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How to Lower Your Risk From the Chemicals in Seafood
OystersOysters sponge chemicals, so I check where they’ve been raised. If they were near a military base, the Chesapeake, the lower Puget, or urban centers, then I won’t touch them. It requires a little effort, but you can do this by checking Google Maps for the oyster farm’s location in relation to nearby military bases and urban centers. ShrimpWhile I…
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How to Choose a Baby Lotion Without Harmful Chemicals
If you’re in search of a safer, more sustainable baby lotion, consider one of our recommended options above. Or shop using the following tips: Avoid ethoxylated ingredients. 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide aren’t listed on labels, but you can still avoid them by looking for terms like PEG and polysorbate on labels, typically listed alongside a number like polysorbate 20 or…
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How to Choose a Diaper Rash Cream Without Harmful Chemicals
Diaper creams are used to prevent or treat diaper rash. Some of them moisturize and protect the skin by forming a barrier. Other creams have active ingredients that treat diaper rash. Whatever the purpose, these products contain ingredients lists that can be difficult to decipher, making it hard to know if you’re choosing the right option for your baby and…
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