Guest guest Posted July 29, 2008 Report Share Posted July 29, 2008 Ideal Bite <dailytip cyndikrall Mon, 28 Jul 2008 4:54 am Hot Pocket (Guides) Having trouble viewing this email? Read it online. Want to change your service? Update your subscription, or (sniff) . Jul 28, 2008 BANG FOR THE BITE If you print 'em on recycled paper, there's virtually no downside to keeping this info on-hand (except, of course, that your wallet might end up a little bulky). COCKTAIL FACT Not-so-haute pockets: Before the 1800s, fashion with pockets was considered low-class - it signaled that you didn't have a servant to carry your stuff for you. LIKE THIS TIP? Then check out . . . The Sustainable Fish Guide Tip RATE THIS TIP How useful is this tip? (5 is the highest) 1 2 3 4 5 Wanna make your shopping choices easier than defrosting a meat 'n' cheese turnover? The Bite Here's a tip you can prepare in minutes: Just print out and keep eco-pocket guides in your wallet (or, in some cases, text on your phone) to solve conundrums such as which plastics you can easily recycle and which fish you can safely eat. We're still waiting on the guide to the gnarliest microwavable meals. The Benefits Not zapping the earth. Keep important eco-info, such as which fruit and veggies pack the fewest pesticides, handy. It's healthier than a pizza pocket. Certain pocket guides help you avoid mercury and other nastiness. Personally Speaking Jen's loaded - at least according to the size of her wallet, which is stuffed full of pocket guides (except for our Top Five Synthetic Chems to Avoid, which she memorized long ago). Wanna Try? Top Five Synthetic Chems to Avoid - our very own guide to which personal care-product ingredients to skip. BPA Wallet Card - explains how to use a text service to find alternatives to the toxin BPA as well as a list of BPA-free companies. PlasticPicks - helps you remember which plastics to avoid. Pocket Seafood Selector - up-to-date list of the most and least sustainable and healthy fish options; also, a fish sustainability info text service. Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce - know when to spend your money on organics with this list of the 12 fruits and veggies with the lowest and highest pesticide contamination. This tip submitted by Sara Dodson. Sponsor UNSUBSCRIBE | CHANGE YOUR PREFERENCES | PRINT THIS TIP CONTACT US | EDITORIAL POLICY | PRIVACY POLICY | DISCLAIMER | MEET THE TEAM © IDEAL BITE, INC. You are d as cyndikrall. If you would like to , go here. All above editorial suggestions are the result of testing and preference. No one can pay to be in a Daily Tip. Read more on our editorial policy. The Famous, the Infamous, the Lame - in your browser. Get the TMZ Toolbar Now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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