As we make shifts toward a healthy lifestyle, we become more mindful of the food we eat and the products we bring into our homes. And we talk about it. We bid our dirty cleaning products farewell on Facebook. We…
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sherylryan
I am the founder and main contributor to Greenopedia. I'm also an organic vegetarian, natural product enthusiast, information junkie, and obsessive label-reader! I live in Los Angeles and when I remember to step away from my laptop, you'll usually find me hiking, brunching, or yoga-ing... pretty much in that order.
Did you know that most commercial toothpaste and mouthwash brands contain ingredients that cause bad breath? They’re also full of synthetic ingredients that you wouldn’t want to swallow accidentally. This is why more people are turning to natural oral care…
I’m pretty vigilant about what I put in and on my body, from local produce to certified organic products. My reason is pretty simple: I don’t want pesticides or other toxins in my food, and I don’t want to contribute…
The commercial stain removers you find in the supermarket usually do the job they claim they do: they get the stains out of clothing and fabrics. In fact, the enzymes used in these stain removers are better than good -…
Probiotics, prebiotics, antibiotics… there are a lot of “biotics” to keep track of. From fermented foods to supplements and medications, it comes down to one thing: bacteria. More specifically, the balance of bacteria inside our body. We’ve all heard of…
Look, you have to give out Halloween candy that kids actually like, right? Because if you don’t, there’s a good chance you’ll be spending the next day unraveling the endless rolls of toilet paper tangled in your trees and bushes.…
When I started to replace processed foods in my diet with real foods, I noticed something interesting: my taste buds became eerily sensitive. For the most part, it was wonderful. Tomatoes, bell peppers, and even cucumbers had a nice pop…
Did you know that Halloween face paints labeled as “safe”, “FDA-approved”, “hypoallergenic” or “non-toxic” can still contain dangerous, skin-irritating metals such as lead, nickel, cobalt, and chromium? Just what you want seeping into your kid’s pores as they run around…
You know that strong smell you get when you unroll a new rug or carpet? Some folks call that the “new carpet” smell and don’t think much more of it. I call it a “chemical shit storm” and start waving…