Simple Food Soynut Butter
January 22nd, 2008
I must admit that I love me some peanut butter, but these super cute and super healthy soynut butters from Simple Food might just convince me to branch out!
In addition to the No Salt, No Sugar version for purists, the offerings include Slightly Salted, Slightly Sweet, Cinnamon Sugar and even Chocolate!
The butters are peanut-free, tree nut-free, gluten-free, certified organic, vegan AND kosher, so whatever your particular dietary hangup, these soynut butters are bound to fit the bill.
To be honest, I just can’t wait to open my pantry door and see these adorable jars sitting on the shelf! Now I just need to find the perfect jelly…
UN Report on Climate Change
November 17th, 2007
Just in case you were unconvinced, the NY Times reports that the UN today released the final report of its panel on climate change.
According to the article,
Members of the panel said their review of the data led them to conclude as a group and individually that reductions in greenhouse gases had to start immediately to avert a global climate disaster, which could leave island states submerged and abandoned, African crop yields down by 50 percent, and cause a 5 percent decrease in global gross domestic product.
The panel, which was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize last month, said the world would have to reverse the growth of greenhouse gas emissions by 2015 to avert those problems and others.
Time to start washing those clothes in cold water!
Beat The Heat and Wash In Cold
November 17th, 2007
Climate scientists estimate the need to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions 80% by 2050 to avoid the worst effects of global warming. To reach that lofty milestone, each of us will need to focus on the opportunities within our reach today!
The national climate campaign known as C3 (Carbon Conscious Consumers) is challenging each of us to wash 80% of our laundry loads this year — 4 out of 5 loads — in cold water. By doing the majority of your laundry in cold water you’ll cut 72 pounds of CO2 emissions this month alone!
According to their website,
U.S. energy consumption is a major cause of climate change and, according to the Rocky Mountain Institute, water heating accounts for approximately 19 percent of total home energy use. Today’s more efficient clothes washers and laundry detergents make it possible to get both white and colored clothes clean in cold water. Unless you are dealing with extradordinarily tough stains, washing in hot water is more likely to clean out your wallet than your apparel.
If you’re willing to take the pledge and tell your friends, register here today. Not only are you helping to save the planet, keep the pledge up for a year and you’ll save more than $60 in energy costs too!
LED Holiday Lights
November 7th, 2007
One of my more civic-minded neighbors (Thanks, Kristina!) recently sent me an email to let me know that our little town of Los Gatos is competing in a contest against neighboring towns to see which community can convert more of their holiday decorations to LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes).
So just what are LEDs?
GagaGear.com
November 5th, 2007
Baby as accessory? Sure! Just look at Kate Hudson, Angelina Jolie, Madonna… (it helps if the baby is adopted and from a developing country, of course.)
Even if your baby isn’t quite the designer kind, you might want to check out GagaGear.com for some really cute (and organic cotton!) baby carriers.
From their website,
The Ellaroo Mei Tai is a versatile, sturdy, all-around baby carrier that can be worn on front, back, and side. Because the shoulder and waist straps are tied on however you like, the pack can be easily shared between parents of very different sizes. All color choices are reversible to solid organic canvas. Features of the Ellaroo Mei Tai include organic cotton batting, high-quality fabrics, and supportive straps and body piece for long-wearing comfort. It sells for $85.
Perhaps you need a dressier version for that holiday party? This 100% cotton Ellaroo Lightly Padded Baby Sling is beautiful in sky blue and chocolate and sells for $99.
Keep your baby close and still look like a fashion plate! What an incredible holiday gift!