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The Canadian Press
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In our daily war against germs, triclosan has become the weapon of choice. But has our obsession with cleanliness got us using dangerous antibacterial products that promise protection but deliver the opposite? more »
Now that winter’s icy grip has taken hold, food can be scarce for our feathered friends. Urban development and loss of habitat have decreased winter food supplies, so they can use some help. more »
Whether you are huddling from the cold or just wanting to lounge in something comfortable, the perfect eco-sleepwear is out there. Organic cotton, silk, and bamboo are widely available online and in-store. By far, the most popular is the ever-so-cozy organic flannel. more »
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner and you’re lucky enough to have a "special someone", you might be spending more of your time between the sheets than usual. more »
Nothing says romance like Valentine’s Day, so send hearts racing with the perfect kiss this February. more »
Eco-friendly girlfriends are going to want eco-friendly gifts. Valentine’s Day can pose a huge problem to the loving, but eco-ignorant boyfriend who doesn’t know the difference between fair trade dark chocolate and the junk they find at the nearest drugstore. more »
How’s your breath? Nothing derails romance quicker than a malodorous mouth. But, before you grab that brightly coloured, drugstore mouthwash, think again! The very stuff you’re sloshing around in your mouth in pursuit of oral freshness might actually be doing more harm than good! more »
Looking for your romantic recycler? How about a curvy conservationist? Want to get earth-friendly with that special someone? The Internet might be the place to meet your green dream. more »
It’s Super Bowl weekend and there are going to be parties all over North America. Along with the actual game, the biggest Super Bowl Party is going green. more »
Planning your own Super Bowl party? Follow our quick tips to make your party eco-friendly and score a touchdown. more »
Our new energy saving CFL light bulbs have to be handled differently that incandescent bulbs. Like other fluorescent lamps, CFLs contain mercury so should be disposed of properly (no throwing into your regular garbage). more »
Condoms have come a long way since the days when they had to be hidden under the counter. They’ve gone mainstream but how enviro-friendly are they? more »
Fire logs, coffee grounds, corn pellets, wood pellets, or wood? What’s the greenest wood for your fireplace? more »
Your sweetheart deserves the best and shouldn’t be popping chemicals along with Valentine bon-bons. Buying fair trade, organic chocolates spreads the love around. more »
Champagne has long been a symbol of romance. This Valentine season, impress your enviro-honey with some of the green bubbly. more »