Who would have thought baking sheets could be toxic? I mean it’s really no surprise because it seems like everywhere we turn, there are additives, harmful chemicals, and toxic solutions that fill the shelves! But, when you find out that these harmful chemicals might be present in your baking sheets, the reality of what we …
When we head over to our stove to make a fresh pot of tea, most of us aren’t thinking about what tea kettles are made of. But we should be, and here’s why: Not all tea kettles are non-toxic, and since they come in contact with tea (something we drink), it’s important to buy a …
Buying a non-toxic waffle maker doesn’t have to be hard. But there are some things you should know before you start shopping. When people head into the big box stores to buy appliances, toxicity is a concept that isn’t really on our minds. After all, we’re just buying a waffle maker right? When it comes …
Depending on what type of floor you have or if you have pets and children, you may clean your floors more often than the average person. Even though we want a good cleaner is it possible to find a non-toxic cleaner that is safe for our family? The short answer is yes, and we are …
Plastic containers are so easy and convenient to use. We use them in our homes to carry our lunches and to store leftovers. Restaurants use them to store their prepped food for the next shift and to send them home with us when we order takeout. It’s okay to use plastic food storage containers as …
Take a look at nearly any wedding registry, and you’re likely to find some enamel cookware. Dutch ovens and braisers are extremely popular in kitchens across the globe, and many people consider them a “must have” item. Is enamel cookware safe though? Let’s take a look at how it’s made and what could be hiding …
With so many people worried about the toxicity of their kitchenware, silicone is all the rage. You can easily find silicone cookware, silicone bakeware, and plenty of silicone utensils when you’re walking down the aisles of your local Target. Is silicone cookware really safer and more non-toxic than traditional cookware though? This post may contain …
If you’re looking to replace your non-stick teflon cookware, you’ve probably come across GreenPan when doing your research. You may be wondering if they’re really safe and non-toxic or if there are any honest GreenPan reviews out there that will make you feel comfortable with your purchase decision. When my husband and I decided to …
I love a good cup of tea. I think I got into it when I was pregnant and couldn’t have as much caffeine. The warm feel of a cup of tea can be just as wonderful as coffee. I’m not alone in thinking this. In fact, tea is the second most consumed beverage on the …
Non-stick cookware has been a kitchen staple for decades. It’s on nearly every wedding registry, and every family seems to have their favorite brand, favorite type, and favorite piece. It’s the old-reliable, and it’s truly no wonder why. I mean, it’s absolutely amazing to cook with. You can cook scrambled eggs with little to no …
I can’t believe it, but we just got rid of all of our non-stick cookware. I hadn’t planned to do it yet. It was actually going to be one of the last things we replaced… mainly because we had a REALLY nice set that was given to us when we got married, and I loved …
When I started with the organic movement, food was the first thing that changed in our house. To be honest, I hadn’t really thought about all of the other toxins that could be in our home, but I knew that all of the processed foods in our pantry definitely weren’t good for us. It actually …
