Way back in 2007 I complied a list of foods for a post – Best Foods to Buy Organic. Lately there’s been some controversy in the news about organics and also some lively debates in the blogosphere about whether or not eco-products are worth the cost. Later I’m going to post my thoughts on some of these current debates (hint – I do think most eco-products are worth the cost), but before that I figured I’d update the organic food list.

Over the years organic versus conventional rules have changed over and over. Hence the new list. However, over the years …read more

Ok, some might think I’m biased since I do blog over at Inhabitots, but seriously, don’t you think that these new Organic Owl Baby Tees are totally adorable…

I think that they’re the perfect holiday gift for all tree hugging families with little ones. And no, I don’t get a bonus for saying that. In fact, I’m going to order my own soon – for a friend who is expecting.
The tees feature ‘Habby’, the Inhabitot owl mascot, and are made from 100% organic cotton. They’re hand-printed with eco-friendly, water-based inks and available in sizes 3-24 months. The super fly old school-like …read more

On sale now…
Play in the Dirt Organic Youth Tee from earth creations

100% heavy-weight organic cotton fabric and dyed with a unique clay-dyeing process.
Size: Large youth
Price: $12

[photo via earth creations]
Orgainic cotton tees in many youth sizes, including extra larges on sale for 40% off at Progressive Kid. Two examples follow, but more are on sale.
Stand for Something 3

[photo via Progressive Kid]
Mine (Don’t Mess) Youth

[photo via Progressive Kid]
 
Click here to learn about all the current contests, themes, and green challenges going on at Tree Hugging Family in May 2008

Sorry to be MIA for a bit folks — I had a weird autumn illness this weekend. Now I’m feeling somewhat better and should be back to normal posting. Also, I had some great nature family photos sent to me by Kate over at Babylune so watch for those soon.
Now about organic foods. My basic take on food in general is that if it spent too much time in a laboratory it probably does not belong on your plate. If you can limit the mass produced foods you eat and stick to things that actually grow naturally your health …read more