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.
9 min read To say that I’m addicted to essential oils might be an understatement. I have a diffuser in nearly every room of the house, continually pumping earthy scents like , ,…
4 min read Friends always comment on how good my house smells, even if I haven’t cleaned! My secret is that I diffuse essential oils around my home — almost obsessively. Obviously, I…
5 min read 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.…
4 min read If you’re a fan of personal lubricants for sex, you know first-hand the sensation-enhancing difference they make. If you haven’t tried them, let me tell you… whether you’re with a…
4 min read When we talk about safe sex, the conversation usually centers around condoms and the practices that prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancy. We rarely hear mention of the…
7 min read I stopped using tampons ages ago when toxic shock syndrome (TSS) became a hot topic. I later learned that TSS is actually pretty rare and there’s nothing wrong with using…
9 min read I’m on a never-ending mission to swap the chemicals in my life for healthier alternatives. My body care products are a top priority and I want all their ingredients to…
6 min read You’ve heard this many times: What we put onto our body is as important as what we put into our body. It’s true. When it comes to hair and skincare…
5 min read We humans have been sweating it out for therapeutic benefit since ancient times. From Roman and Turkish baths to the modern day sauna, we go to ease the pain in…
7 min read Despite having researched ceramic cookware for a fairly in-depth buying guide of healthy (and not so healthy) pots and pans, I was left with several questions that I couldn’t easily…