One of the most significant steps toward a healthier planet will occur from supporting products and services that hold independent green certifications. With every company labeling themselves as conscientious, distinguishing between a PR stunt and a genuine commitment to the environment can be a difficult task. Somewhere along the way, being eco-friendly became a selling… Read More
Green Living
6 Money Saving Tips for an Eco-Friendly Vacation
If you haven’t ventured out this summer on a well needed vaca, there’s still time. Officially, you have until September 23rd, the last day of summer. But, unofficially speaking, warm weather continues all across the globe and is calling your sweet name. Before you stuff that wheeled Samsonite full of bikinis and maxi dresses, you’ll… Read More
4 Must-Have Apps for Smart Homeowners: Save Money & Your Health
For the conscientious homeowner, creating a domicile that is eco-friendly, functional and safe can be a daunting task. Luckily, smart technology is now in sync with environmental concerns. If you’ve recently purchased a home and want to ensure that your house leaves a sound impression and not a carbon footprint, here are four downloadable apps… Read More
Huntington Beach Green Expo & Forum 2014
Early birds get the worm and at 8:00am on September 13, 2014, they did just that by dining on delicious fare – including gluten-free muffins and vegetarian options – while Ron and I revealed secrets to eliminating hidden toxins from the home (ahem, the nest). We were thrilled to be the official keynote speakers at… Read More
Winter Wellness Roundup: Health is in the Palm of Your Hands
Gray skies, rain, and cooler temps can bring down our mood and take a toll on our health. We were one of three health advocates in Los Angeles, CA to share our tips for breathing right, keeping your body moving and fit and staying happy through the chillier months in the City of Angels with… Read More
Would You Live in a Shipping Container?
We had the pleasure of visiting the newly revamped and uber-trendy section of downtown Las Vegas, NV called Container Park. An extension of Freemont street, this was funded by former Zappos CEO, Tony Hsieh, as part of the Downtown Project; a community revitalization project to instill a sense of community and pride in what previously… Read More
7 Fantastic Ways To Save Precious Water At Home
Water is a precious resource and many people don’t have enough of it. In fact, federal officials have designated portions of 11 western and central states as primary natural disaster areas because of a drought with California, Oregon and Nevada being the worst hit. Today, most households in the U.S. waste a huge amount of… Read More
Organic Cotton: The Future of Textiles
Cotton. is. a. crop. In fact, it’s considered the world’s ‘dirtiest’ crop due to its heavy use of insecticides. 25% of the worlds’ insecticides and more than 10% of the pesticides (including herbicides, insecticides, and defoliants) are sprayed on cotton. Cotton covers only 2.5% of the world’s cultivated land, yet uses 16% of the world’s… Read More