Monthly Archives: August 2010

Back to the Basics with a Lifefactory Glass Water Bottle

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Alina Jesien
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OK, so we know that disposable water bottles are the devil’s work. And we’ve made our choice to not drink bottled water because we know that bottled water is 2,000 times more energy intensive than tap water. But with all of the water bottles out there, aren’t you tired of hearing about BPA-this and cancer-causing-that? Maybe it’s time that we look back to an enduring and recyclable friend. Today, this friend comes in the form of a beautifully designed, 22oz, Lifefactory Glass Water Bottle. Read more »

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Back to (Eco) School, Izzit’s top choices and “e”inc.

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Tom Permatteo
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Unlike our little green Sasquatch Izzit, who legend has it was home schooled, it’s almost time for kiddies of all ages to get back to school and further their education.  To help students do everything from staying organized to getting their lunches, books and other supplies to their temples of learning in an eco-sustainable way, IzzitGreen has found a bunch of cool, environmentally friendly school products from our partner BuyGreen.com.  And as part of IzzitGreen’s efforts to help educate all youngsters, and through them hopefully their parents, Izzit will donate a portion of our proceeds from August 18th to August 25th, 2010 to help the non profit “e”inc. continue its mission of bringing environmental learning right into the classroom.

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Top 10: Bamboo Lingerie, Organic Intimates and Eco-Underthings

Top 10: Bamboo Lingerie, Organic Intimates and Eco-Underthings
Posted on August 12, 2010 by Alina Jesien
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Now you can go au naturel without bearing it all. These top picks from around the world are all made with eco-friendly materials such as bamboo, organic cotton or recycled pine fiber. Green fabrics have many other benefits aside from a lower impact on the environment. Bamboo fibers are incredibly soft, wick moisture, have natural pores to keep you fresh, and they come in really handy if you’re trying to seduce a panda bear. These eco-friendly underthings are also naturally hypo-allergenic and toxin-free. Sustainable textiles not only look and feel stunning, but they can help ease the mind of your tree-hugging boyfriend. Supporting sexy, sustainable companies never felt so good.

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Sustainable Baby Products for your Newborn

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Renee Cornett
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Not that I’m saying pink and blue are a thing of the past, but a green newborn, the organic sustainable green that is, is getting easier every day. And on track with you and your little ones sustainable lifestyle, BuyGreen has some pretty cool, very green, baby products.

Baby Clothing:

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8 Beautiful Ways to Greenify Your Yoga Workout

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Alina Jesien
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I seem to have a difficult time finding my center and breathing deep when I am worrying about inhaling toxic chemicals from my PVC mat, or worrying about where I can find a public recycling bin to toss my plastic water bottle. Check out this sustainable yoga gear to help you clear your mind and the air.

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