I used to enjoy burning candles, it was one of my favorite ways to relax and freshen our home. But once I learned what was actually inside most candles, I couldn’t ignore it anymore. Many of the candles on store shelves are filled with synthetic fragrances and harmful chemicals that release toxins into the air we breathe. And considering how much time we spend indoors, that matters more than we think.
If you’ve ever picked up a bottle that says “all-natural” or “eco-friendly” and thought you were making a healthy choice, only to find out it was full of questionable ingredients... you’re not alone. It’s called greenwashing, and unfortunately, it’s everywhere these days. Let’s talk about what greenwashing really is, how to spot it, and what you can do to make sure you’re not being misled.
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These days we hear lots about "choice". We choose whether to go to college, marry, have children or have a career. We choose to go to church. We choose how to educate our children. We choose what to wear each day. We choose our personal care products for our skin and hair. And on and on it goes. Daily, we make choices that don't seem to be so big or life changing as having children or a career, and yet, our daily choices, even the smallest ones, affect us so much more than we know.
