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Entries by Deirdre Dolan Home Safe Alternatives to Baby Lotions and Wipes Phthalates are a growing concern but there are baby lotions and wipes that are free of toxic substances, and techniques that can alleviate the need for most lotions, powders and wipes in the first place. Setting the Bar on Formaldehyde at Home The federal government should adopt California's strict limits on formaldehyde, particularly when it comes to manufactured homes, as the FEMA toxic trailer debacle should make clear. What's In Your Breastmilk? (And Is It Safe For Baby?) Phthalates are present in breast milk and may concern mothers worried about the way the chemical affects hormones in laboratory studies, but the nutritional benefits of breast milk may outweigh those concerns. The Dirt on Getting Clean Research raises concerns about triclosan and triclorcarban, ingredients in many cleansers and personal care products. Men Prefer Meat, Women Love Lettuce There are lots of good environmental reasons to go vegetarian. More women than men seem to do it, though. Earth's Best Withdraws Infant Formula Due to Fishy Smell Earth's Best infant formula was withdrawn, apparently because of a "fishy smell," as the Year of the Recall continues. Many Toxic Toys Still for Sale This Holiday Tips and resources for avoiding toxic toys. Reduce Seasonal Garbage Guilt By Reducing Garbage Easy tips for reducing your holiday waste load. The Proof is In: Organic is More Nutritious Studies show organic food is more nutritious. Avoid Hyperactive Additives Found in Infant Medicines Avoid foods heavy with additives. They have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Avoid Bisphenol-A In Bottles and Cans Bisphenol-A may disrupt the hormonal system, and it is found in common everyday products like many bottles and cans. Breast Is Best, But What's Next? I researched all of the options for organic infant formula, and found three that I really trust: Earths Best, owned by Horizon (which is owned by Dean Foods), Similac Organic (new to the market), and Babys Only from Natures One. |
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