Plastics

Plastics are everywhere—convenient, cheap, and nearly impossible to avoid. But they come with hidden costs. Many plastics contain harmful chemicals that leach into your food and drinks, increasing exposure to substances linked to health concerns. The good news? You can take simple steps to reduce your plastic use—especially in the kitchen—and choose safer alternatives that protect your health and the environment. 

Toys should inspire imagination, creativity, and fun! However, inadequate protections for products mean that toys, even those made for very small children, can contain hazardous chemicals and plastics.

Families with college-age kids are checking off their Dorm Essentials lists and packing up the car for that iconic family event – College Move-In Day. Here are some tips to reduce your college student’s exposure to toxic chemicals in their new digs and making a healthy college dorm room for them.