In my recently published book, Food and Nutrition Controversies Today: A Reference Guide, there is an entire chapter devoted to bottled water. On the second page of the chapter, I include a quotation from Richard Wilk, a professor of anthropology at Indiana University. “This is an industry that takes free liquid that falls from the [...]
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EarthLust
12-Jun-09True Body Products
05-Jun-09I am a soap person. I love to try out new soaps, especially those sold at Whole Foods. The Whole Food stores near our home have truly amazing selections of soap. One of my more recent finds is True Body Soap.
The origins of True Body Products go back to a series of water-cooler sessions with [...]
Raw Revolution
04-Apr-09Have you been searching for a truly healthy and delicious bar to eat when you are on the run or in need of a quick snack. You may well wish to try a few of those made by Raw Revolution.
Raw Revolution is a family owned company started by Alice Benedetto, a registered nurse and raw [...]
Namaste Foods
15-Feb-09Have you or your children been dealing with food allergies or intolerances? They are very common. Millions of people have them. There is also autoimmune disorder known as celiac disease in which people must refrain from eating gluten. If you do have food allergies, intolerances, and/or celiac disease you may wish to log onto the [...]
Olive: Green Goods for Modern Dogs
18-Jan-09If furry animals are a part of your life, you may already be aware that dog and cat products tend not to be eco-friendly. As a result, many of us spend countless dollars on pet items that negatively impact the environment.
Thanks to partners Barbara Savidge and Gina Quiroga, who have created Olive, an Austin, Texas-based [...]
Nicole, the founder of Talulah Skincare, has always had sensitive skin. Unable to kind suitable skincare products, she began making her own. She also earned a degree in English, became an esthetician and herbalist, and studied naturopathic medicine and traditional methods of healing. Yet, convinced she would be unable to support herself doing work that [...]
Years ago, one rarely heard about any organic skincare products. Now, increasing numbers are appearing on the market. And, more and more people seem to be gravitating toward them. Pangea Organics has created a particularly appealing line that includes cleansers, scrubs, toners, creams, a mask, bar soaps, shower gels, liquid soaps, lotions, and oils. And, [...]