Showing posts with label Non-toxic products. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Non-toxic products. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Mother's Day Gift Ideas!

Mother’s Day is coming up, and we have been digging around our site, conjuring up ideas from past gifts, and picking our friend’s brains for Mother’s Day gift ideas to share!  Because every mom has different hobbies, interests, and passion, we realize that the pursuit of the “perfect” gift is nearly impossible.  So with this in mind, we thought we would come up some gift ideas for 5 “mom personas”! Do you know one of these moms? Have another mom persona and great gift ideas!? Are you a little bit of each, haha!? Leave your comments and suggestions below…we’d all love to hear from you!


The On-the-Go Mom
                        Rebel Green ~ Reusable Lunch Bag w/ Reusable Napkin, Free Bird/Bad Habits         To-Go Ware ~ RePEat Bamboo Utensil Set with Merlot Holder

The Foodie Mom
  • Cast iron cookware!  Great for searing meats at high temperatures, frying fish, and even baking!  These pans retain heat well allowing for even cooking and they are lead and PFOA free.
  • If she loves to curl up on the couch with a bowl of popcorn and a good movie, how about great foodie classics like Chocolat or Julie and Julia!?
Lodge Cast Iron ~ Lodge Logic Cast Iron Skillet, 6-1/2"
The Fitness Mom
Klean Kanteen Classic ~ 27 ounce Stainless Steel Bottle with Sports Cap

The Outdoorsy Mom

     Sanctus Mundo ~ Stainless Steel Plate            Sanctus Mundo ~ Stainless Steel Mug                Sanctus Mundo ~ Stainless Steel Bowl

The New Mom
  • Glass baby bottles!  These are free of BPA, phthalates, lead, and PVC.  The cap is even made from BPA free #5 plastic!
  • A cute (and reusable!) lunch box
  • How about a "night off" by babysitting for her!
                          Lifefactory ~ 4 ounce Glass Baby Bottle w/ Nipple                  Beatrix NY ~ JuJu the Ladybug Lunch Box

Happy Mother's Day Shopping!

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

10 Products Every Non-Toxic Kitchen Needs

            Cooking meals at home, where you know the ingredients, may be your preferred method of building a healthy eating lifestyle, but eating healthy doesn’t stop with the ingredients.  It’s more than just what you are eating—it’s how you prepare and cook your food too! So take a look at the type of cookware, kitchenware, and food storage products you are using at home because hazardous chemicals may leach into your food depending on the type of kitchenware you have.  Below is a list of 10 kitchenware products every non-toxic kitchen should have, but keep in mind that there are endless non-toxic kitchenware products to choose from depending on your lifestyle choices.

1.      Bamboo Cutting Boards:  A great alternative to plastic, bamboo is an eco-friendly, renewable resource that is antimicrobial by nature.
2.      Cast Iron Pans:  These pans are resistant to breakage, are known for having great heat retention, and can come pre-seasoned for flavorful cooking.
Lodge Cast Iron ~ Lodge Logic Cast Iron Skillet, 6.5"

3.     Bamboo Cooking Utensils:  Be sure to get bamboo cooking utensils made with formaldehyde-free glue and with no dyes or stains to be certain you’re choosing the best and safest alternatives for cooking. 

Bambu ~ Kitchen Basics 12" 3 piece Bamboo Utensil Set

4.      Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls:  Made of a material that is scratch-resistant and durable, stainless steel bowls last longer than plastic bowls, are usually dishwasher safe, and free from harmful chemicals like BPA. 
American Kitchen Bakeware ~ 3 piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set
5.      Glass Baking Dishes:  Unsafe products leach chemicals more quickly when exposed to extreme heat in the oven, so a material like glass is a safer choice since it is chemical free and oven-safe.  Plus, glass dishes can be used for food storage and can be safe for use in the microwave and dishwasher!
Anchor Hocking ~ Oven Basics 3 quart Bake Dish
6.      Stainless Steel Bakeware:  Bakeware made only of stainless steel is BPA free and PFOA free, making it a smart choice for a non-toxic kitchen.
American Kitchen Bakeware ~ 12" x 15" Stainless Steel Cookie Sheet
7.      100% Organic Cotton Oven Mitts: 100% organic cotton is grown without the use of chemicals and biologically-based fertilizers, a much safer method of producing cotton for the environment.  By using organic cotton textiles, you can still protect your hands from extreme heat with the added benefit of helping the environment.
Gourmet Classics ~ 100% Organic Cotton Terry Oven Mitt in Green
8.      Glass Dinner Plates: Using a glass plate at the dinner table, or even to heat up your food, you’ll be safe from BPA and lead, found in some plastic and painted plates.
Libbey ~ Moderno 10.6" Glass Dinner Plate
9.      Glass Food Storage Containers:  BPA free glass containers come in different shapes and sizes for easy storage of food in the fridge.  Many glass containers are freezer, microwave, and oven safe.  If the glass container has a plastic lid, verify that it is BPA free.
Anchor Hocking ~ TrueSeal Round Food Storage Containers Set
10.  Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products:  The safest and most environmentally friendly way to clean your kitchen is to use natural cleaning products and reusable cloths, like SKOY, that are 100% biodegradable, chlorine-free, and natural.
SKOY Cleaning Cloths in White (set of 4)

 ~ Ivana


Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Lifefactory Bottles ~ Why I Can't Go Anywhere without Mine!

When they first started using Lifefactory water bottles at home, my mom and sister, Hannah, knew they had to share this safe and innovative product with others!  I soon started using Lifefactory bottles as well and easily saw why my mom and sister were so excited about letting others know about these bottles.  So I thought I’d also give my little “hoorah” and help spread the Lifefactory love myself….here’s my take on the Lifefactory bottles and why I can’t go anywhere without mine!
Lifefactory bottles are made of non-toxic materials giving them both personal and environmental health benefits.  The main component of the bottles is, well, the bottle itself, which is made from glass. When it comes to taste, I’ve noticed a much fresher and more pure flavor when drinking water from a glass bottle over one made from plastic (a bland…toxic…flavor) or stainless steel (more of a metallic taste that bothers some). In terms of non-toxic characteristics, glass is a great choice because it is free from chemicals—in particular BPA—which helps me keep my body healthy and chemical free.  As for the environment, glass is 100% recyclable and reusable, which helps me eliminate the amount of waste I create.  The second component of the glass bottle is the food-grade and non-toxic silicone sleeve used to help minimize the chance for breakage that can occur when glass is involved.  Finally, the Lifefactory bottle is sealed with a BPA-free plastic lid to help prevent leaking.
The Lifefactory bottles also have an aesthetic appeal that I love! The silicone sleeves and BPA free plastic caps come in a variety of playful colors—my favorite being sky blue.  I actually have a few of these water bottles in different colors and sizes at home, so I often like to switch around the caps to the bottles!  And in case you are wondering, yes, the caps for the 16oz and 22oz bottles are the same size, so switching around caps for a colorful bottle combination is super easy.
The only downside I can think to bring up about the Lifefactory bottle is the obvious chance for breakage (which I mentioned previously). But being the good company that they are, Lifefactory has a solution in addition to the silicone sleeve to help increase the warranty of your bottle: they will replace a broken bottle…for free!  
Lifefactory bottles, in my opinion, are worth getting.  I’m proud to carry them around because I know they are representing my non-toxic lifestyle.  They’re great conversation starters too!  Whenever I’m complimented on the bottle’s design, I mention that it’s made of glass.  Often times, I get a confused and surprised look which is the perfect opportunity for me to educate other and help spread the word about choosing non-toxic products for on-the-go!
I leave you with the thought that if you’re ready to make the switch to a more toxin-free lifestyle, try Lifefactory Glass Bottles when hydrating on-the-go! I honestly think you’ll love the fresh taste of your beverage, they style, and, of course, its warranty J. Show your body and the earth some love…switch to glass!
~ Ivana
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