The Danger of Everyday Things
Pollution is not just caused by industrial smokestacks; it’s also caused by commonplace items in our homes and workplaces. Bruce Lourie discusses pollution in our modern world. Slow Death by Rubber Duck: The Secret Danger of Everyday Things, written with Rick Smith, looks into the corporate manufacturers of toxins, government regulations, and pollution’s effects on human health around the world.
Ask Umbra on trash, toxics, and tots
Q. Dear Umbra,
Municipal and individual composting operations are gaining steam nationwide. Some obvious benefits include space-saving in landfills, and cheaper and (hopefully) “greener” fertilizer. While I am an avid supporter of composting, I am curious if municipalities with composting facilities could see decreased decomposition rates in their landfills. Do yard and plant scraps even play an integral role in landfill decomposition? Thank you.
Todd
Vancouver
A. Dearest Todd,
Since
Is there lead in your salad dressing?
If balsamic or red wine vinegar is a major ingredient, then chances are the answer is yes.
This is surprising news for most people, even those who live in California where signs in grocery stores warn about lead in some vinegars (thanks to Proposition 65 which requires that stores warn consumers about toxins in products).
No one is suggesting that you stop eating balsamic vinegar,
