$417 Million Awarded in Baby Powder Suit—Talc Connection to Cancer
On Monday a Los Angeles jury ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $417 million in damages to a woman who developed ovarian cancer after using their trademarked baby powder for decades. Many women use baby powder in their genital area for the same reason...Women of Color Exposed to More Toxic Chemicals in their Beauty Products than white women
According to a commentary published last week in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, women of color have higher levels of chemicals in their bodies related to exposure through beauty products than white women. The authors say even small...Is It Toxic to Eat Off Depression Glass?
Question from TA Hi Debra, I’m wondering if you’ve ever looked into whether “Depression glass” is toxic to eat off of. I have a set that was gifted to me years ago; it was a collection that was built up over time, just as a...Crystal Vases and Bowls
Question from TA Hi Debra, I know that lead crystal is harmful in that one shouldn’t eat or drink from it. But is there any concern about having it in the house in general? For instance, if there is a vase or decorative bowl, could a person end up with lead on...Craft Beer Brewers Consider the Effects of Beermaking
I read an interesting article about how and why craft beer brewers are finding “innovative ways to guard the water, soil, air and climate on which their businesses depend.” Well, right there is something different than usual. We don’t often see the...New Study Shows People Would Buy Green Products—If They Had Enough Information
A new study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, notes that Internet-based companies have the opportunity to help the environment if they would just tell consumers about their environmentally friendly choices. Researchers found...Stubby Pencil Studio
“Looking for the most safe, non-toxic and creative art supplies for kids? Here’s where you start!…We have a passion and commitment to sourcing non-toxic art supplies for children…a wide selection of art materials that are healthy for children,...Fabricadabra
This is basically a pillow website, but they also sell fabric by the yard, throws and bedcovers, pillow inserts, and floor cushions. “…made only from natural, non-toxic fabrics. Globally inspired throw pillows include ikats, suzanis, wax prints, organic cotton,...Moon Spoons
I first found MoonSpoons in a handmade crafts store and bought one of their wooden tongs because I love the nature-inspired designs: stars, the moon, leaves, flowers and more. Their new line features designs based in architectural elements. Their spoons and other...
