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Seventh Generation Ranked Nation’s #1 “Green” Brand

Today’s consumers recognize company efforts to offer value, address issues, and create sustainable solutions.

On , June 17, 2011, in Burlington, VT. Marketwire, announced that New Research, shows that Seventh Generation, the nation’s leading provider of non-toxic household products, is seen by consumers, as the number one “green” brand in America.  They have met the above criteria, that customers value and look for. Congratulations, for a job well done, and for superior green products.

How Was Seventh Generation chosen to be the #1 green brand?

The 2011, Image Power Green Brands Survey, by branding consultants Cohn & Wolfe, environmental strategists at Esty Environmental Partners, Read the rest of this entry »

TSS- Toxic Shock Syndrome is Back

TSS- Toxic Shock Syndrome is back, and it is claiming the lives of young women.  Perhaps, you recall the health crisis in the 80’s involving TSS, and the use of deodorant tampons.  That, and the thought that people were not changing often enough, was thought to be the culprit.

Today, TSS is back, and claiming the lives of young women, again.  This time, the culprit, may surprise you.  Although, something as private as a woman’s monthly cycle, is not usually a topic of conversation, when it is becoming a silent health care crisis, it NEEDS to be SHARED!

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Special Thanks, to Lisa Elifritz, for sending me the story of her daughter, Amy. I am more than happy to share this story with you, so you are informed.

TSS- Toxic Shock Syndrome and Amy’s Story!

Last summer, TSS- Toxic Shock Syndrome, took the life of Amy Rae Elifritz, (ARE). She went from being a healthy and happy 20 year old, with her whole life ahead of her, to losing her life in a matter of days . . . sadly, this could have been prevented.

Did you know that tampon related Toxic Shock Syndrome is real, relatively common, and can be deadly? Last summer, when Amy experienced flu-like symptoms, the fact that she was menstruating, seemed unimportant. A few days later, on June 13, she died from Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS).

TSS- Toxic Shock Syndrome and You ARE Loved

Lisa Elifritz, Amy’s Mom, founded You ARE Loved, Read the rest of this entry »

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