Everything about this topic is complicated. It runs from how the cow was born and raised to how it is treated, which leads to how the milk gets extracted (and how often). The process in obtaining the milk. What does it mean for it to be “ethical”? This is not a means to turn someone…
It’s not the first nor the last time you hear about almonds (milk) being great for your health yet terrible for the environment. It’s a selfish struggle to not care about the long term repercussions of our actions vs our health. The Good: Health benefits (unless you’re allergic). Takes care of your brain, cholesterol, bone health, your…
Big chain coffee stores and their transition to source ethical coffee…It’s been a long time coming and it’s finally here. It seems more of a standard than a choice nowadays. Maybe it’s a new way of marketing coffee to be “upscale” and worth the higher value. Nonetheless, I do believe it’s a good move by…
Nestlé announced their plans to be the first global chocolate brand to use only sustainably sourced cocoa to manufacture all of its products, starting Q1 of 2016. Was this them trying to be a leader or reacting to recent discoveries into the faults found in their supply chain or here? Nestlé Cocoa Plan: 2013: Purchased 62 299…
If clothes define who we are; If we choose our clothing to express ourselves; If branding is important to (some of) us…What stops us from creating a story from the clothes we wear? The honest story that is. I was inspired by the post by Larry Fedoruk on “Joe Fresh Fail“. A $10 shirt from Joe…
Liberating, Free, Ethical, Sustainable, Clean! Is that what I should feel when I buy the “right” things? This post is to document my feelings and thoughts in my own journey to becoming “better” with cosmetics I use, apparel I buy and food I eat. It’s tough. No kidding. I can’t afford this lifestyle, which goes back…
*Warning – The following can be considered a food post!* I had the pleasure to attend a culinary event based on sustainable food sources on Wednesday February 11th, which incorporated understanding the importance of bees in our world while also tasting the food they pollinate during the different seasons. The event came at a cost…
It’s another cold winter day and i’m still searching for that perfect winter jacket. What embeds a “perfect” jacket? One that I know will keep me warm, isn’t too heavy, has the right amount of pockets and didn’t come from an animal being harmed in any way for its fur or insulation i.e) live plucking as per…
My journey to find gifts continues with the countdown looming over me. I walked into Ten Thousand Villages hoping to find some inspiration. To my dismay, I found stories that drew pictures from my imagination. The greatest find was Soap. Not just any soap – it’s a $9 Sacred Mark Soap. Yes, highly expensive and…
It’s not the first time you’ve heard it or possibly even thought about it. It’s hard to do the right thing and especially when it comes to knowing where your products come from, it’s hard on the wallet. I’ve even had to justify and convince myself on my own purchases because the prices are not…
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