Simply Green Today

Scientests believe there is a correlation between artificial sweeteners and brain cancer.  Humans began consuming aspartame in 1983.  There has been a significant increase in brain cancer starting around 1984.  Evidence suggests it may be a result of sugar alternatives used in diet drinks, coffee and other foods.  Read more...

A recent study suggests there may a causal link between pesticide use and parkinsons disease.  Eight pesticides were involved in the study.  Use of the pesticides resulted in double the risk of parkinsonism compared to those not exposed.   Read more...

Green walls are becoming very trendy among businesses.  Green walls, which provide natural insulation and keep buildings cool, have now been installed at PNC Financial Services Group.   Read more...

On the lighter side, here is a green coffee table, complete with vegetation.  Spills are not only tolerated but encouraged.  The plant used is called Tillandsia the "air plant" for its ability to trhive without water or base soil.  Read more...