Any one familiar with bodegas and grocery stores in New York knows about our little grocery bag problem! Okay, that’s an underestimation because it has become a huge problem for the state, especially when litter is taken into account. New York residents use 23 billion plastic bags on an annual basis, greatly contributing to environmental issues. New York is becoming the second state to issue a statewide ban on single use plastic bags. This is a monumental legislation for the state which is being agreed upon by lawmakers within Senate. California was the first state to ban plastic bags in 2014, allowing businesses to charge 10 cents for reusable and paper bags. Governor Cuomo has set a goal to reduce emissions from our state’s generation of electricity and also desires to see a carbon free economy. He announced his Green New Deal in January of this year. Under this deal, it is proposed that New York will be 100 percent carbon neutral by 2040, ultimately eliminating the state’s enti...

Elon Musk unveiled the Tesla Model Y, an electric SUV, at the Tesla design studio on Thursday, March 14th. The Model Y has a few marked features of the Model 3. It is similar in texture to the Model 3 with its falcon wing doors and design. The most important feature to note about Model Y is its larger interior space with the potential to be a seven seater. Model Y will be the perfect vehicle for the environmentally conscious parents with a small brood. Running on battery power, Tesla’s Model Y will go the distance of 239 miles. Luxury features in the Model Y include a panoramic glass roof similar to its predecessor. At design studio Musk gives us quite the picture stating, “It just feels like you can see the sky.” The Model Y begins at $39000 for base version and can inch upwards of $60000 after selecting additional features. The model Y’s release date will be in the fall of 2020. Now with over 1400 supercharging stations worldwide, Tesla cars are a very cost effective and green choic...

I am sounding off on a natural deodorant brand that hit the scene in 2017. I learned about Native through a vlogging family that I watch every so often. If you know me, then you know I am a walking deodorant dictionary for natural and chemical free deodorants. You name them, I have probably tried them! Most natural deodorants are not compatible with my skin. Reading tons of reviews through the years and trying a full shopping cart’s worth of deodorants through the years, I’ve also found this to be true for other people. In my experience, quite a bit of natural deodorants are prone to causing rashes. Native is a natural body care brand that first began selling deodorants in 2017. They’ve expanded to body washes, toothpaste and other products. Most individuals who decide to make the switch over to natural deodorants due so to avoid body hazardous agent: aluminum. It’s really tough to find good aluminum free deodorants so I was ecstatic to learn about Native. What also sold the deodo...

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Protein can be obtained through both plant and animal based sources. High protein diets for weight loss remain a very controversial topic in health circles. The actual amount of protein required by the human body is unclear as new research on the topic continues to be published. Are you a vegan or vegetarian and unsure about which fruits would be a great supplement to your diet? read on to learn about six fruits with the highest protein content! 1.) SOURSOP Soursop is practically the king of fruits when it comes to protein content. It contains a whopping 6 grams of protein. This miracle fruit has significant anti-inflammatory and anti-cancerous properties. It is high in phenols and alkaloids and a wonderful alkaline fruit to add to your diet. Just be sure to avoid the seeds as they can be toxic if consumed in large amounts. Soursop has been proven to fight cancer cells and inhibit the growth of these cells. 2.) PINEAPPLE Pineapple comes in a close second at 4.9 grams of protein in ...