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Plastic straw pollution and health effects are reason enough not to use them for drinks. However, paper straws can leach PFAS into your beverages. So, what's the best materials for straws? Food-grade silicone and stainless steel are the safest materials for drinking with a straw. We have easy tips for using these safe straw options during your daily routine...even if you decide to hit the drive-thru! 

Omelet or scrambled eggs stick to your pan often? This is especially common with stainless steel pans. Don't give up on the perfect omelet. Preheat stainless steel, lower the temp when ready, and work the edges of the omelet throughout the process. Follow these tips to prevent our omelet from sticking to a pan.

There is a link between phthalates and cancer...and resistance to chemotherapy. Avoid fragrance and packaged foods, especially if you are undergoing chemo treatments. Minimize your phthalate exposure to improve your preventative healthcare. Learn how! 

Why are there Prop 65 Warnings on ALL Amazon pages? Prop 65 is a California law that requires businesses to provide warnings about significant exposures to chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This warning is on every Amazon product page. However, not all products are toxic. These warnings are due to Amazon labels with BPS. Read more to protect yourself! 

Don't get microplastics percolating in your coffee. Avoid single-serve plastic coffee pods. Hot water and coffee acidity can cause microplastics to leach into your brew. Learn more about making a safe cup of coffee so you can avoid microplastics in K-cups. 

Did you know that many personal care products are contaminated or adulterated with harmful chemicals that aren’t on the ingredients label? We test...

What is the main cause of dry skin? It might be you! Are your long showers, personal care products, and diet the reasons why you have dry skin so often? Learn what causes dry skin on legs, hands, and face, and what you can do to minimize its frequency.

Have a New Year's Resolution and not sure how to keep it? Are you unsure of what health goals you want to achieve this year? Don't sweat it (unless you want to get a sweat on). We have tips for a healthy New Year, and for staying on track toward feeling your best!

Is new car smell toxic? The aroma of a new car smells like achievement and luxury for many. However, you're inhaling chemicals like toluene, benzene, formaldehyde, and even PFAS. Breathe in relief and lower car payments by purchasing a car at least two years old to reduce offgassing. Learn more about the chemicals that cause new car scent!

Switching from dryer sheets to wool dryer walls is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways to lower your toxic chemical burdens. So, how many wool dryers balls do you use at a time? How do you recharge wool dryer balls? We'll answer all these questions and more!

Black plastics recycling has contaminated many everyday items that we use with flame retardants. Recent study shows high levels of flame retardants in black plastics used in sushi trays, kids toys, eating utensils, and more.

Babies wear diapers almost 24/7, potentially exposing them to phthalates, VOCs, microplastics, and other harmful chemicals. So, what to avoid when buying diapers? Read on to get tips for non-toxic diaper shopping!