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A Non Toxic Valentines Day:Win a Klean Kanteen

3 February 2013 by Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel 30 Comments

Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel
3 February 2013 | UPDATED ON: 22 November 2013

Do you have a Klean Kanteen? I do, and I love it! The bottle is indestructible and it keeps me drinking water all day long which is something I have a habit of forgetting to do!

Environmental Defence are excited to help you plan your Valentines Day gift buying with an awareness of potential toxins.  Don’t forget to enter the giveaway below.

Tainted Love: What Not To Get Your Valentine

This Valentines Day, when Cupid sets about the delicate task of inspiring love with his bow, the last thing you want is to suffer the slings and arrows of toxic gifts.

Whether you’re planning on presenting your valentine with a bouquet of red roses, musky cologne or a teddy named Freddie, there’s a chance that you may also be exposing them to toxic chemicals.

Here are some tips to help you find toxic-free gifts for your sweetheart this Valentines day:

Personal Care Products: Before she even makes it to the breakfast table, the average Canadian woman has probably used almost 15 personal care products. Canadian men are not too far behind, using more personal care products than ever before. It’s no wonder cosmetics, colognes and lotions continue to be popular Valentine’s Day gift items, year after year. Many may not be aware that these 15 personal care products can contain over 100 toxic ingredients, ten of which have been published in our convenient “Toxic Ten” pocket shopping guide. This year, as you search for the scent that so perfectly captures the essence of your valentine, check the ingredients on the product labels for those “Toxic Ten”.

Toys: The best way to avoid toxic chemicals in Valentine’s Day themed toys, like stuffed animals and heart shaped pillows, is to choose items that are made from natural materials such as organic cotton. In light of recent media reports, it is also suggested to avoid fabrics that contain flame retardants (PBDEs), a chemical that could be potentially ineffective, as well as dangerous.

Flower Arrangements: That colourful foliage might look fresh, but when it comes to cut flowers, many florists order their blooms from developing countries where there are no regulations against the use toxic pesticides. While these harmful chemicals are banned in Canada, imported flowers are not tested for pesticide deposit. Traditional floral foam is also a cause for concern. By absorbing and retaining water, these spongy green blocks work great as a base for flower arrangements, but they may also contain toxic elements, including formaldehyde. Along with irritating and damaging the respiratory system, formaldehyde is known to cause cancer and is a sensitizer that can cause and aggravate severe allergies. So, what can you do to avoid these not-so-pretty poisons? Next time you plan a visit to your florist, we advise you to stray away traditional from floral foam and keep a lookout for two factors: 1) Locality and 2) Pesticide-Free. By choosing local and pesticide-free flowers that do not use traditional floral foam, not only will you be supporting your local farmers, but you’ll also have some peace of mind knowing your bouquet is as green as it should be.

Sometimes, the best way to avoid toxic gifts whatsoever is to get creative! Who says love can’t be expressed by something intangible… then again, a box of chocolates is never a bad idea, either.

Want more toxic-eliminating tips? Sign up for our toxic nation newsletter to receive tips and information all year long.

Valentines Day with Klean Kanteen

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Comments

  1. Christy Martin says

    9 February 2013 at 9:29 pm

    At home, in my pj’s watching cheesy romantic comedy! At least that is what I feel like today.

    Reply
  2. susan kendrick says

    9 February 2013 at 9:35 pm

    Relaxing at home

    Reply
  3. Little Miss Kate says

    9 February 2013 at 10:03 pm

    A nice dinner at home with Hubby and our 2 boys!
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  4. martina j says

    9 February 2013 at 10:22 pm

    doing anything with my sweetie….roses are good
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    Reply
  5. Kevin says

    10 February 2013 at 9:49 am

    Favorite way to spend valentines day is to relax at home, have a nice cooked meal with the other half and the rest is up to your imagination LOL..

    Thanks for the giveaway.
    Kevin

    Reply
  6. Cindy Nickerson says

    10 February 2013 at 10:59 am

    I like spending the day with my hubby and maybe going out to dinner

    Reply
  7. jennifer capin says

    10 February 2013 at 11:38 am

    at home with my Family

    Reply
  8. Erika Birrell says

    10 February 2013 at 11:40 am

    Baking and crafts during the day with the kids, and cuddle and movie time at night with my fiancé!

    Reply
  9. Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard says

    10 February 2013 at 11:54 am

    as long as I am with my hubby I am good

    Reply
  10. Stephanie LaPlante says

    10 February 2013 at 12:36 pm

    Drinking at a singles bar LOL

    Reply
  11. Adrienne Styles says

    10 February 2013 at 12:50 pm

    My favorite way to spend Valentine’s Day is with my husband, doing anything or nothing at all.

    Reply
  12. sarah says

    10 February 2013 at 1:04 pm

    with my loved ones.

    Reply
  13. Lisa Smith says

    10 February 2013 at 1:25 pm

    At home with no kids in sight

    Reply
  14. Shana says

    10 February 2013 at 9:20 pm

    We don’t really do anything for Valentines day. Sometimes we will go out to breakfast.

    Reply
  15. Surso S. says

    11 February 2013 at 8:44 am

    my wife makes a nice meal and then we watch a few movies and snuggle

    Reply
  16. Louise Gilbert says

    11 February 2013 at 2:38 pm

    Relaxing at home then out for dinner with hubby

    Reply
  17. penny says

    11 February 2013 at 3:52 pm

    a nice relaxing evening

    Reply
  18. Maegan Morin says

    11 February 2013 at 6:31 pm

    I would love to be able to hang out with my husband, no kids. Dont care where or how as long as its just the two of us :D

    Reply
  19. Heidi C. says

    11 February 2013 at 10:41 pm

    My husband travels a lot so I’m happy when he is home and we can spend it together!

    Reply
  20. Tammy @inRdream says

    12 February 2013 at 3:00 pm

    Snuggling with my family!
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    Reply
  21. valerie godin says

    12 February 2013 at 4:09 pm

    I’m happy to stay at home with a nice movie just the 2 of us :)

    Reply
  22. Manager to Mom says

    13 February 2013 at 12:26 am

    Something nice & relaxing with some good food. :)
    Manager to Mom recently posted..Wordless Wednesday: V-Day Treat!My Profile

    Reply
  23. Narinder Chana says

    14 February 2013 at 3:12 pm

    relaxing with a cup of tea

    Reply
  24. patti says

    14 February 2013 at 6:56 pm

    spending it with hubby having a nice supper-i bbq a steak tonight

    Reply
  25. Jonnie says

    16 February 2013 at 4:36 pm

    I like spending Valentine’s Day having a take out dinner at home and then a movie with my husband.

    Reply
  26. 409cope says

    16 February 2013 at 5:20 pm

    Hubby and I usually go out to dinner and to a movie.

    Reply
  27. eleanor says

    16 February 2013 at 9:25 pm

    A nice dinner and quiet night at home with my spouse.

    Reply
  28. Belinda McNabb says

    16 February 2013 at 9:44 pm

    Hanging out with my wonderful family

    Reply
  29. Sydney D says

    16 February 2013 at 9:53 pm

    Going out for a nice dinner after work!

    Reply
  30. tennille says

    16 February 2013 at 11:08 pm

    as long as I am with my family I am happy!!!
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