Category: Health

When John Wesley Hyatt invented the first synthetic polymer in 1869, his invention was meant to stop the slaughter of elephants and tortoises for ivory and tortoiseshell. Leo Baekeland developed Bakelite, a synthetic plastic, several years later in 1907. This was the start of the world’s increased consumption of plastic goods.The problem is that plastic […]

Edward Carpenter discovered microplastics back in 1972, but they didn’t become known as microplastics for 32 years. A team led by Professor Richard Thompson studied the long-term accumulation of these tiny plastic particles in the oceans in 2004. Since then, microplastics have been of growing concern as they’re found in everything from the fish we […]

Researchers have already detected microplastics in fish, mussels, honey, and other common foods.

Here are recycling solutions for common personal care items that are probably in your bathroom right this second…

Current food labeling rules leave a lot of room for vague claims and misinformation. I’ve put together some practical ways you can demystify food labels the next time you are grocery shopping.

Which spices reduce inflammation? Which herbs can help you relax? Find out below!

Aloe vera, lemon and many other earth-derived items can work wonders.

Can’t sleep? Try one of these all-natural aids.

Plagued by a headache? Try one of these natural remedies.

Treat yourself this weekend with one of these decadent, DIY bath projects.