Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Bottled Water The Great Farce


Bottle water is one of the most profitable business ideas ever thought up by man and woman. Tap water is essentially free, so why do we spend so much money chasing bottled water?

If you didn't know the health standards used in the production of food do not apply to the bottling of water, compared to that of the tap water we drink everyday. Often bottled water labels will claim miracle cures to this and that, but there is still no real evidence to back these claims. In fact, despite the claims of the manufacturer's it's possible that the bottles water came from a very ordinary source and possibly contaminated also.

Not only are you wasting you hard earned cash buying a potentially dodgy coming from a tap, but you are buying something that has spent a lot of time being transported using a lot of energy. The easiest and greenest way to avoid buying bottles water is simply to take your own - using a water container that will not break down too.

Water Facts
  • 2.5 million tonnes of plastic is used each year - worldwide
  • Prices ranging from $0.48 - $4.40 per litre, bottles water can be more expensive that petrol
  • In 2004 its estimated that the world drank 154 billion litres of bottles water
  • One of Australia's most trusted brands of water uses 1.3L of water to make 1L of bottles water
  • 1L of Fiji Water sold in Australia emits 431g of CO2 to reach our shores

Andrew

Sunday, December 14, 2008

BPA Free Baby Bottles Online

BPA Free Baby Bottles Online

I recently came across this site, and thought I would give them a plug on my blog. They are doing a great job of promoting Bisphenol A (BPA) free baby bottles & sippy cups. Also, they have a huge range of other natural products for your baby including nappies, organic and natural skin care, and natural sunscreens. A one stop natural baby shop I have to say.

What actually drew me to their site was this article on Safe Baby Bottles.

Keep up the good work.

To visit their cool website click here.

Andrew

Friday, December 5, 2008

Comsmetics & Toiletries


The market in cosmetics has tried to become environmentally friendly over the last few years, with things being tested with animals and CFC filled products being reduced significantly. However, there are still a lot of brands that should be avoided.

The key factors when purchasing a cosmetic product, apart from it being organic or natural, are animal testing and cruelty, using rare species as ingredients and too much packaging. Where possible when buying cosmetics or toiletries following this guide:
  • Ensure the company you are buying off has ethical responsibility towards it's operations and workers
  • Minimal packaging
  • Make sure it's not tested on animals
  • Ensure the cosmetics contain natural, organic or non-toxic products
To minimise the risk of potentially harmful chemicals, it may be wise to choose organic and natural cosmetics that are plant based and are certified organic.

If you would like to know more about organic, natural or mineral cosmetics or you would like to see our range click here.

Andrew

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Yes Organic Personal Lubricants


Yes Pure Intimacy Lubricants are an exciting development in the certified organic industry. Yes personal lubricants are non-toxic and are safe for every person.

Yes Organic Personal Lubricants:

  • Sensation intensifying
  • Are made from pure, natural and organic ingredients
  • Are completely free of parabens, glycerin, hormones, silicones & petroleum products
  • Perfect for all types of people
Yes Pure Intimacy Organic Lubricant is an oil based, certified organic personal intimacy product that is set to revolutionise the industry & has taken years to produce - the only certified organic product in it's field.

Yes Organic Personal Lubricants are a really great products and, I believe, set a new benchmark in the standards and makeup of personal lubricants.

If you would like to learn more about this product click here.

RRP - 25ml $15.00

Andrew

Monday, December 1, 2008

Petrol Saving Tips


Petrol Saving Tips - saving for wallet and environment

I have been meaning to write a blog on this for quite some time. Since my first thoughts on this issue, however, the price of oil and then petrol has come down considerably, mainly due to softening demand as a consequence of the global economic crisis (or the GFC as I am now starting to hear) - or so I understand. I actually filled my car last night, that being a Sunday and know to be one of the more expensive days, and it totaled more than $20 less that just a few weeks ago - incredible saving. Who says the GFC is all that bad.

With the Christmas holidays drawing nearer, thankfully, I have devised a useful list of 8 petrol saving tips to capitalise on that petrol saving even further.
  1. Cruise control - a constant speed over a long trip will save you heaps at the bowser, let alone saving you heaps on speeding fines
  2. Air-conditioning - if you are cruising around town at less than 50 km/h don't use it - this will save 10% on your fuel bill or $6 on a 55L tank. At speeds greater than this the opposite will occur due to aerodynamics and drag
  3. Get a check-up - servicing & tyre pressures are essential to efficient driving
  4. Choose your fuel wisely - do the maths and use premium with a 98 octane. Not only will your car run better, it is a better quality fuel and will look after your engine and you will get 40 km extra out of the average tank of fuel (based on 50L tank)
  5. What gear are you in? - the lower the revs the less you will use. Heavy accelerating could use 30% more fuel. Use higher gears as often as you can, remembering though that if your car is labouring in a high gear that it actually may be using more fuel
  6. Is the pram in the boot? - get it out and anything else that may be weighing you down. Think about this - if you have 50kg's of weight in the car that does not need to be there and you car weighs 1500kg's, that represents 30% of the body weight of the car
  7. Check you speed - driving at 90 km/h instead of 110 km/h can save you 25% on your fuel costs
  8. Switching off and warming up - if you are sitting idle for more than 20 seconds turn your car off and if you car is fuel injected you don't need to warm it up
Hope that helps.

Andrew

We Are One - the book

I just wanted to make a quick mention about a book that a friend of ours has illustrated, written & self published for the kids of the world. The book is called "We Are One" and the message is as simple as it is important & beautiful.

It is due to be released in the next couple of weeks so watch this space for more updates on this amazing book.

To visit the official "We Are One" website and meet some of the gorgeous characters, although still under construction, please click here.

Andrew

Ecotanka Stainless Steel Water Bottle


The Ecotanka stainless steel water bottle is a great and relatively inexpensive alternative to plastic water bottles. Ecotanka water bottles are sturdy, non-toxic, and are safe for the whole family.

Ecotanka stainless steel water bottles are made from solid high quality stainless steel (food grade) and have a 1 year warranty against faulty manufacturing. Bottles come in 3 sizes - 350ml, 600ml & 800ml.


If you would like to learn more about these fabulous and safe drinking containers click here.


Andrew

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Bottled Water The Great Farce


Bottle water is one of the most profitable business ideas ever thought up by man and woman. Tap water is essentially free, so why do we spend so much money chasing bottled water?

If you didn't know the health standards used in the production of food do not apply to the bottling of water, compared to that of the tap water we drink everyday. Often bottled water labels will claim miracle cures to this and that, but there is still no real evidence to back these claims. In fact, despite the claims of the manufacturer's it's possible that the bottles water came from a very ordinary source and possibly contaminated also.

Not only are you wasting you hard earned cash buying a potentially dodgy coming from a tap, but you are buying something that has spent a lot of time being transported using a lot of energy. The easiest and greenest way to avoid buying bottles water is simply to take your own - using a water container that will not break down too.

Water Facts
  • 2.5 million tonnes of plastic is used each year - worldwide
  • Prices ranging from $0.48 - $4.40 per litre, bottles water can be more expensive that petrol
  • In 2004 its estimated that the world drank 154 billion litres of bottles water
  • One of Australia's most trusted brands of water uses 1.3L of water to make 1L of bottles water
  • 1L of Fiji Water sold in Australia emits 431g of CO2 to reach our shores

Andrew

Sunday, December 14, 2008

BPA Free Baby Bottles Online

BPA Free Baby Bottles Online

I recently came across this site, and thought I would give them a plug on my blog. They are doing a great job of promoting Bisphenol A (BPA) free baby bottles & sippy cups. Also, they have a huge range of other natural products for your baby including nappies, organic and natural skin care, and natural sunscreens. A one stop natural baby shop I have to say.

What actually drew me to their site was this article on Safe Baby Bottles.

Keep up the good work.

To visit their cool website click here.

Andrew

Friday, December 5, 2008

Comsmetics & Toiletries


The market in cosmetics has tried to become environmentally friendly over the last few years, with things being tested with animals and CFC filled products being reduced significantly. However, there are still a lot of brands that should be avoided.

The key factors when purchasing a cosmetic product, apart from it being organic or natural, are animal testing and cruelty, using rare species as ingredients and too much packaging. Where possible when buying cosmetics or toiletries following this guide:
  • Ensure the company you are buying off has ethical responsibility towards it's operations and workers
  • Minimal packaging
  • Make sure it's not tested on animals
  • Ensure the cosmetics contain natural, organic or non-toxic products
To minimise the risk of potentially harmful chemicals, it may be wise to choose organic and natural cosmetics that are plant based and are certified organic.

If you would like to know more about organic, natural or mineral cosmetics or you would like to see our range click here.

Andrew

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Yes Organic Personal Lubricants


Yes Pure Intimacy Lubricants are an exciting development in the certified organic industry. Yes personal lubricants are non-toxic and are safe for every person.

Yes Organic Personal Lubricants:

  • Sensation intensifying
  • Are made from pure, natural and organic ingredients
  • Are completely free of parabens, glycerin, hormones, silicones & petroleum products
  • Perfect for all types of people
Yes Pure Intimacy Organic Lubricant is an oil based, certified organic personal intimacy product that is set to revolutionise the industry & has taken years to produce - the only certified organic product in it's field.

Yes Organic Personal Lubricants are a really great products and, I believe, set a new benchmark in the standards and makeup of personal lubricants.

If you would like to learn more about this product click here.

RRP - 25ml $15.00

Andrew

Monday, December 1, 2008

Petrol Saving Tips


Petrol Saving Tips - saving for wallet and environment

I have been meaning to write a blog on this for quite some time. Since my first thoughts on this issue, however, the price of oil and then petrol has come down considerably, mainly due to softening demand as a consequence of the global economic crisis (or the GFC as I am now starting to hear) - or so I understand. I actually filled my car last night, that being a Sunday and know to be one of the more expensive days, and it totaled more than $20 less that just a few weeks ago - incredible saving. Who says the GFC is all that bad.

With the Christmas holidays drawing nearer, thankfully, I have devised a useful list of 8 petrol saving tips to capitalise on that petrol saving even further.
  1. Cruise control - a constant speed over a long trip will save you heaps at the bowser, let alone saving you heaps on speeding fines
  2. Air-conditioning - if you are cruising around town at less than 50 km/h don't use it - this will save 10% on your fuel bill or $6 on a 55L tank. At speeds greater than this the opposite will occur due to aerodynamics and drag
  3. Get a check-up - servicing & tyre pressures are essential to efficient driving
  4. Choose your fuel wisely - do the maths and use premium with a 98 octane. Not only will your car run better, it is a better quality fuel and will look after your engine and you will get 40 km extra out of the average tank of fuel (based on 50L tank)
  5. What gear are you in? - the lower the revs the less you will use. Heavy accelerating could use 30% more fuel. Use higher gears as often as you can, remembering though that if your car is labouring in a high gear that it actually may be using more fuel
  6. Is the pram in the boot? - get it out and anything else that may be weighing you down. Think about this - if you have 50kg's of weight in the car that does not need to be there and you car weighs 1500kg's, that represents 30% of the body weight of the car
  7. Check you speed - driving at 90 km/h instead of 110 km/h can save you 25% on your fuel costs
  8. Switching off and warming up - if you are sitting idle for more than 20 seconds turn your car off and if you car is fuel injected you don't need to warm it up
Hope that helps.

Andrew

We Are One - the book

I just wanted to make a quick mention about a book that a friend of ours has illustrated, written & self published for the kids of the world. The book is called "We Are One" and the message is as simple as it is important & beautiful.

It is due to be released in the next couple of weeks so watch this space for more updates on this amazing book.

To visit the official "We Are One" website and meet some of the gorgeous characters, although still under construction, please click here.

Andrew

Ecotanka Stainless Steel Water Bottle


The Ecotanka stainless steel water bottle is a great and relatively inexpensive alternative to plastic water bottles. Ecotanka water bottles are sturdy, non-toxic, and are safe for the whole family.

Ecotanka stainless steel water bottles are made from solid high quality stainless steel (food grade) and have a 1 year warranty against faulty manufacturing. Bottles come in 3 sizes - 350ml, 600ml & 800ml.


If you would like to learn more about these fabulous and safe drinking containers click here.


Andrew