As temperatures rise and mosquitoes hatch in swarms, the danger of toxic chemicals loom in common household repellents. Chemically produced mosquito repellents pose a threat to user’s health
Showing posts with label Dig Deeper. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dig Deeper. Show all posts
14 May 2023
08 May 2023
The Benefits of Natural DIY Skincare
8:30 AM
Dig Deeper, DIY skincare, natural beauty, natural skin care, non-toxic
Since when did skincare, even natural skin care, become so complicated. From anti-aging creams to pore minimising serums, we lather ourselves in creams, oils, scrubs and treatments promoting
16 February 2018
What is a circular economy?
9:38 AM
Dig Deeper, Environmental Impact, save waste
Image by circular.flanders (on Instagram) What is a circular economy? A circular economy is based on a regenerative system where resources input and waste are reduced by recycling,
29 January 2018
Hemp food approved for consumption
6:00 PM
Dig Deeper, hemp
Touted for its significant health benefits, it is likely hemp will rise to be Australia’s new favourite superfood.After years of lobbying, national and state food minsters recently approved
12 December 2017
The environmental problem with palm oil
1:57 PM
Dig Deeper, palm oil
The world is currently bordering on witnessing the utter consequences of a significant environmental disaster. The global consumption of palm oil intensified by recent decades of commercial demand
04 August 2017
Why bamboo is better for your health and the environment
10:39 AM
bamboo, Dig Deeper, eco friendly, non-toxic
Most products currently sold to consumers are made from plastic. From pegs and coat hangers to toothbrushes and clothing. Over the years, the material has become engrained in
30 March 2017
The health impacts of synthetic fragrance
3:50 PM
chemicals, Dig Deeper, fragrance, we breathe
Synthetic fragrance is now infused in the most basic household products used daily, from toothpaste and cosmetics to washing powder and bin liners. Society is suffering with the
22 March 2017
Cutting chemicals out of cosmetics
10:07 AM
beauty, chemicals, Dig Deeper, DIY skincare, natural beauty, we change
The inexplicable rise of certain health conditions along with research conducted on the health impacts of chemicals raises concerns about the safety of ingredients in chemical produced personal
02 March 2017
What toxic chemicals are in your toothpaste?
12:43 PM
Dig Deeper, we change
Toothpaste developed by multinational corporations is commonly formulated using a combination of toxic ingredients recognised, to a certain degree, for their health risks. Ingredients such a Triclosan, Sodium
10 February 2017
What is in your sunscreen?
8:46 AM
Dig Deeper, natural sunscreen, non-toxic, sun protection, sunscreen, we change
Choosing a sunscreen can be hard. There are numerous options on the market that offer various levels of protection and contain countless ingredients both of which can be
19 January 2017
Why is BPA the only concern?
3:24 PM
Dig Deeper, eco toys, PVC, we change
The humble rubber duck made from Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) receives less recognition as a harmful product but places equal health concerns to Bisphenol A (BPA). The term ‘BPA-free’
09 February 2012
Put a cork in it
10:19 PM
Dig Deeper, organic wine and beer, recycling, we change, we save
When 80% of the 20 billion bottles of wine produced in the world each year use natural corks, why do nearly all wine bottles in Australian bottle shops
27 September 2011
Non stick cookware - a cautionary tale
7:35 AM
Dig Deeper, favourite Biome products, healthy home, Neoflam, we change, we cook, we eat
A cautionary tale So far this story has followed a plot-line similar to that of so many human-created chemicals. Invented by accident, its benefits are found to make
15 July 2011
Mr Harvey, can't you use your media power for good?
12:53 PM
Dig Deeper, eco consumer watch, we change, we save
Photo from Greenpeace Australia Pacfic website There is no doubt that Gerry Harvey is a very influential person in Australia due to the media air time that he
05 July 2011
BPA Free news
4:07 PM
BPA free, Dig Deeper, lunch boxes, water bottle, we change
Pictured here: LifeFactory glass bottles with silicone covers As reported on Channel 10 news tonight, 5 July 2011 Channel Ten news tonight aired an informative story on the
24 March 2011
Natural repellent - where did they do?
12:04 AM
Dig Deeper, favourite Biome products, non-toxic pest control, we change
Have been looking for your favourite natural mosquito repellent but can't find it on the shelf anymore? All manufacturers of products making claims about their "mosquito repellent" properties
12 May 2010
Palm oil labelling Bill needs your support
10:36 PM
Dig Deeper, eco consumer watch, endangered species, palm oil, we change, we save
So far removed and yet so connected. There may be some encouraging news for the orangutans and endangered species of SE Asia's rainforests if the machinery of our
05 February 2010
Is every stainless steel bottle created equal? The story of two bowls.
6:23 PM
Dig Deeper, Klean Kanteen, Nathan, stainless steel bottle, Thermos, water bottle, we change
There are two stainless steel mixing bowls in my kitchen cupboard. One feels more solid and has aged gracefully with use, the scratches seem to absorb into the
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