Here's a brilliant review of Intelligent Nutrients' USDA approved (i.e. edible) Perfect Hold Hairspray. Watch on to see Horst, the founder of Intelligent Nutrients himself, enjoy a champagne glass full of the stuff:
Showing posts with label environment. Show all posts
Showing posts with label environment. Show all posts
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Tuesday, 15 December 2009
organic food...is it really any different
Many of you will probably have read in the papers recently about a new report published by the FSA a few weeks ago saying that organic food is no better for you than conventionally grown crops.
An interesting email popped up in my inbox today which talks about this report and these claims in a little more detail than was discussed in the press. What was interesting was that the report found that difference between the following nutrients, when comparing organic to non-organic food, to be:
- Protein 12.7%
- Beta-carotene 53.6%
- Flavonoids 38.4%
- Copper 8.3%
- Magnesium 7.1%
- Phosphorous 6%
- Potassium 2.5%
- Sodium 8.7%
- Sulphur 10.5%
- Zinc 11.3%
- Phenolic compounds 13.2%
The researchers also found higher levels of beneficial polyunsaturated fatty acids in organic meat and dairy products (between 2.1% - 27.8% higher) compared to non-organic meat and dairy.
However despite these differences the report concluded that the differences were not 'statistically significant' hence the headlines.
In this report the FSA also failed to include the results of a major European Union-funded study involving 31 research and university institutes and the publication, so far, of more than 100 scientific papers, at a cost of 18million Euros, which ended in April this year.
The European Union research programme concluded that:
- 'Levels of a range of nutritionally desirable compounds (e.g. antioxidants, vitamins, glycosinolates) were shown to be higher in organic crops'
- 'Levels of nutritionally undesirable compounds (e.g. mycotoxins, glycoalkaloids, Cadmium and Nickel) were shown to be lower in organic crops'.
In addition, levels of nutritionally important fatty acids, such as CLA and omega 3 were between 10 - 60% higher in organic milk and dairy products, and levels of Vitamin C were up to 90% higher in leafy vegetables and fruits.
Meanwhile a French Government Food Agency report showed that there were significant differences between the nutritional content of organic and non-organic food. The review, published by the French food agency AFSSA found that between 94 and 100 per cent of organic food did not contain any pesticide residues and that organic vegetables contain 50 per cent fewer nitrate compounds.
An interesting email popped up in my inbox today which talks about this report and these claims in a little more detail than was discussed in the press. What was interesting was that the report found that difference between the following nutrients, when comparing organic to non-organic food, to be:
- Protein 12.7%
- Beta-carotene 53.6%
- Flavonoids 38.4%
- Copper 8.3%
- Magnesium 7.1%
- Phosphorous 6%
- Potassium 2.5%
- Sodium 8.7%
- Sulphur 10.5%
- Zinc 11.3%
- Phenolic compounds 13.2%
The researchers also found higher levels of beneficial polyunsaturated fatty acids in organic meat and dairy products (between 2.1% - 27.8% higher) compared to non-organic meat and dairy.
However despite these differences the report concluded that the differences were not 'statistically significant' hence the headlines.
In this report the FSA also failed to include the results of a major European Union-funded study involving 31 research and university institutes and the publication, so far, of more than 100 scientific papers, at a cost of 18million Euros, which ended in April this year.
The European Union research programme concluded that:
- 'Levels of a range of nutritionally desirable compounds (e.g. antioxidants, vitamins, glycosinolates) were shown to be higher in organic crops'
- 'Levels of nutritionally undesirable compounds (e.g. mycotoxins, glycoalkaloids, Cadmium and Nickel) were shown to be lower in organic crops'.
In addition, levels of nutritionally important fatty acids, such as CLA and omega 3 were between 10 - 60% higher in organic milk and dairy products, and levels of Vitamin C were up to 90% higher in leafy vegetables and fruits.
Meanwhile a French Government Food Agency report showed that there were significant differences between the nutritional content of organic and non-organic food. The review, published by the French food agency AFSSA
Friday, 30 October 2009
Limited Edition Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil
Trilogy have produced a limited edition run of specially marked Certified Organic Rosehip Oil packaging for a very important campaign they are running this November.
Extinction is FOREVER - Orangutans need our help
We share 97% of our DNA with orangutans, but they are rapidly heading towards extinction due to habitat destruction.
This November, as part of Trilogy’s commitment to animal welfare, they are launching an ongoing campaign to support endangered orangutans in South East Asia.
To start off this campaign, Trilogy is donating $1.00* from the sale of each specially marked box of their hero product, Certified Organic Rosehip Oil to the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation, the world’s largest orangutan rescue sanctuary.
Our campaign will run throughout the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. Increased demand for Palm Oil and paper products has lead to the deforestation of rainforests in South East Asia. Due to the loss of their natural habitat the survival of orangutans is under threat.
The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation actively rescues and rehabilitates wild orangutans from oil plantations and releases them into wild, protected rainforest habitats. Our support will help the 640 orangutans currently being rehabilitated at the Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Reintroduction Project.
This November, as part of Trilogy’s commitment to animal welfare, they are launching an ongoing campaign to support endangered orangutans in South East Asia.
To start off this campaign, Trilogy is donating $1.00* from the sale of each specially marked box of their hero product, Certified Organic Rosehip Oil to the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation, the world’s largest orangutan rescue sanctuary.
Our campaign will run throughout the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. Increased demand for Palm Oil and paper products has lead to the deforestation of rainforests in South East Asia. Due to the loss of their natural habitat the survival of orangutans is under threat.
The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation actively rescues and rehabilitates wild orangutans from oil plantations and releases them into wild, protected rainforest habitats. Our support will help the 640 orangutans currently being rehabilitated at the Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Reintroduction Project.
Friday, 18 January 2008
trilogy becomes carbNzero
Trilogy - the gorgeous organic rosehip oil based skincare range from New Zealand - has just been awarded carbNzero certification.
Says Trilogy co-founder, Catherine de Groot “This is not just a fad, it’s a reality. CarboNZero certification has helped us more closely align our day-to-day business practices with our sustainability mantra: Maximum effect on the skin, minimum effect on the environment. Participating in the program, is an investment in the future sustainability of our products and our business which is becoming increasingly important to Trilogy and our customers.”
CarboNZero certification of Trilogy corporate operations was achieved following a process administered by Landcare Research and included the measurement and calculation of emissions resulting from the production, distribution, marketing and selling of Trilogy products, air and sea freight, travel, fuel cost and electricity and natural gas usage.
Following this Trilogy had to demonstrate a commitment to reduce emissions and the purchase and cancellation of approved credits. The process was externally verified by appointed auditors Deloitte.
Monday, 12 November 2007
Feeling green?
We're always looking at ways to help reduce our planet's carbon footprint and to help even more we've introduced a new shipping method; you can now choose to add a 10p carbon offset donation to your delivery charge so that your parcel's delivery is carbon balanced.
We didn't want the donations to be used to plant trees in this country (which the government have said doesn't count as a way of offsetting carbon emmissions). So at Love Lula we are giving the donations directly to a fab little charity in India called Streetkids (http://www.skcv.com/ ) - they're currently raising money for a new village for homeless girls and will use the funds you donate to buy renewable energy resources to power the village. We'll keep you posted on how the funds are being spent with regular postcards from the charity.
Wednesday, 28 February 2007
LoveLula is certified by the Soil Association
The UK's Soil Association is one of the great pioneers of the organic movement. At LoveLula we are really proud to have just become the UK's first specialist beauty retailer to be certified by them.
It's just another symbol of our dedicated commitment to sourcing the purest and most natural beauty products - which is what we're all about!
Check out our range of Soil Association certified organic beauty products, including Spiezia, Balm Balm and Green People, here.
Wednesday, 20 December 2006
going green
Our offices are lucky enough to be based in a special little village called Ashton Hayes in Cheshire. In January our village started a project to do our bit for global warming and set out to become the first carbon neutral village in the UK.
It's been a crazy year for the project, getting all sorts of people excited including journalists and tv companies, other communities and city councils and the government (who are supporting us in organising a conference in April to help other villages and communities do the same - LoveLula is sponsoring this too).
Whilst the village is looking into big ways of becoming more sustainable, like investing in renewable energy sources for buildings, it's the little things that can help start to make a difference...here's some of the ideas that we use in our office;
- Change old lights bulbs to energy saving ones
- Turn off and unplug computers, monitors, other equipment & lights at night - a staggering amount of the Nation's electricity bills is spent on stand by and appliances left plugged in when not used, in excess of £230 million!
- Recycle & re-use as much as possible
- By being based in a small community we provide employment for local people, cutting down on carbon emissions generated by commuters
For more energy saving tips and to find out more about Ashton Hayes visit www.goingcarbonneutral.co.uk
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