What is Ethyl Alcohol and Is It Safe?
Ethyl alcohol, also known as ethanol, is one of those ingredients you encounter almost daily without even realizing it. It’s in your favorite beer or wine, the hand sanitizer in your bag, and even some of the skincare products on your bathroom shelf such as hand...
Clean and Green Clothing: Choosing Healthier Non-Toxic Materials
As someone who has almost always focused on saving money and buying the cheapest options when shopping, I’ll have to admit that shopping for clean and green clothing was never really something that crossed my mind. In fact, in my 20’s and early 30’s,...
How to Choose the Best Non-Toxic Candles for a Healthier Home
Growing up, I was always a huge fan of candles. Even as a teen, I loved lighting them during journaling and to relax at the end of a long day. Browsing through candle aisles at stores was quite the sensory experience with all the beautiful colors and lovely scents....
Are Candles Bad for You? A Look into Toxic and Non-toxic Candles
As someone who always loved lighting candles throughout most of my life, I never thought twice about whether those candles could possibly be affecting my health. In fact, I basically associated all candles with wellness, and I often used them as a kind of self-care....
Greenwashing Definition: How to Avoid False Eco-Friendly Claims
If you’re like me, you want to make healthy choices that are good for you, your family, and the environment. Today, people who want to make healthier choices are choosing to buy more products labeled “green”, “eco-friendly,” “natural,” or...
An Honest Review of Branch Basics Dishwasher Tablets
If you’ve been keeping an eye out for sustainable cleaning products that are safer for your home and for the environment, you may have come across Branch Basics. This post specifically breaks down details and my thoughts on the Branch Basics dishwasher tablets,...
Green Healthy Toddler Pancakes with Kale
Searching for a super easy, healthy, and mess-free snack for your baby or toddler to enjoy? Look no further! These healthy baby kale or spinach pancakes are exactly what you’ve been looking for!
Paleo Peach Crisp | Paleo Desserts
One week last month, I went crazy with paleo dessert recipe options. One of my favorite paleo desserts that came out of that frenzied craze was this delicious paleo peach crisp. Not only is this dish tasty and 100% paleo, but it is also super easy…
Flourless Zucchini Brownies
I have and will likely always have a sweet tooth. Going on paleo doesn’t mean you can’t have sweets! Some paleo-approved sweeteners that are fine in reasonable amounts include maple syrup and honey.