But how safe is it, really? Belgium and France quickly enacted strict limits on formamide in playmats on the market, and the U. One more strike against EVA: It is very hard to recycle. Or how about using several layers of comforters or quilts on the floor? That might provide just the cushion your budding gymnast needs. Another factor to consider about EVA foam mats: Research shows that off-gassing is most acute when mats are brand-new, with formamide emissions dropping considerably within a month.
So you could look to buy such playmats used, or keep new ones outside and away from your kids for a month. We aim to inspire more people to talk about climate change and to believe that meaningful change is not only possible but happening right now.
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As our play mat was used for covering a wooden floor, we found the cotton mats were great until the babies got mobile, but once they were on the move the mats were too!
So they are better on a carpet or a floor with a bit more grip. Pure Earth Collection has created a foam play mat made from trees. The natural rubber foam underside provides cushioning and padding while also sticking well to slippery floors. The cork top side provides a non-slip, wipe clean and antibacterial surface for babies to safely play. To find out more about our natural, non toxic baby play mat, and to purchase, click here. In brief, be mindful of all the soft furnishings you buy for your house — second hand furniture is often much safer as most of the toxic gases are released in the first five years.
Make sure the spaces where your babies spend the majority of their time are kept clear of anything potentially toxic. Opt for play mats and mattresses made from natural materials.
Avoid new furniture whenever possible. Open windows every day, even in the winter and even if just for a couple of minutes. Buy house plants, they are known to filter and clean the air, and choose solid wood or stone floors over laminate alternatives. I have a babycare mat and I love it! Your email address will not be published.
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. But earlier this year, OEHHA published a study on the potential health effects of synthetic dyes in children and found that there is evidence that "indicates that synthetic food dyes are associated with adverse neurobehavioral outcomes in children" 4.
This information is not new to the European Union though. Six years ago, studies conducted by British government also found a link between adverse neurobehavioral outcomes in children and artificial dyes. This prompted the British government to urge food companies to stop using artificial food dyes in their products, and for the European Union to pass a new law "requiring that any food that contained [artificial] dyes This law effectively made artificial food coloring impossible to find in foods made and sold in the EU.
Even though more research needs to be done to reach conclusive findings, the current evidence is not looking good for artificial food coloring. While we wait for the results of these studies, we can take proactive steps in protecting our health. It's been established that the food we consume plays a large role in our health and unhealthy, highly processed foods are some of the biggest sources of artificial food colorings.
By removing these products from your diet, you can improve your overall health and reduce the amount of artificial food colorings you consume. However, if you find yourself baking two dozen cupcakes the night before a big bake sale or you toddler has requested a rainbow cake for their birthday and you have to use food coloring, make sure to use natural food coloring. Common natural food coloring can come from beets, carrots, saffron, turmeric, spinach, blueberries, and blackberries and do not have any negative health consequences.
Plus, natural food coloring is becoming increasingly popular and they're really easy to find in stores! Here are some of our favorites:. Sure, Halloween costumes and decorations are fun, but we're really just after that tasty candy. Those perfectly portioned Halloween candy packages make a perfect mid-afternoon pick-me-up! But a lot of candy, especially in America, contain harmful ingredients like artificial colors, artificial flavors, and just odd chemicals like titanium dioxide yes, the same titanium dioxide you see in sunscreen.
That's why we found our favorite, better-for-you, Halloween candy! Yes, no candy is truly good for you so much sugar Try some today! Annie's Bunnies and Bats Fruit Snacks. Don't let tummy time be toxic time. What's in Foam Baby Mats? Safer Alternatives If you want to ensure your child will not be exposed to any toxics from their play mats, an organic cotton mat is the best choice. Life laundry. The scientific reason behind your bad smelling activewear and easy DIY solutions.
Why do workout clothes trap smell? What makes it worse? What can you do? Don't overfill your washing machine. Don't use extra laundry detergent. Stay away from fabric softener. Wash clothes as soon as possible after working out, don't let them sit wet. Always wash workout clothes in cold water. Use a powdered detergent to prevent buildup. Uses natural enzymes to get deep in fabrics and kills bacteria. Molly Suds Activewear Laundry Detergents. Powdered laundry detergent that uses enzymes and baking soda that penetrates deep within fabrics.
Defunkify Liquid Laundry Detergent. Specifically designed to break down odor and get deep into fibers. Add half a cup of baking soda to your laundry drum. Baking soda is a natural deodorizer. Laundry stripping! Laundry stripping is a way to remove built up oil, dirt, bacteria, and other detergents. Check out our article on stripping and how to do it! Want an easy way to live healthier? Sign up for our newsletter! Curated environmental health news delivered to your inbox every three weeks.
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