Canned Food and Cancer Risk

A few years ago, when animal studies starting linking BPA (bisphenol A) to various cancers, the resulting consumer uproar forced a mass recall of reusable plastic bottles. Safety-conscious mothers everywhere let out a giant sigh of relief as baby bottles were pulled from the shelves. A big win had been scored for consumer safety. The problem? Those aren't the only things that contain BPA. In......read more

Packaging Problems

Kellogg has recalled around 28 million boxes of cereal after the discovery that a potentially harmful chemical in the packaging may be leaching into some products. Recalled cereals include Apple Jacks, Corn Pops, Froot Loops, and Honey Smacks, all of which have been found to possess a strange flavor and smell upon opening the boxes. The recall comes in the midst of growing public and government......read more

Hydros Bottle

You abandoned single-use plastic water bottles long ago (obviously), but you've probably never seen a reusable bottle like this. The US-made Hydros Bottle includes a filter to get rid of nasties in sketchy water. "The Hydros Bottle is a filtering water bottle that turns questionable water – from public water fountains, bathroom taps, and kitchen skins – into crisp, clean water. Our......read more

Stanley Thermos

Since 1913, the Stanley brand has been building rugged products that last. The classic Stanley thermos is the very embodiment of product durability. The thermos is known to survive being dropped from planes, run over by vehicles, even shot with a gun. Now in its 96th year of production, the BPA-free, stainless steel thermos comes with a lifetime guarantee. ...read more

Reusable KeepCup

Here's a disheartening stat: 500 billion disposable cups are manufactured globally every year; that’s about 75 disposable cups for every single person on the planet. It's time to turn the tide. This barista-standard Reusable Coffee Cup from Australia's KeepCup is one of the nicest looking reusable options we've seen. There are three sizes available -- 8 oz, 12 oz and 16 oz -- with......read more

Smiling Planet Plates

Husband and wife team Olivia Haveiland and Freddy Deane created Smiling Planet to make 'earth friendly plates and things for kids.' It was a natural step for Olivia, whose family has been manufacturing fine porcelain for over 150 years. We happen to love the artwork - and the plates are 100% recycled, BPA free, phthalate free, and PVC free. The price is right too.   Wonder Full World, 8"......read more

The Plastic Problem

If you're reading this, chances are you've been exposed to bisphenol A (BPA). A key ingredient in many modern plastics, the chemical compound has been used since the 1940s in everything from baby bottles to goggles to lining for food containers. In recent years, animal studies have demonstrated links between BPA and a host of ill health effects, including breast and prostate cancer. ......read more