Green to Grow baby products grew from a family's desire to have safe products for their baby. Michael Ritterbrown says this about starting the company out of Glendale, CA: "Our decision to launch Green to Grow with a line of bisphenol A-free plastic baby bottles grew from our alarm as we read reports that highlighted the potential dangers presented by polycarbonate plastic, which contains the hormone disruptor bisphenol A—a neurological, developmental, and reproductive toxicant—and from our frustration over the lack of options. We believed concerned parents like us would welcome safer alternatives, even if they cost more due to the higher price of the raw materials used. And to ensure the highest level of quality and safety, we decided to have our bottles periodically spot tested for bisphenol A, phthalates, and lead at an environmental laboratory in Chicago, Illinois."
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Events
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This Week
ICE at Santa Monica
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Woodland Hills Ice
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Spectrum Ice Rink
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Thursday, January 20
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Randy Kaplan Concert
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Birdie's Playhouse Concert @ Manhattan Village Mall
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World Citizen Baby @ The Cradle Company
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Margo's Art Workshop @ Mid-Valley Library
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Friday, January 21 -- Tuesday, February 15
The Little Mermaid @ El Capitan Theatre
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Friday, January 21
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Tot Walk
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Saturday, January 22 -- Sunday, January 23
Jamie Adkins Circus INcognitus
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Saturday, January 22
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New! Lego Club!
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Terrarium Madness!
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Homeward Hound Hike
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World City - Chen Kuai Le Puppet Theater
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Theater Preview: Pinkalicious the Musical
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LOS ANGELES ANNUAL FAMILY EXPO
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E-Waste Recycling Collection at El Oro Way Elementary
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Mary Poppins and Bert @ Blue Chair Books
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Masiela Lusha presents and signs Boopity Boop! Writes her First Poem
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Stories and SignLanguage with Etel Leit @ Children's Book World
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Meet the Cat in the Hat
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Korean Community Day @ Fowler
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Placerita Canyon Nature Center Animal Show
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Sunday, January 23
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LMU Concerts of Music for Children
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Shalom Institute Annual Community Tu B'Shevat Festival!!!
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Tu B'Shevat Seed Packets
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Bird Watch Walk
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Family Flicks: The Goonies @ The Hammer Museum
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Monday, January 24
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Tuesday, January 25
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Chinese New Year Celebration
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Wednesday, January 26
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Downtown Culver City Block Party
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CREATIVE KID's CLUB: "Hoppy" Chinese New Year
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7 Hidden Sources of BPA
While most baby products are clearly labeled BPA-FREE (Bisphenol A), there are many hidden sources of BPA that you probably didn't know you are exposed to. Why is this so bad? BPA is an endocrine disrupter, which means it is able to mimic your body's hormones, which has many health risks. BPA has been linked to obesity, birth defects, cancer, thyroid dysfunction and more.
7. Plastic Cups
 Many plastic cups contain BPA unless specified otherwise. If the cup has a number 7 on the bottom, most likely it contains BPA.
At your next party, instead of offering plastic cups which are wasteful and contain BPA, use your washable glassware or ask your friends to bring their own cup along. |
6. Wine
Some wine has been found to contain high levels of BPA. There are typically two sources for this nasty chemical tainting our vino: the plastic stoppers and plastic or concrete vats lined with an epoxy that is used to store wine. |
5. Toilet Paper
That's right, your bum is exposed to BPA every time you wipe.
For a BPA-Free bum cleaner check out Bum Boosa Bamboo toilet paper. |
4. Soda Cans
For another reason not to drink soda, researchers have found high levels of BPA in both soda and energy drink cans. In most of the cans tested in the Canadian study, some level of BPA could be found. While officials claim that levels are too low for any health risk, new studies in animals are showing that even at low levels BPA consumption can be harmful.
For a more healthy option, try making "soda" at home. Sodastream offers a fun, versatile and BPA-free alternative to classic soda. |
3. Dental Sealants
 In a special article at Pediatrics.org, the authors indicated that many dental sealants used to treat and prevent cavities in children contains BPA. In fact, the introduction of sealants into the mouths of our children could raise levels of BPA in saliva to 88 times higher. While dentists and doctors claim that the risks associated with cavities outweigh the exposure to BPA, it is a good reason to start healthy teeth and gum practices with your children. |
2. Recycled Paper Products including Pizza Boxes
Sadly, there is BPA in recycled paper products, which is introduced during the manufacturing process. Some of this paper comes into contact with our food when it is used as a container or wrapper. While most times, this is not easily avoidable, it is one more reason to purchase food from farmer's markets and prepare your meals at home.
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1. Canned Goods
92% of Canned Goods contains BPA! Why? Most canned goods are lined with plastic, which you many have not realized. While there are some canned foods that are BPA free, the selection is limited.
Trader Joe's offers some canned goods without the BPA lining: seafood, chicken, beans and corn. Sadly, their soup cans remain tainted.
Eden Foods has developed cans for Organic Beans, Refried Beans, Chilies and Rice & Beans that are BPA free.
The best alternative is to eat fresh veggies and homemade soups, which can then be transported in BPA free containers. |
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