Summer is coming and it's time to start thinking swim suits. If you've been getting in shape over the winter (or even if you haven't!) a nice swimsuit can be a treat. Head to the beach this summer in eco-conscious swimwear and you'll not only look great, but feel great, too.


Aaron Chang, a famous photographer and surfer, is designing swimwear that can be found at Urban Outfitters (the line is not currently on the website). The suits are made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, and the patterns are nature prints from Aaron Chang's photography....

For a number of reasons, purchasing organic produce is becoming increasingly popular, but it still remains too expensive for many. Switching over to organic groceries can be a difficult, and expensive, task. For those who want to start the switch, but cannot afford to buy all organic, it is important to know which fruits and vegetables are less contaminated with pesticides, and which are important to purchase organic. By avoiding the 12 dirtiest fruits and vegetables, or buying them organic, we can lower our pesticide exposure by almost 90%....

You're at the grocery store looking for organic items, and maybe you're wondering, "How do I know if it is really organic?" or "If it is 'made with organic ingredients,' how organic is it, really?" Before you give up on purchasing organic, we're here to help you understand the labels.

100% Organic

• With the exception of water and salt, only organically produced materials may be used.
• Terms must be displayed on front of package.
• USDA seal can be used.

Organic

• Must contain at least 95% organically produced ingredients....
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