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Plastic-Free Food Storage Solutions

Plastic-Free Food Storage Solutions

by guest blogger Toni Becker, member of the Rodale’s editorial team Regardless of our cultural, family, or religious traditions, at this time of year we can all rely on one constant: food, and lots of it! But how are you going to store it, transport it, and keep it fresh, and above all, safe? The […]

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Maria's Five Favorites: Feel Beautiful this Holiday Season

Maria’s Five Favorites: Feel Beautiful this Holiday Season

‘Tis the season to sparkle, shine, and get dressy! In honor of the upcoming holidays—and all the parties, hosting, and dressing up they entail—here are my favorite earth-friendly holiday essentials for creating a look that will leave you feeling beautiful inside and out. 1. Organic Luminous Shimmer Scrub. This scrub literally leaves you sparkling. The […]

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Do You Really Know What's in Your Favorite Lip Balm?

Do You Really Know What’s in Your Favorite Lip Balm?

by guest blogger Ava Anderson, safe products advocate The crisp, late-autumn air means that chapped lips are on their way. But before you reach for that conventional lip balm to treat them, read this: Chapped lips are not just an annual annoyance; they are your lips’ cry for help. When our lips become dry from […]

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The Apron, Then and Now

The Apron, Then and Now

by guest blogger Toni Becker, member of the Rodale’s editorial team A good apron is like a best friend—it offers comfort, support, and covers you in a pinch. That’s why people have been relying on both for centuries. The Early Days Some trace the apron back to Adam and Eve, while others point to Egyptian paintings, which […]

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How Yoga Mats Made from Algae Could Help Save the Planet

How Yoga Mats Made from Algae Could Help Save the Planet

by guest blogger Gillian Francella, multimedia journalist and newly converted vegan/vegetarian It seems like a scenario that would play out on Spongebob Squarepants: Spongebob needs a pair of running shoes, so he goes to the store and grabs a new pair of algae kicks complete with green soles and the latest lightweight, no-tear technology. But […]

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Maria's Five Favorites: Holiday Hostess Gifts

Maria’s Five Favorites: Holiday Hostess Gifts

October has come and gone, which means prep is starting to ramp up for the November and December holidays. The good news is there is so much to enjoy this time of year—especially the moments you’ll spend with love ones around a table. The not-so-good news is there is a lot to get done between […]

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5 Clever Pumpkin Carving Hacks

5 Clever Pumpkin Carving Hacks

by the Rodale’s team Happy Halloween! Before you get to trick-or-treating tonight, prep your doorstep with some fun and festive pumpkins. For inspiration on how to brighten your porch for the night, we’ve rounded up our five favorite tips for creating long-lasting, great-smelling, and beautifully carved pumpkins. To get started, watch the video below before […]

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A New Form of Sustainable American Fashion

A New Form of Sustainable American Fashion

by guest blogger Brian Linton, president and co-founder of United By Blue Is being made of organic cotton or recycled polyester enough for a clothing product to be considered sustainable? Quite possibly. But sustainability in fashion is often more complicated than a label may suggest. In order to deem it truly sustainable, you have to […]

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