PARENTS, CARERS AND TEACHERS: ZERO WASTE SCHOOL SUPPLIES? YES – IT IS POSSIBLE.

Book covers, school supplies wrapped in plastic, new clothes in single-use bags, plastic lunch boxes….Back to school generates a lot of plastic waste. But is it possible to turn your school into a zero waste champion? We have some good news: Yes. The truth is that you as a parent, carer or teacher, have an … Continue reading “PARENTS, CARERS AND TEACHERS: ZERO WASTE SCHOOL SUPPLIES? YES – IT IS POSSIBLE.”

HEALTHY AND PLASTIC-FREE PREGNANCY

The pregnancy is a very important moment in our babies´construction. This is the period of the formation of their organs and the ensemble of the physical elements which will enable them to benefit a great health in the future. During his first months within his mother’s uterus, the foetus is especially sensitive to his environment. … Continue reading “HEALTHY AND PLASTIC-FREE PREGNANCY”

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BABY FROM ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS

What are endocrine disruptors? Endocrine disruptors are synthetic or -rarely- natural substances that alter our hormonal system. The most common disruptors are: bisphenols (not just A), phthalates, heavy metals, flame retardants, parabens, etc. They are responsible for numerous health problems such as cancer, diabetes or neurological diseases and can affect fertility.