Study Finds Bathroom Hand Dryers Spread Fecal Matter

The debate over whether bathroom hand dryers or paper towels are more sustainable and hygienic has never been clearly won by either … [Read more...]

Environmental and Health Problems of Chewing Bubble Gum

Have you ever considered the environmental and health consequences of chewing bubble gum? The first marketed chewing gum was made with all natural ingredients. It was made from the chicle sap of the Central American sapodilla tree and mixed with sugar and flavorings. That all … [Read more...]

Shoes Track Herbicides Where They Remain in Carpet for a Year

Your yard and garden may be chemical-free. You may clean with only non-toxic, natural cleaners. You may eat organic food. You may do all these things, yet there are herbicides and pesticides lurking in your home. How did they get there? There are many reasons why shoes … [Read more...]

Consumers Sickened by Toxic Walmart Great Value Bottled Water

Bottled water is bad for the environment. Walmart, the world's largest retailer, has a history of selling toxic products and questionable business practices. Now consumers of Walmart's Great Value brand purified bottled drinking water are reporting bad … [Read more...]

Can Baseball be Eco-Friendly?

Spring means baseball training. For many families, baseball is a major focus of their time and energy. Dreams are made on and off the field. These dreams are fueled by historical greats like Babe Ruth and Nap Lajoie, but how eco-friendly is the sport? Major league baseball has … [Read more...]