Nov 30, 2009
Green Gift Ideas: Arbor Environmentally Friendly Snowboards
If you’re in the market for a snowboard or a remarkably cool holiday gift this Winter, look no further. Arbor snowboards are the perfect answer. They perform well, are flashy and hot in design (there are 18 artists designing for them) and they are made with an environmentally responsible touch. The Arbor Collective knows well that the boarding industry relies on clean air to skate, clean snow to... read more
Nov 27, 2009
Solar Holiday Lights
Since the U.S. energy crisis in the 1970s, Americans have been looking high and low for alternative sources of energy to meet the rising needs of the country. Solar powered products and gadgets have increased in popularity, including solar powered Christmas lights. These lights use LEDs to provide illumination. The sun, of course, provides the power. As long as you keep the solar panel in a spot that... read more
Nov 26, 2009
Avoid Sugar — It’ll Do You Well
Sugar is an unnatural chemical produced by industrial processes. As it is refined down to pure sucrose, all of its vitamins, minerals and enzymes are stripped away. The average American consumes outrageous amounts of it, and 95% of the population is addicted to it. Sugar is one of the worst things you can put into your body. Believe it or not, it does more damage than most narcotics. And the... read more
Nov 25, 2009
5 Must Have Products for the Eco Enthusiast — November 2009
Here are my top product picks for November 2009. Enjoy! Autonomie Project Classic Low Top Sneakers – They are made of 100% fair trade certified organic canvas. Their sole is produced and stamped with FSC certified all natural and sustainable latex. (more…) Technorati Tags: autonomie sneakers, cool eco friendly product, earth doggy dog collars, free city canvas totes, green gift ideas,... read more
Nov 23, 2009
The Unhealthiest Foods — AVOID them
I’m very much about eating healthy and eating organic foods. I could list of hundreds of healthy options for you and your family. However, today, I’d like to do the opposite. I want to list out the foods that you should eat sparingly or avoid at all costs. I’m REALLY passionate about this so please take a mental note of everything on this list: Fast Food – Yes, some fast food ... read more
Nov 22, 2009
Sodastream: Eco Friendly Home Soda Maker
Months back, I was impressed by a cool eco friendly product I read about in the Wall Street Journal, the Sodastream home soda maker! It is the perfect answer to sprucing up the water you drink, as it transforms regular water into a fresh and fizzy seltzer or soda with a simple push of a button. The actual appliance is ultra sleek so looks fabulous on your countertop. However, unlike your other... read more
Nov 20, 2009
E-Road Electric Bikes Rock!
A few months back, a new electric bike dealership opened around the corner from my house. I’ve watched a number of people happily buzz around the neighborhood on the bikes. This has no doubt lead to daydreams of selling my car, working from home and scooting around town on an E-Road Electric Bike. I have a somewhat brutal commute to and from work everyday and would welcome such a change of... read more
Nov 19, 2009
Win Detergent — For The Green and Sports Minded
I exercise 5 or 6 days per week. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I hate when my workout clothes end up with that “gym” smell after so many wears. The worst feeling is wondering if the person next to you on that spin bike or treadmill smells it too! I end up throwing away the clothes far before they should be done away with. Fortunately, I’ve found the detergent of all... read more
Nov 17, 2009
12 Ways to Have a GREEN Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving festivities right around the corner, 2009 is the year to make it a more earth friendly holiday. Here are 12 helpful hints to head in that direction: As Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year by both plane and car, why not celebrate at home in 2009? Limit your carbon footprint and avoid the stressful holiday travel. If you do have to travel, carpool. Keep... read more
Nov 15, 2009
Veggie Grill — My #1 Pick for Healthy Food
I don’t care if you’re vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian or the biggest meat eater on the planet…you HAVE to try Veggie Grill (well, if you live in Southern California). The menu is all vegan and includes things like tempeh, chiillin’ chickin’, veggie steak, quinoa, sweetheart fries (to DIE for) and kale. I work right up the street from the El Segundo location and can tell you all the meat... read more










