Elevated Living

As a mom of three kids living in the Midwest, making the shift to sustainable living has been a game-changer for our family’s health and well-being. Here are 20 surprising health benefits we’ve experienced from embracing a more eco-friendly lifestyle. 1. Improved Air Quality Switching to eco-friendly cleaning products has drastically improved the air quality … Read more

Retail giant Costco will be phasing out a product that was once a department store staple, causing consternation amongst customers and industry experts. Big Changes at Costco If you’re a big reader who likes to check out the latest offerings at your local Costco, you may have to change your shopping habits. The multination retail … Read more

I thought I was doing enough by recycling and buying organic cotton basics. But when I learned about the dark side of fast fashion, I knew I had to do more. Shouldn’t you? 1. Shop Secondhand Thrift stores and consignment shops are gold mines for affordable, eco-friendly fashion. For example, I found a designer dress … Read more

An ongoing case against Cold Stone Creamery and its parent company has been approved to go to a jury trial, presenting complicated questions about consumer expectations. Long Island Ice Cream What if you order a particular flavor of ice cream, only to find that the ice cream does not contain that flavor ingredient at all? … Read more

Embracing technology can make sustainable living easier and more effective. Here are 23 ways to use technology to reduce your environmental impact and live a more eco-friendly life. 1. Smart Thermostats Install a smart thermostat like Nest or Ecobee to optimize your home’s heating and cooling. These devices learn your schedule and adjust temperatures automatically … Read more

A San Francisco-based telehealth company allegedly prescribed controlled substances to people who did not need them, leading to the arrest of two top-ranking executives.  Fraudulent Adderall Prescriptions The leading executives of online telehealth company Done Global Inc. were arrested on Thursday on suspicion of fraudulently prescribing addictive prescription stimulants for profit, according to federal prosecutors.  … Read more

Making your workplace more eco-friendly doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Whether you’re a business owner or an employee, here are 19 simple changes that can make a big difference. 1. Reduce Paper Use Switch to digital documents whenever possible. Encourage your team to use cloud storage and collaboration tools like Google Drive or … Read more

Last month, my family of five, plus our dog and cat, decided to monitor our household waste for a week. We were horrified by what we discovered. Here are 30 astonishing stats that opened our eyes to our wasteful habits. 1. 80 Pounds of Trash In just one week, we produced 80 pounds of trash. … Read more

Let’s face it—excuses are easy. But if you’re serious about saving the planet and your wallet, these budget-friendly eco hacks are the perfect place to start. You could be doing so much more, and budget is no longer an excuse. What are you waiting for? 1. Solar-Powered Garden Lights Still using traditional lights? Come on. … Read more

A waiver has been granted allowing the Native American Makah tribe to continue ceremonial hunting traditions, a decision which has caused both celebration and consternation from different groups. 20 Years of Waiting For two decades the Native American Makah tribe has been pursuing the legal right to continue their traditional whale hunting in the state … Read more