Smart Shopper's Cards
Choose Healthy Holiday Beef
Running scared from conventional cattle? Here's how to find certified organic, grass-fed or humanely raised beef for your holiday table.
December 1, 2007
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The Dirty Dozen Chemicals in Cosmetics
The ugly truths behind twelve chemicals commonly found in the beauty aisle.
October 1, 2007
Smart Shopper's Fish Picks
Your guide to distinguishing low-mercury fish from high-mercury varieties and always choosing those from a healthy fishery.
June 1, 2007
Produce SSC: Top 10 Fruits and Vegetables to Buy Organic
When organic produce prices are high, at least choose organic for those fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide contents.
May 1, 2007
Home Renovation SSC: Eco-Renovation
Making it less Blue Velvet and more blue gramma, the Horns update their Santa Fe home to give it a greener future. Pick up product tips and our Smart Shopper's Renovation Card to improve your abode.
March 1, 2007
The Green Paper Trail
Help put a stop to deforestation by choosing recycled paper products.
March 1, 2007
Paper Products SSC: Runny nose? Don't blow it on the wrong paper
You can't recycle Kleenex or paper towels, but at least you can purchase greener varieties.
February 8, 2007
What's Hidden Under the Label?
Food label claims run from the reliable to the meaningless, so which ones deserve respect? Check out our Smart Shopper's Card to pick the best from the rest.
January 1, 2007
Local Seasonal Menu: What To Eat This Winter
Eating locally in the winter may seem like a challenge, but with apples, pears, preserves, maple syrup and more to choose from, every meal can have a local highlight.
January 1, 2007
Smart Shopper's Non-Food Labels Guide
Not all labels are created equal, or hold up to the same rigorous standards, but wading through them isn't as hard as it might seem.
October 1, 2006
FSC Wood SSC: Eco-Forestry Up Close
Responsible companies and consumers fight to reverse rising deforestation rates. Download your guide to Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood products.
July 12, 2006
Mattress and Pillow SSC: Top Product Picks
Ditch your conventional mattress for a PBDE-free alternative, filled with natural fibers.
June 12, 2006
Sunblock SSC: Best Sun Protection Tips—Why Sunscreen Alone is Not Enough
Whether you're hitting the slopes on your snowboard, body surfing at the beach or planting in your garden, don't forget to protect yourself from the sun.
December 21, 2005
Toy SSC: Non-Toxic Toys
Finding the right toy isn't child's play. Here are some greener, healthier options and a downloadable Smart Shopper's Card to help you at the store.
October 19, 2005
Gardening SSC: Garden Prep
Now's that it's time to garden again, The Green Guide provides an organic game plan and a downloadable guide to tools, organic and heirloom seeds and resources.
March 22, 2005
PBDEs SSC: Catfish Flambé
Fire-proof fish? With flame retardants in foods ranging from sausage to evaporated milk, we look at the best ways to keep your meals PBDE-free. And download our Smart Shopper's PBDE card for tips and best products.
February 18, 2005
Dirty Dozen SSC: The Dirty Dozen Ingredients In Personal Care Products
You'll want to keep these chemicals off your skin and out of your body. Now, with our downloadable wallet card, you can check ingredients while you're at the store.
December 22, 2004
Plastics SSC: Safer Plastics for Storing Foods
Download your smart shopper's platics card and pick your plastics, whether it's for toting water or stashing left overs.
October 6, 2004
Paint SSC
Paints can be filled with a witch's brew of VOCs, but there are safer alternatives. The Green Guide gives you the goods for a fresh coat that won't leave you gasping. And our downloadable Smart Shopper's Paint Card will help out at the store.
June 16, 2004
Poultry Picks SSC: Best Meats For Backyard Gourmets
Andreea Matei goes to the store to take some of the hunting out of your food gathering. Find out what she learned about which meat and poultry brands are carrying sustainable farm labels, what they mean and what to ask for when shopping. Take with you our two new downloadable Smart Shopper's Pocket Guides -- Poultry Picks and Meat Choices.
June 16, 2004
Eggs SSC: The Breakfast Plate
Continuing The Green Guide's series of smart shopper's guides, we give the lowdown on egg labels along with a downloadable product comparison chart.
June 16, 2004
Cleaning Products SSC: Household Cleaning Products
Skip the VOCs this spring and clean house with these healthier options you can make on your own or buy at the store. The downloadable smart shopper's cleaning products card will help choose among products.
May 4, 2004
Chocolate SSC: The Good Valentine
Say "I love you (and the planet, too)" with fair-trade, locally grown and organic gifts this Valentine's Day.
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Healthy Shopping For Holiday Feasts
The Green Guide scans the aisles to price compare organic and conventional meats, vegetables, side dishes, desserts and drinks for your holiday meals.
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