According to the American Dental Association, we should replace our toothbrush every 3 to 4 months—or sooner if the bristles begin to wear out. While this is a healthy practice, billions of plastic toothbrushes end up in landfills and our…
Author: sherylryan
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.
I love furniture shopping. My wallet takes a hit every time, but like most folks, I keep my furniture for ages, so it doesn’t happen very often. And because it’s such a rare occasion, I get pretty excited when the…
Who doesn’t love clean laundry? It looks good, it smells fresh, and if it’s straight from the dryer, then it feels nice and cozy too! My favorite is pulling a warm, hug-full of towels and sheets from the dryer and…
Do you remember that incident back in 2017, where thousands of American Airlines flight attendants, ticketing agents, and pilots became ill after putting on their new uniforms? While some suffered only rashes or hives, others had difficulty breathing and at…
In today’s chemical-filled world, unwanted toxins can fill your home in an instant and they can linger for ages. Sometimes the smell is strong and distinct. Other times it’s a faint trace of chemical smells that’s just enough to be…
The idea of ditching your supermarket cleaners for natural alternatives might seem a bit daunting at first. I had so many questions before I made the switch myself… Do natural cleaners really kill germs as well as bleach and ammonia?…
I remember, years ago, when I would spend hours scrubbing down my house with commercial cleaners. When I was done I’d think, “now, THAT’S the smell of clean!!” Those fumes somehow made for such a satisfying smell. Together with how…
For most of us, walking into a public restroom that’s just been cleaned with bleach, or even walking past someone who’s overdone it with the perfume, can be unpleasant. That sudden waft of chemicals can knock you back for a…
I try not to indulge in candy or gum too often, but when I do, I’m pretty careful about checking the ingredients first. I do that because I want to know what’s in it before I eat it. Pretty standard,…
You know that pesky white buildup that clogs your coffeemaker and destroys your morning brew? This hard coating that also lines your tea kettle and showerhead is simply a build-up of calcium, magnesium, lime, and other minerals that are commonly…