Lisa Riggs, Psy.D.

Green Living

In our quest for health and green living, it seems like many products and services compete for our attention and business. We all seem to agree that a natural, organic lifestyle is better for our bodies and our environment. Now if we could only figure out what “natural” and “organic” meant. Ultimately, we must all decide for ourselves. These links are some of my “green” sites for research, shopping, and just surfing.

Research- General

• USDA National Agriculture Library- Alternative Farming System-Many links to organic farming, soil preparation, pest management etc.
• California Certified Organic Farmers-Organic certification, political advocacy, consumer links and information
• Organic Center-Information about scientific benefits of organic farming, scientific & consumer links
• The National Agricultural Law Center-I know – really- why? But if you were ever really, really curious about that USDA certified organic green and white circle that seems to come with a significantly higher price tag than your other groceries, here is why. Also, other links to official sounding sites.

Organic Home/Family

• Ideal Bite-Free Daily tips on going green- practical and with attitude.
• Healthy Child Healthy World -Creating a green home, raising healthy kids
• Tiny Tummies- Sanna Delmonico is a registered dietician who works with children and families and distributes this newsletter.
• Kiwi Magazine-Family magazine on raising kids naturally/organically. There are some ads in the site (it is a magazine) as it consumer oriented.
• DrGreene.com-Well known pediatrician/columnist/author writes on a variety of topics related to pregnancy, nutrition, keeping an organic home, and child safety.

Paint

• The following are the websites for green/environmentally friendly paints, you can check their website to find a vendor near you.
• American Clay
• Devine Paint
• Green Planet Paints
• Yolo Colorhouse
• Soy Guard-Wood finish/protection

Cleaners

• Simple Green
• Mold Avenger

Books