Posts Tagged ‘no plastics’

Glass containers – fridge, oven, dishwasher safe

hey are back in stock!
The 12-cup, 5-cup and 2-cup glass containers which have glass lids that nest on the container are available now.
They go from the oven to the table in style and can even be used to freeze your meals or left overs.

Stainless steel sandwich container

Back in stock!
The small sandwich stainless steel container is back in stock. It is ideal for small sandwiches ( no large bread slices!) or snack.

Men are getting the “willies” about BPA.

Interestingly enough, this subject is showing up in the “mainstream” press. According to an article in “U.S. News & World Report“, BPA might be a cause for erectile dysfunction in men. For those of you that don’t know, BPA is an essential ingredient of polycarbonates, epoxy resins and many types of plastics. [...]

Lunch Bots

Be sure to check out the latest styles of high quality, 18/8 stainless steel lunchbox containers-Lunch Bots! They’re durable, lightweight, and best of all, reusable. My kids love them. With four different types to choose from, you’re sure to find something to fit your needs. Don’t miss out! Get yours before they’re gone! [...]

Damned Yankees

I’ve got to hand it the New Englanders. They don’t say much. But, they sure do a lot when it comes to recycling. In New Hampshire alone, recycling is about a $300 million industry, which employs about 5,000 people throughout the state. To get involved in recycling efforts in your area, [...]

The EPA & You.

Below are listed 6 principles that the EPA Administrator, Lisa P. Jackson, mentioned in a speech not long ago in San Francisco.
Principle #1: Chemicals Should Be Reviewed … on Sound Science.
Principle #2: Manufacturers Should Provide EPA with the Necessary Information… that New and Existing Chemicals are Safe.
Principle #3: Risk-Management Decisions Should Take into Account Sensitive [...]

Check this out!

Have you ever seen a product that made you say “Why didn’t I think of that?”
It’s called Blood Energy Drink. It even comes in its very own IV bag! As you can see in the photo, the blood type is B positive. I wonder if O negative taste any different?
Anyway, [...]

Next time you go shopping…

Have you noticed any really fat babies in the mall lately? I have. Infact since 1980 obesity in infants under 6 months had risen 73 percent according to a study released by the Harvard School of Public Health.
Furthermore, Japanese scientists have discovered that bisphenol A (the building block of hard, polycarbonate plastic, including [...]

What’s that triangle mean on the bottom of my plastic milk bottle?

If you’re like me, I’ll buy organic milk over the conventional stuff any day of the week. Even if it’s in a plastic bottle. Should I be buying cow’s milk in the first place? That’s a subject for another blog.
Anyway, make sure that the top is on tight and tip [...]

Visit the bulk food bins.

Most of my dishes center around a grain (basmati rice, quinoa or couscous), that I buy in bulk. Then, I make a recipe around it. Buying in bulk is nothing new to me. Besides, there is much less packaging to throw away. According to ShifYourHabit.com, If everyone in the U.S. bought [...]