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What 'reusable' actually has to mean to reduce ...
The word 'reusable' shows up on everything from coffee cups to tote bags. Here's what it has to mean before it actually reduces waste.
What 'reusable' actually has to mean to reduce ...
The word 'reusable' shows up on everything from coffee cups to tote bags. Here's what it has to mean before it actually reduces waste.
Silicone food storage: when 'food grade' is eno...
The phrase 'food grade' shows up on nearly every silicone bag and container. Here is what it actually tells you — and what it leaves out.
Silicone food storage: when 'food grade' is eno...
The phrase 'food grade' shows up on nearly every silicone bag and container. Here is what it actually tells you — and what it leaves out.
Beeswax wraps versus plastic wrap: what the lif...
Beeswax wraps get called 'natural' and 'sustainable' — but those words mean nothing without certifications to back them up. Here's what to look for.
Beeswax wraps versus plastic wrap: what the lif...
Beeswax wraps get called 'natural' and 'sustainable' — but those words mean nothing without certifications to back them up. Here's what to look for.
Stainless steel straws: what 'food-safe' actual...
"Food-safe" on a stainless steel straw sounds reassuring, but the phrase alone means nothing without a verifiable certification behind it. Here's what to look for.
Stainless steel straws: what 'food-safe' actual...
"Food-safe" on a stainless steel straw sounds reassuring, but the phrase alone means nothing without a verifiable certification behind it. Here's what to look for.
Bamboo toothbrushes: what 'compostable' actuall...
Bamboo toothbrushes are everywhere, and most of them say 'compostable.' Here's how to tell when that word is backed by something real.
Bamboo toothbrushes: what 'compostable' actuall...
Bamboo toothbrushes are everywhere, and most of them say 'compostable.' Here's how to tell when that word is backed by something real.
What "cruelty-free" actually has to mean
"Cruelty-free" has no legal definition in the United States. Any brand can print it on a label. Here's how to tell when the label is backed by something — and...
What "cruelty-free" actually has to mean
"Cruelty-free" has no legal definition in the United States. Any brand can print it on a label. Here's how to tell when the label is backed by something — and...