3 billion net worth and is a major player in the BP Capital Management Fund. All his life he has been for oil and by no surprise is a republican. However I am not going to talk political agendas or even his past role with big oil, but I will talk about his change to focus on renewable energy and decreasing the U.S. dependence on foreign oil. First watch this video to get a feel for where I am going.
What's in your shampoo? As you may or may not know, you hair and scalp are very absorbent just like your skin. Whether we like it or not, we are surely absorbing some ingredients that we put in our hair and on our scalp. Have you tried any eco-friendly or natural hair care products that you like?
Women use many different personal care products each day, most of which contain harmful chemicals. Lipstick is no exception. Afterglow Cosmetics' line of mineral based makeup and organic lipsticks are good for you and make you look and feel fabulous!
Are you concerned about the effects of chemicals used in most baby sunscreens? 
If you're looking for some ways to complement the use of sunscreen on your baby, here are a few suggestions to reduce his or her exposure to the sun's Ultraviolet (UV) rays.
The Basic H2 Organic Super Cleaning Concentrate by Shaklee is like 5,824 bottles of windex in one small 16 oz. bottle. But it is better because it is natural and non-toxic. It can be used to clean pretty much anything in the home from pots and pans to the bathroom floor. Tiny Décor is hosting a giveaway of this great cleaner sponsored by Green and Clean Mom.
The chemicals that are found in most cleaning products can be very dangerous and are a threat to your indoor air quality. These non-toxic products are just as good for cleaning, without the health risks.
Information on the chemicals in and labeling on organic and natural personal care products.
Not too often do we talk about contests here at Ecologicliving.com but the other day I came across a pretty neat contest that had some great prizes for the environment and was promoting an eco-friendly product at the same time. Win, win, right?
Do we / should we take organic and natural health and beauty products at face value?
Some scary truths about consumers’ assumptions could lead to a “green†backlash concludes The Green Gap a survey released this week
This is about making being green a lifestyle change and preventing it from being a fad.
Toys R Us announces new natural line - but, is it really?
A new study realesed by OCA found a cancer-causing ingredient in products claiming to be organic and/or natural. Included is a list of the brands tested.
Nestled in the peaceful beach bordering countryside of southern Maine, you’ll find one of the most sustainable yarn companies on the planet. Unexpected, no?
It's time to dust away the cobwebs and get to work on your house, flat, yurt or caravan for your big 2008 spring clean! And to help you make this your greenest spring clean yet, we've rounded up some of the best eco-friendly cleaning products and asked consumers what they thought of them.
Study finds (again) "Natural" means nothing
The FDA has no rules on using the word “Natural’ on product labels – so manufacturers create their own standards – not good for consumers!
Clever natural design wanted !Sustainable ways of living are not the majority. Because buyers could ignore what are the stakes behind their (hyper)consumption.
The Top 100 Grocery Brands report article "Healthy eating trend takes natural turn" just out says that in 2007 "some of the top-selling brands are naturally healthy or functional"
"Brands that have sold well in 2007, for example, include the smoothie company Innocent (up 45.6%), Cravendale milk (up 30.6%), Cathedral City cheese (up 29.3%), Uncle Ben's rice (up 26.9%) and Danone Activia probiotic yogurt (up 25.9%)."
Very intersting report on the whole.
See http://www.talkingretail.com/top-100-grocery-brands for the full report
Sometimes the old ways are the better ways. The use of hydrogen peroxide lost its appeal with the advent of antibiotics. Since that time there has been little financial interest in funding peroxide research. After all, it is cheap and not patenable. Now, with the concern of antibiotic overuse, the desire for natural or alternative cures for infections is paramount.
An easy, home made recipe for a natural cough syrup made from honey, sage, garlic and thyme. Some of nature's most potent healers!
More sustainable and far more natural than some over the counter remedies which are loaded with artificial and sometimes, toxic, ingredients.
A new online clothing store out of Utah - BabyBam Collection - is now offering not only originally designed bamboo baby clothes - but organic bamboo soaps and skin care.
