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Are Clays Organic?
5.6.2009
To use the term "organic" on any product without holding a certificate that indicates your product has been manufactured, processed or grown under strict USDA guidelines can possibly lead to fines as large as $11,000. Simply claiming a product is organic does not make it so.
Green Economics: Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Help the Environment
4.22.2009
Wherever you look these days, the media is touting the latest green innovation. Whether it’s hybrid cars, wind farms, solar panels or biofuels, typically the flashiest, most expensive green inventions get the most attention. Given this, it’s easy to see why some people think they have to spend lots of money to go green.
Simple Tips to Go Green
4.21.2009
From the MASSAGE Magazine article, "The Economics of Green: Save the Earth while Saving Money," by Chris Towery, in the March 2009 issue. Article summary: A recession may not seem like the best time to start making your massage practice more eco-friendly. However, going green in these tough economic times cannot only benefit the Earth, but also your bottom line.
Why Choose an Organic Massage Cream?
4.16.2009
As we learn more and more about our own health and the health of our planet, the pull to go organic seems to grow stronger. In certain areas of life, such as the food we eat, it is fairly simple to understand the benefits of eating organic. In other areas, such as the clothing we wear or the body products we use—including massage creams—understanding the benefits of going organic may take a bit more time and investigation.
Going Green: Outstanding Green Business Practices
2.18.2009
The Going Green Guidebook explains ways you can "green" your massage practice, and includes profiles of blue-chip companies, small organizations and startups that have reinvented or reconfigured their businesses to be more environmentally responsible.
ShopToEarn/ShopToEarth Eco Wellness Summit Comes to Orlando, FL October 2009
7.1.2009
Green is the new black for Orlando. ShopToEarth's Eco Wellness Summit highlights green living with an action-packed, three-day event centered on health and wellness. ShopToEarth's first Eco Wellness Summit to be held on October 2-4, 2009, at the Orlando Convention Center
3 Ways for Small Businesses to Save Money without Spending Money
7.1.2009
Do you own a small business? Are you strapped for cash? Do you find it hard to pay your vendors or employees? The economic downturn is prompting business owners to reexamine all costs to figure out where they can cut down. The perception is that going green costs more money, but that isn't true. Let GREENandSAVE show you small adjustments that any business can take that will save a bundle--for free!
Kashi Joins TerraCycle, Inc. in National Upcycling Program to Reduce Landfill Waste
6.25.2009
Kashi Company, the premier natural food company, announced that it has partnered with TerraCycle(TM), the eco-friendly pioneer, to create the Kashi Brigade(TM) a program in which Kashi fans in any city nationwide can join together to collect and mail in their used Kashi boxes and wrappers to TerraCycle, which together with other Kashi packaging will be repurposed into eco-friendly, affordable products.
Aventura Clothing's Green Efforts Grow
6.25.2009
Aventura Clothing, a leader in fashionable, Eco-friendly women's clothing, is taking their green initiative one step further. Sportif USA, Inc., parent to Aventura Clothing, has implemented multiple environmentally conscious practices in order to reduce their corporate carbon footprint.
mYoga Donates Eco-Friendly Yoga Mats to Local Schools
6.24.2009
mYoga Natural Rubber Mats contain no toxins, pvc, or harsh chemicals and are recyclable and biodegradable.
Aloe Heat Creme
This cream is designed for athletes and massage professionals. It is intended to provide temporary relief for sore muscles and joints. It contains cold-processed aloe vera, known for its high-enzyme properties, as well as oil of wintergreen and cinnamon oil, which can help prevent viral infections.
Herbal Heat
Herbal Heat is a warming gel formulated to relieve muscle pain. It combines eucalyptus, clove, wintergreen and ginger oils in a gel to support circulation in the joints and muscles. This natural heat assists in the relaxation of muscle tissue and helps prevent muscle and joint stiffness.
Destination Rejuvenation Sets
This set includes bath salt and body and massage oil. It is intended to take you to far away places or rekindle memories of a special destination. It is available in Desert Sage, Evergreen Coast, High Altitude or Tropical Essence.
Wintergreen Essential Oil
Wintergreen is said to have analgesic effects as well as anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, antitussive, astringent, carminative, diuretic, emmenagogue, galactagogue and stimulant properties.
Extra Rich Massage Creme
This cream is formulated to be extra thick and rich. It is intended to provide an extra-long glide, allowing frictionless massage. It is designed to be paraben free, nut free and gluten free, and it contains organic green tea, organic chamomile, organic white willow bark and organic arnica extracts.
Herbal Heat
This warming gel is intended for pre-sports warm-up. It helps relax muscle tissue, reduce stiffness and relieve pain following exercise. It also helps support circulation in the joints and muscles. Ingredients include aloe, wintergreen, clove, ginger, Eucalyptus oils and witch hazel.