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 -…
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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.
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…
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…
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…
Many of us, who are already on the path to eating healthier, are also on a path to eating more humanely. Incidentally, those two goals tend to go hand-in-hand, which is nice. Our journey might lead us to reduce or…
Ahhh, there is nothing like a hot shower to wake you up and get you going in the morning or to relax and unwind after a long day. Take a moment to imagine it. Feel the warm water massaging your…