Articles related to "Phthalate"
Phthalates And Baby Products
Skin absorbs whatever is put on it. Do you want your baby's skin to absorb the phthalates that are a common ingredient in many baby care products and toys?
phthalates in baby products • health risks • phthalate danger • personal care • shampoo
Skin absorbs whatever is put on it. Do you want your baby's skin to absorb the phthalates that are a common ingredient in many baby care products and toys?
phthalates in baby products • health risks • phthalate danger • personal care • shampoo
Christmas Toys with Hormone-Like Chemicals
Plastic and rubber toys made with hormone-like phthalates are still being sold in stores as retailers get rid of remaining in stock.
christmas toys • toys with phthalates • law banning toys with phthalates • toys without labels • toys to avoid
Plastic and rubber toys made with hormone-like phthalates are still being sold in stores as retailers get rid of remaining in stock.
christmas toys • toys with phthalates • law banning toys with phthalates • toys without labels • toys to avoid
The Truth about Phthalates
In addition to cell phones, which may be linked to brain cancer, and fluorescent light bulbs, which contain mercury, another common household item may also be harmful.
phthalates • phthalate esters • endocrine disruption • endocrine disruptors • hormone blockers
In addition to cell phones, which may be linked to brain cancer, and fluorescent light bulbs, which contain mercury, another common household item may also be harmful.
phthalates • phthalate esters • endocrine disruption • endocrine disruptors • hormone blockers
Diet and Hormone Disrupters in Girls
Girl's hormonal development may be effected by diet.
hormones • diet • phthalate • women's health • health
Girl's hormonal development may be effected by diet.
hormones • diet • phthalate • women's health • health
Birth Defects from Plastics
According to studies, chemicals from plastics are getting into women's bodies and a small percentage of their baby boys have genitals that are more feminine.
plastics • phthalates • birth defects • small penis • malformed testicles
According to studies, chemicals from plastics are getting into women's bodies and a small percentage of their baby boys have genitals that are more feminine.
plastics • phthalates • birth defects • small penis • malformed testicles
Toxic Nail Polish
The cosmetics industry has long been criticized for the toxic content in it products, and nail polish is among the worst offenders.
toxic nail polish • toulene • formeldehyde • acetate • dibutyl phthalate
The cosmetics industry has long been criticized for the toxic content in it products, and nail polish is among the worst offenders.
toxic nail polish • toulene • formeldehyde • acetate • dibutyl phthalate
How to Find Inexpensive but Earth-Friendly Gifts
Finding plastic-free toys for Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanza can be a challenge. Here are some gift giving suggestions that saves the planet and your budget.
environmentally safe gifts • green gifts • plastic free • phthalate • christmas
Finding plastic-free toys for Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanza can be a challenge. Here are some gift giving suggestions that saves the planet and your budget.
environmentally safe gifts • green gifts • plastic free • phthalate • christmas
The Benefits of Organic Products
Learn to distinguish true organically pure products, so that you can not only look good, but you can also feel good about what you are putting into your body.
phthalates in beauty products • natural versus organic ingredients • carcinogens in beauty products • shopping for organic beauty products • online shopping for organic beauty products
Learn to distinguish true organically pure products, so that you can not only look good, but you can also feel good about what you are putting into your body.
phthalates in beauty products • natural versus organic ingredients • carcinogens in beauty products • shopping for organic beauty products • online shopping for organic beauty products
Reducing the Toxic Burden
Everyone has a toxic burden comprised of industrial toxins. Reducing one's toxic burden reduces the risk for autoimmune disease as well as disease flares.
autoimmune disease • toxic burden • environmental toxins • pcbs • dioxin
Everyone has a toxic burden comprised of industrial toxins. Reducing one's toxic burden reduces the risk for autoimmune disease as well as disease flares.
autoimmune disease • toxic burden • environmental toxins • pcbs • dioxin
Don't Bite Those Nails--Especially if They're Polished!
A survey conducted by a nonprofit environmental group revealed that a large number of nail polishes contain phthalates—a chemical linked to birth defects.
phthalates • nail polish • nail hardener • ewg • environmental working group
A survey conducted by a nonprofit environmental group revealed that a large number of nail polishes contain phthalates—a chemical linked to birth defects.
phthalates • nail polish • nail hardener • ewg • environmental working group
What's Eating Us
A comprehensive report by Bill Moyers found some unpleasant chemicals lurking where you would least expect - in your body.
chemicals • chemical industry • political contribution • pac • regulation
A comprehensive report by Bill Moyers found some unpleasant chemicals lurking where you would least expect - in your body.
chemicals • chemical industry • political contribution • pac • regulation
Beauty Bliss
Nearly all (93 per cent) of British women are using cosmetics in some shape or form, making the UK one of the highest users in Europe
beauty • cosmetics • wen • reach • the body shop
Nearly all (93 per cent) of British women are using cosmetics in some shape or form, making the UK one of the highest users in Europe
beauty • cosmetics • wen • reach • the body shop
Hidden Dangers in Cosmetics
Cosmetics, a leading industry in America, is also one of the least regulated industries. What is in your cosmetics that could be hazardous to your health?
hidden dangers in cosmetics • phthalates in cosmetics • formaldehyde in cosmetics • toxic cosmetic ingredients • dioxane in cosmetics
Cosmetics, a leading industry in America, is also one of the least regulated industries. What is in your cosmetics that could be hazardous to your health?
hidden dangers in cosmetics • phthalates in cosmetics • formaldehyde in cosmetics • toxic cosmetic ingredients • dioxane in cosmetics
Alternatives to Air Fresheners
With recent studies confirming the toxicity of conventional air fresheners, many households are looking for ways to freshen the air naturally; try one of these ideas.
alternatives to air fresheners • natural air fresheners • oil warmer • lamp ring • fan diffuser
With recent studies confirming the toxicity of conventional air fresheners, many households are looking for ways to freshen the air naturally; try one of these ideas.
alternatives to air fresheners • natural air fresheners • oil warmer • lamp ring • fan diffuser
Dangers of Kitchen Plastics
The FDA says plastic is safe for storing foods and liquids, yet consumer groups are warning these containers are dangerous. How does a consumer determine whom to believe?
plastic containers • polyethylene terephthalate • disposable bottles • water bottles • phthalates
The FDA says plastic is safe for storing foods and liquids, yet consumer groups are warning these containers are dangerous. How does a consumer determine whom to believe?
plastic containers • polyethylene terephthalate • disposable bottles • water bottles • phthalates
How To Green Your Sex Life
Sex accessories have always been a topic left for the wee hours of the morning. Today, it's more important than ever to have the sex shop discussion, in green style.
green sex toys • natural sex • eco friendly sex products • personal lubricant • natural lubricant
Sex accessories have always been a topic left for the wee hours of the morning. Today, it's more important than ever to have the sex shop discussion, in green style.
green sex toys • natural sex • eco friendly sex products • personal lubricant • natural lubricant
Organic Baby Products & Toys
An expert offers tips for keeping your baby healthy and safe. Toys and products that are organic, natural and lead-free, chemical-free and BPA-free can often help.
organic baby products • organic baby toys • natural baby products • natural baby toys • chemical free baby products
An expert offers tips for keeping your baby healthy and safe. Toys and products that are organic, natural and lead-free, chemical-free and BPA-free can often help.
organic baby products • organic baby toys • natural baby products • natural baby toys • chemical free baby products
Shopping Greener in 2007
How to avoid foods and household items that can harm the environment
green living • paraffin candles • tropical hardwoods • household chemicals • industrial farmed beef
How to avoid foods and household items that can harm the environment
green living • paraffin candles • tropical hardwoods • household chemicals • industrial farmed beef
Something's Lurking in the Shampoo
There is a possibility that parabens (a common preservative found in soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics) may encourage breast tumor growth. Here's what you need to know.
breast cancer • tumors • parabens • carcinogens • phthalates
There is a possibility that parabens (a common preservative found in soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics) may encourage breast tumor growth. Here's what you need to know.
breast cancer • tumors • parabens • carcinogens • phthalates
The State of Greenpeace
Greenpeace has used civil disobedience in order to defend the environment for nearly forty years. What has Greenpeace accomplished recently?
greenpeace • criticism • seafood • nuclear power • phthalates
Greenpeace has used civil disobedience in order to defend the environment for nearly forty years. What has Greenpeace accomplished recently?
greenpeace • criticism • seafood • nuclear power • phthalates
Soft Flexible Plastics May Present Risk of Cancer
A government study on the use of phthalates in toys has found that there is no serious risk of cancer or liver damage presented by by these products, but is that the end of the story?
phthalates • pvcs • dinp • cpsc • diisononyl phthalate
A government study on the use of phthalates in toys has found that there is no serious risk of cancer or liver damage presented by by these products, but is that the end of the story?
phthalates • pvcs • dinp • cpsc • diisononyl phthalate
Children's Books and the CPSIA
As the Feb. 10 deadline approaches, libraries and schools - as well as parents - are left wondering whether children's books are included in the list of banned products.
childrens books and cpsia • libraries and cpsia • does consumer product safety improvement act apply • what american library association says about cpsia • what cpsc says about childrens books
As the Feb. 10 deadline approaches, libraries and schools - as well as parents - are left wondering whether children's books are included in the list of banned products.
childrens books and cpsia • libraries and cpsia • does consumer product safety improvement act apply • what american library association says about cpsia • what cpsc says about childrens books
Hidden Toxins in Baby's Nursery
Dangerous chemicals and toxins lurk inside popular children's products. Research reveals these chemicals can cause cancer and other serious diseases.
hidden toxins in baby's nursery • dangerous chemicals in infant and children's produ • toxic chemicals in baby products • getting rid of toxic chemicals baby products • household toxic chemicals
Dangerous chemicals and toxins lurk inside popular children's products. Research reveals these chemicals can cause cancer and other serious diseases.
hidden toxins in baby's nursery • dangerous chemicals in infant and children's produ • toxic chemicals in baby products • getting rid of toxic chemicals baby products • household toxic chemicals
How To Green Your Sex Life By Recycling
Over the last two decades, recycling has made its way into the mainstream. Most homes now have at least one recycling bin which get filled up on a regular basis.
adult toy recycling • eco friendly sex toys • recycle vibrators • green sex toys • eco friendly adult toys
Over the last two decades, recycling has made its way into the mainstream. Most homes now have at least one recycling bin which get filled up on a regular basis.
adult toy recycling • eco friendly sex toys • recycle vibrators • green sex toys • eco friendly adult toys
Should You Green Your Sex Life?
Everyone's doing it...going green that is. You can green everything, including your sex life.
green sex • eco-friendly sex • going green • greening your sex life • have a green sex life
Everyone's doing it...going green that is. You can green everything, including your sex life.
green sex • eco-friendly sex • going green • greening your sex life • have a green sex life
Some CPSIA Requirements Pushed Back One Year
Sellers of children's toys, children's crafts and kids' clothing get a reprieve from the Feb. 10 testing and certification deadline.
some cpsia requirements pushed back one year • rules for consumer product safety improvement act • what new cpsia deadline means for businesses • problems with cpsia • what is not covered under new cpsia deadline
Sellers of children's toys, children's crafts and kids' clothing get a reprieve from the Feb. 10 testing and certification deadline.
some cpsia requirements pushed back one year • rules for consumer product safety improvement act • what new cpsia deadline means for businesses • problems with cpsia • what is not covered under new cpsia deadline
Top Kids Products of 2008
Everyday children's' products such as plates, cups, and bottles top this year's Gold Star Ziggits Award list for Best Kids Products.
top kids products of 2008 • ziggity zoom.com announces first annual ziggits aw • everyday children's products • alex super art table with paper roll and two bench • skiphop palette plate feeding set
Everyday children's' products such as plates, cups, and bottles top this year's Gold Star Ziggits Award list for Best Kids Products.
top kids products of 2008 • ziggity zoom.com announces first annual ziggits aw • everyday children's products • alex super art table with paper roll and two bench • skiphop palette plate feeding set
A Future With No Males Becoming Possible
With dangerous household products causing more female births and fertility treatments producing twins and triplets, men may be on the way out.
girl babies replace boys • twins triplets and multiple births • ordinary products • more girl than boy births • 106 boys to 100 girls
With dangerous household products causing more female births and fertility treatments producing twins and triplets, men may be on the way out.
girl babies replace boys • twins triplets and multiple births • ordinary products • more girl than boy births • 106 boys to 100 girls
Beauty Product Ingredients to Avoid
Cosmetics companies can use almost any chemical they want to create the desired cosmetic benefit; learn which personal care and beauty product ingredients to avoid.
natural cosmetics • beauty product ingredients • personal care product ingredients • green beauty products • cancer-causing chemicals
Cosmetics companies can use almost any chemical they want to create the desired cosmetic benefit; learn which personal care and beauty product ingredients to avoid.
natural cosmetics • beauty product ingredients • personal care product ingredients • green beauty products • cancer-causing chemicals
Eco-Friendly Shopping for Kids Clothing
Look for clothing that is organic and made of natural fibers when shopping for the family. Here are some tips to help make greener choices when it comes to clothes.
eco-friendly shopping for kids clothing • organic clothing • organic clothes • kids clothing and environment • buying clothes that are good for the family and th
Look for clothing that is organic and made of natural fibers when shopping for the family. Here are some tips to help make greener choices when it comes to clothes.
eco-friendly shopping for kids clothing • organic clothing • organic clothes • kids clothing and environment • buying clothes that are good for the family and th
Going Green When Going Toy Shopping for Kids
Holistic parents think about how their shopping choices can impact the world around them. Here are tips to help make thoughtful, ethical and green toy buying choices.
going green when going toy shopping for kids • thinking about the environment and ethics when buy • be careful of soft plastic toys • look for “natural” toys • research ethical standards of toy company
Holistic parents think about how their shopping choices can impact the world around them. Here are tips to help make thoughtful, ethical and green toy buying choices.
going green when going toy shopping for kids • thinking about the environment and ethics when buy • be careful of soft plastic toys • look for “natural” toys • research ethical standards of toy company
Ecological Impact of Plastic Lures
Soft plastic fishing lures contribute to the marine debris problem found in lakes and oceans. There are alternatives available for soft lure baits.
environment effects of soft plastic lures • ecological impact of plastic lures • biodegradable fishing lures • microfiber reinforced plastic lures • soft plastic lure marine debris
Soft plastic fishing lures contribute to the marine debris problem found in lakes and oceans. There are alternatives available for soft lure baits.
environment effects of soft plastic lures • ecological impact of plastic lures • biodegradable fishing lures • microfiber reinforced plastic lures • soft plastic lure marine debris
Federal Government Restricts Yard Sales
Under the guise of consumer protection, the government is now dictating what people can and cannot sell at a yard or garage sale, making them liable for dangerous goods
garage sale • yard sale • organizing • government regulation • reselling products
Under the guise of consumer protection, the government is now dictating what people can and cannot sell at a yard or garage sale, making them liable for dangerous goods
garage sale • yard sale • organizing • government regulation • reselling products
How New Child Safety Law Affects Parents
By Feb. 10, 2009, toy manufacturers will be required to test for lead and other chemicals in their products. What does this new law mean for parents?
new child safety law • what the consumer product safety improvement act m • what the cpsia does • the cpsia and home-based business • the cpsia and children
By Feb. 10, 2009, toy manufacturers will be required to test for lead and other chemicals in their products. What does this new law mean for parents?
new child safety law • what the consumer product safety improvement act m • what the cpsia does • the cpsia and home-based business • the cpsia and children
Kids Natural Personal Care Items
As more attention is being made to the environment, finding high quality natural kid's personal care products is becoming easier.
natural personal care items for children • california baby • burt’s bees • baby bee • dr. bronners
As more attention is being made to the environment, finding high quality natural kid's personal care products is becoming easier.
natural personal care items for children • california baby • burt’s bees • baby bee • dr. bronners
New Law Affecting Sale of Children's Products
Congress passed a law banning the sale of children's products without proof of testing for hazardous materials, effective February 10, 2009.
new law effecting the sale of children's products • buying and selling new and used products for kids • information about new law on children's products • who does the new law on children's products impact • congressional law passed about children's toys
Congress passed a law banning the sale of children's products without proof of testing for hazardous materials, effective February 10, 2009.
new law effecting the sale of children's products • buying and selling new and used products for kids • information about new law on children's products • who does the new law on children's products impact • congressional law passed about children's toys
The Effect of the New Toy Law on Thrift Stores
The CPSC issue a statement clarifying the requirements that the new toy law imposes on thrift and consignment stores.
the new toy law effect on thrift stores • thrift stores allowed to sell used children's item • new law effecting the sale of children's products • clarifiation on the new toy law • requirements in the new toy law
The CPSC issue a statement clarifying the requirements that the new toy law imposes on thrift and consignment stores.
the new toy law effect on thrift stores • thrift stores allowed to sell used children's item • new law effecting the sale of children's products • clarifiation on the new toy law • requirements in the new toy law
Children's Clothing and the New Child Safety Law
When the CPSIA goes into effect Feb. 10, parents who buy their children's clothes at thrift stores and consignment shops may have to look elsewhere.
children’s clothing • new child safety law • how consumer product safety improvement act affect • what cpsia means used children’s clothes • new exemptions cpsia
When the CPSIA goes into effect Feb. 10, parents who buy their children's clothes at thrift stores and consignment shops may have to look elsewhere.
children’s clothing • new child safety law • how consumer product safety improvement act affect • what cpsia means used children’s clothes • new exemptions cpsia
How to Identify Plastics and Their Codes
Every plastic item has a symbol and a code on the bottom: But which ones can be recycled and which ones are unsafe as toys or for food storage?
plastic identification code • recycling symbols • resin identification • codes • safe plastics
Every plastic item has a symbol and a code on the bottom: But which ones can be recycled and which ones are unsafe as toys or for food storage?
plastic identification code • recycling symbols • resin identification • codes • safe plastics
PVC-Free Rain Gear for Children and Adults
Choose nontoxic, PVC-free rain jackets, hats and boots made out of nylon, latex, and oilcloth from retailers like Puddle Gear, Hatley, Lands End, and LL Bean.
pvc-free rain wear • nontoxic rain jacket • no pvc rain coat • polyurethane rain wear • natural rubber boots
Choose nontoxic, PVC-free rain jackets, hats and boots made out of nylon, latex, and oilcloth from retailers like Puddle Gear, Hatley, Lands End, and LL Bean.
pvc-free rain wear • nontoxic rain jacket • no pvc rain coat • polyurethane rain wear • natural rubber boots
Shopping For Natural Skincare Products
What goes on your body also goes in your body, which is why you should avoid beauty products -- from face cream to conditioner -- that cointain harsh chemicals.
natural skin care • natural beauty products • chemical free beauty products • chemical free skin care • shopping for natural beauty products
What goes on your body also goes in your body, which is why you should avoid beauty products -- from face cream to conditioner -- that cointain harsh chemicals.
natural skin care • natural beauty products • chemical free beauty products • chemical free skin care • shopping for natural beauty products
Wholistically Green
A look at some of the areas beyond home energy use, gas mileage and food where green-minded consumers need to be alert.
green living • paper consumption • natural resources • environmentally friendly children's toys • natural cosmetics
A look at some of the areas beyond home energy use, gas mileage and food where green-minded consumers need to be alert.
green living • paper consumption • natural resources • environmentally friendly children's toys • natural cosmetics
Effects Of Toxins On the Human Body
Surprising findings have emerged from a recently reported study on the effects of chemicals on the human body. Here is a brief summary of the findings.
cotinine • mercury • environmentalists • plastic industry
Surprising findings have emerged from a recently reported study on the effects of chemicals on the human body. Here is a brief summary of the findings.
cotinine • mercury • environmentalists • plastic industry
First Juice Product Review
The best fruit juice for infants and toddlers is organic, low in sugar, and flavorful. First Juice is an excellent choice for a child's first fruit juice.
first juice product review • healthy juice for infants and toddlers • organic juice • purple carrots • first juice
The best fruit juice for infants and toddlers is organic, low in sugar, and flavorful. First Juice is an excellent choice for a child's first fruit juice.
first juice product review • healthy juice for infants and toddlers • organic juice • purple carrots • first juice
A Greener Halloween Tip Sheet
Halloween doesn't have to be full of processed, artificial-everything treats. Handy tips for parents looking for greener ideas for their little goblin.
how to green your halloween • eco-tips for halloween • better halloween candy ideas • halloween+environmentally friendly tips • a greener halloween
Halloween doesn't have to be full of processed, artificial-everything treats. Handy tips for parents looking for greener ideas for their little goblin.
how to green your halloween • eco-tips for halloween • better halloween candy ideas • halloween+environmentally friendly tips • a greener halloween
Beyond Skin Deep
Information about the Environmental Working Group's newly updated database on personal-care products and the chemicals they contain.
cosmetics • personal care products • shampoo • lotion • makeup
Information about the Environmental Working Group's newly updated database on personal-care products and the chemicals they contain.
cosmetics • personal care products • shampoo • lotion • makeup
Chemicals & Personal Care Products
Toxic chemicals in household and beauty products, such as DEA and SLS, present a health hazard and a very real danger to the environment and to plant and animal life.
chemicals in skin care • chemicals in cleaning products • environment and personal care products • sls sodium lauryl laureth sulfate • dea diethanolamine
Toxic chemicals in household and beauty products, such as DEA and SLS, present a health hazard and a very real danger to the environment and to plant and animal life.
chemicals in skin care • chemicals in cleaning products • environment and personal care products • sls sodium lauryl laureth sulfate • dea diethanolamine
Choosing a Better Nail Polish
Although nail polish is not completely healthy or environmentally-friendly, some companies have removed the worst toxic ingredients and offer safer nail polish options.
safer nail polish • pregnancy safe nail polish • non-toxic nail polish • water-based nail polish • mineral oil-based nail polish
Although nail polish is not completely healthy or environmentally-friendly, some companies have removed the worst toxic ingredients and offer safer nail polish options.
safer nail polish • pregnancy safe nail polish • non-toxic nail polish • water-based nail polish • mineral oil-based nail polish
Dirt Bike Bill Can Save Mini Bikes and ATVs
Youth mini bikes and ATVs can be saved if the "Dirt Bike Bill" succeeds in exempting such vehicles from the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).
atv lead ban • lead ban on youth atv • mini bike lead ban • dirt bike bill • malcolm smith
Youth mini bikes and ATVs can be saved if the "Dirt Bike Bill" succeeds in exempting such vehicles from the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).
atv lead ban • lead ban on youth atv • mini bike lead ban • dirt bike bill • malcolm smith
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