A new study released by The University of Texas demonstrated a clear connection between industrial mercury released and autism. Researchers studied Texas school district data and proximity of children to a mercury emitting site and found the prevalence of autism in the community … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2008
It's Eco-Friendly Sunscreen and Natural Bug Repellent Season
It's official, I got my first sunburn this weekend. It was only a light burn, but somehow I always forget the sunscreen during the first warm days of spring. Fortunately, I remembered to protect my children with SmartShield when we headed down to the river. One added bonus to … [Read more...]
Toby and Rei Organic Kids' Clothing and Accessories
I love discovering new companies that feature eco-friendly clothing for kids, and the market for green children's gear is growing in both supply and demand. I recently was led to Toby and Rei: eco friendly clothes + accessories for you and baby. This Massachusetts based … [Read more...]
The Great Copy Machine Epidemic Results Are In!
Remember the Great Copy Machine Epidemic: "unidentified contagious disease striking school photocopiers, causing them to chew up trees and contributing to climate change"? On April 17, over 23,000 students in 30 schools turned off their school photocopiers and attempted to … [Read more...]
Greenpeace, Dove, Palm Oil, and the Destruction of the Rainforest
[kml_flashembed movie="http://www.youtube.com/v/JaH4y6ZjSfE" width="425" height="350" wmode="transparent" /] Unilever, makers of Dove, has recently released a video aimed at promoting children's self-esteem by illuminating how the beauty industry targets girl's body images. The … [Read more...]
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