Good Matters Blog

As anyone can attest, winter is an itchy time. After battling a skin rash on my legs for a few...

You'll never look at your vacuum the same way again. When I started tracking my weekly household chores on my...

When that first adorable tooth emerges from your baby's gummy smile, it's a pretty significant milestone—and a well-earned sigh of...

Drinking water is an ideal way to wet your whistle. According to the American Heart Association, "For most people, water...

If you have herbs growing in your garden, you may be wondering how to make your own tea blends. Next...

Fact: you can eat ice cream and still maintain a healthy lifestyle. And this summer, you can quickly learn how...

When Tom and Kate Chappell first started Tom's of Maine, they knew they wanted to operate in a way that...

Sometimes I wish my kids would grow up so they can understand the important lessons I'm trying to explain. Then...

Sustainable transportation improves your daily life, the air quality in your neighborhood, and the affordability of your commute. Thankfully, when...

Everyone knows that winter weather is perfect for enjoying outdoor fun with your family—sledding and snowmen and skating, oh my!...

If you're an avid reader, you probably have a bookshelf bursting with books . . . and stacks of books...

Recycling has evolved dramatically over the decades, and many products that once fell to their fate in landfills can now...

To say that I adore animals is an understatement. I built toys for my pet parrots as a child, became...

Art volunteer opportunities are a great way to get involved in your community. If you want to be creative in...

When teens volunteer, everyone wins. You connect by doing something meaningful together, and your young philanthropist can experience the mutual...

Hitting the books isn't the only way your kids develop important skills when school lets out for the day. Put...

Spring makes me giddy. I'm pining for evening picnics at the local park with the hubby, followed by trail adventures...

Giving blood can save lives: one pint of donated blood can help as many as three people in need, according...

Natural remedies for sensitive teeth can help you enjoy the occasional sweet treat, icy drink, or other foods and beverages...

Applying deodorant may be a basic part of your daily routine, but have you ever wondered if you're going about...

Whether you hit the shower first thing in the morning or before you crawl into bed at night, chances are,...

From a young age, we are taught to think of germs as villains, meant to be avoided at all costs....

Have you ever thought about growing your own aloe vera plant? This chunky succulent has a long history of beneficial...

Typically, you turn to deodorant to help you smell good. This means scent can be an essential factor in selecting...