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Experts Share Ideas for Greener Living

Posted on June 10, 2013 | Leave a comment

Many people will argue that the greatest barrier to living a greener lifestyle — one that involves more organic or environmentally friendly food or home and personal care products — is the prohibitive cost.

Experts acknowledge that manufacturers and consumers do pay more for natural products, but they hope, as the market shifts toward more nontoxic alternatives, prices will become more affordable.

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I asked a few experts how we can live a healthier lifestyle on a budget: Christopher Gavigan, who with actress Jessica Alba, co-founded the Honest Co. — makers of safe, nontoxic and effective personal care and cleaning products — and green living proponent Indie Lee of indielee.com.

Lee began her journey as a green expert in 2009 after surviving a brain tumor that may have been caused by environmental toxins. Gavigan has long been a champion of children’s health and development. That led him to partner with Alba, who describes in her book “The Honest Life: Living Naturally and True to You” (Rodale, $23) how motherhood made her question “greenwashing” in many products.

“Most people think living greener is about safeguarding the Earth, but my approach is about living for your health, which ultimately has positive impacts for the planet,” Gavigan says. Gavigan and Lee agree it is possible to live green without spending too much green.

Here they each offer a few baby steps:

Personal care/office

• Purchase glass nail files that you can wash and reuse. It may cost an extra $2, but it will never wear down, Lee says.

• Use a crystal goblet or cute Mason jar to sip water at your desk rather than continually purchasing water bottles.

• Look for clothing brands that offer affordable, sustainable products without sacrificing style. Lee suggests H&M Conscious.

• Rather than buying a huge pack of pens, purchase a chic fountain pen and buy inexpensive refills.

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Eco Conscious Clothing Line at Major Department Store

Posted on April 7, 2013 | Leave a comment

Pieces in the new line are made from organic cotton, recycled polyester, recycled polyamide and Tencel. Shoppers are encouraged to bring in their old items to receive discounts on their purchases. ”Ninety five percent of the clothes people throw away can be reused, but they just end up in landfill,” Stroup said.

See more at: http://blog.sfgate.com/chronstyle/2013/04/05/new-eco-line-from-hm-is-sustainability-stylish/

Green Tips for All Over Your Home

Posted on June 6, 2012 | Leave a comment

Spring is a good time to look at your “green” habits at home. Builders, remodelers, interior designers and real-estate agents encourage ways to improve energy efficiency — “acts of green” — on your own turf.

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From lighting to heating/air to appliances to accessories, here are their tips:

Keep the air filters clean: Heating and air can account for up to 30 percent of your utility bills. Make sure your air filters are clean and Freon is charged to proper levels.

Emphasize natural sunlight: Use minimal window coverings to maximize natural light. Paint your north-facing rooms in lighter colors to maximize sunlight in the winter months.