We all love a good scented candle. What you may not love is burning a candle that burns off toxic soot. Conventional candles contain several carcinogen compounds (cancer-causing agents). These tiny soot particles can potentially penetrate the deepest area of the lungs. This is especially detrimental to the very young and elderly who are most prone to respiratory diseases.
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Most Liked Vegan Egg Substitutes
With growing ethical and health concerns many are turning away from eggs. In turn, they are seeking out safe alternatives. When searching for a replacement primary concerns are effectiveness and texture. With that in mind let's review some of the favorites.
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You May Be Cleansing Your Face With Toxic Chemicals
For as much as you are 'cleansing' your face you could also be causing long term damage. With ingredients the likes of mineral oil, alcohols, parabens, propylene glycol, sodium laurel sulfate, dibutyl phthalate, artificial colors and diethanolamine there is no wonder. Let's take a closer look at these toxic darlings.
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The Purple Pillow
The Purple Pillow is said to cradle your neck and head by way of a purple grid that is engineered to provide optimal support. The purple grid is also temperature-neutral allowing passive airflow to dissipate body heat. Also, it reportedly keeps it shape. The Purple Pillow is non-toxic, hypoallergenic and made in the USA.
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Teflon Is Being Absorbed Into Your Bloodstream When Flossing – Discover Top Eco Floss Alternatives
Did you know that not only does conventional nylon dental floss take 50-80 years to decompose? Conventional dental floss is made from what's most commonly known as Teflon. Teflon is basically a synthetic chemical known as Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) commonly used in non-stick cookware. Teflon has been linked to a number of health problems including the common flu (otherwise known as the 'teflon' flu). Moreover, as a component of dental floss, Teflon can be absorbed into your bloodstream while flossing.
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Top Vegan Gummy Snacks Minus The Intestinal Distress
Here are our top vegan gummy snacks minus the intestinal distress… After Belgian filmmaker Alina Kneepkens made the short film showing how gummies were made many vowed to never eat the sweet, tasty treat again, particularly those in the plant-based community. From the animal skin and bone derived gelatin to the intestinal distress inducing ingredients reportedly used in Haribo’s gummy bears many might be scared forever. However, despite this grim news as a plant-based mom I have always been quite the detective diligently scouting out safe, healthy snack alternatives. Gummies were no exception. My children love gummies like there’s no tomorrow and for that reason we’ve just about tried every…
