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Better Safe Than Sorry?
I once had an editor (not a Care2 editor) chide me for wanting to write about electromagnetic fields and how to avoid them. I… more »
Cool Curtains: Non-Toxic and Eco-Friendly
The great new book Green Guide: The Complete Reference for Consuming Wisely has some really sound advice for curtain-buying a… more »
Non-Toxic Back-to-School Clothes
Wrinkled and stained clothing might be the healthiest ticket for your kids' back-to-school clothes. Fans of The Green Guide w… more »
Green Chi: Thoughts on a Train
I am writing this while on the train into NYC with my daughter Lily to see "Rent" before it goes off Broadway in September. I… more »
Easy Greening: Hair Removal
It's bathing suit and tank top season and that means unsightly-hair awareness. Unfortunately most salon waxes are petroleum-b… more »
Text While You Shop for Safe Toys
Shopping for toys can feel unexpectedly harrowing due to fears of lead and, as hard as it is to believe, even the date rape d… more »
Fabric Softeners
Fabric softeners make me feel so sick! Help! What is with them? What do I use instead? Join the crowd! I receive so many … more »
Chemicals in Food Packaging
Dear Annie, Do I need to worry about the plastics I use for food storage? I've been reading a lot about the dangers of plasti… more »
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This totally makes sense, as when the egg white dries, it contracts and will pull dirt out of the pores.…
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I was pretty sad today...until I read your blog. Thanks!
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