HEALTHDecember 11, 2016Brazilian Blowout Craze: Is It Safe?With a price tag of up to $500, the Brazilian Blowout has been described as “life-changing" for some women. But, the Brazilian Blowout contains formaldehyde, which has been classified as a known human carcinogen
Green Your WorldJanuary 11, 2016Cellphones, Cancer and InfertilityLet’s face it…we love our cell phones. Whether we use them for business or just to keep in touch with family and friends, for most of us, they have become indispensable. Nonetheless, there are new warnings about the health risks associated with cell phone use that consumers need to be aware of
Green Your WorldOctober 28, 2015Is your drinking water on drugs?You may not have high blood pressure, chronic pain or acid reflux, but with every sip of tap water, you’re ingesting small doses of medications used to treat each condition – along with a slew of other pharmaceutical byproducts, according to an extensive new study.
Green Your WorldOctober 28, 2015What's inside your foam packaging?Deirdre Imus tells us the latest on foam packaging
Green Your WorldOctober 28, 2015Is Philadelphia hospital's ban on supplements a slippery slope?The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia boldly declared earlier this month that it will ban from its pharmacy most dietary supplements because they are not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Green Your WorldOctober 28, 2015Time for companies to pledge to remove dangerous chemicals from productsAmid some recent dour news about ingredients in personal care products causing diabetes and muscle weakness, Johnson & Johnson provided a rare bright light recently when they announced plans to remove dangerous chemicals – like formaldehyde – from their products
Green Your WorldOctober 28, 2015Tips to eat healthy during the holiday seasonWe over-commit ourselves to social obligations, and more often than not, we overextend our bodies by indulging in unhealthy meals or snacks. There’s always an excuse to stray from the healthy lifestyle you’ve established and embraced – until now
Green Your WorldOctober 28, 2015Messing With Mother Nature: Genetically Modified OrganismsIf you want to avoid genetically modified organisms in your food, would you be able to? Deirdre explains
Mind and BodyOctober 28, 2015Green Holiday Gift IdeasThe holiday season is a great time to bestow green gifts upon your loved ones, and also to practice the sustainable tips you’ve gleaned during the year. After all, adopting responsible habits is cause for celebration, whether you believe in Santa Claus, Hanukkah Harry or nothing at all
Children's HealthOctober 28, 2015Making the Grade: Breakfast Is the Key to ComprehensionHaving a healthy breakfast can give your child an early morning boost that will help them focus throughout the day. Here's some quick and easy breakfast ideas that your child is sure to enjoy