August 27, 2023
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Alright, folks, gather ’round, ’cause we’re about to drop some truth bombs about those candles you’ve been lighting up to set the mood. Yeah, we’re talking about paraffin wax candles, and let’s just say, they ain’t as innocent as they seem! So, you might be chilling, enjoying the ambiance of that flickering candlelight, but behind…
March 22, 2018
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One in 10 people around the world lack access to clean drinking water, yet the majority of US consumers are unaware of the extent of the global water crisis. The Power of Clean Water, this documentary follows the lives of three women and their families, providing a first-hand perspective on the daily challenges of accessing clean…
August 16, 2017
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After a trip to Africa, I discovered something interesting. It’s common for people in Africa to not use deodorant. Deodorant is more of a chemical luxury, meant to guard you against the smell of the breakdown of the bacteria caught in your pits from perspiration. If you keep your underarms clean and control your hair…
April 15, 2017
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What if you only had 3 toiletries to use daily? I ran across an interesting startup Akamai, ‘Who’s goal is to encourage people to wash less, which completely aligns with my zero-waste message. Like many topics, getting people to understand the importance of changing their habits for the better can be difficult, most prefer to stick with their…
August 9, 2016
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Longevity starts with sustainability correct? Well, a good place to start when it comes to personal care is toothpaste. We discussed fluoride when we spoke about tremor diseases like Parkinson’s. Unless prescribed by a doctor, nothing you use daily should say: “WARNING: Keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age. If you accidentally swallow more…