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Do Just One Thing for September 11, 2017

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | September 11th, 2017

There’s a lot of information online about the safety of plastic cling wrap when used in the microwave. Old plastic wrap was made with PVC, which contained plasticizers called phthalates that were considered to be hormone disrupters. But nearly 10 years ago, PVC was phased out in favor of polyethylene plastic, which is phthalate-free. Unfortunately, even polyethylene plastic has been found to contain chemicals that are linked to endocrine disruption and some cancers. Whatever the answer is, there’s no need to use plastic wrap in the microwave at all. Simply cover what you’re heating with a dampened paper towel or cover the bowl with a plate. It’ll prevent splatters and get your leftovers hot in no time.

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Do Just One Thing for September 10, 2017

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | September 10th, 2017

Do you want to help your local animal shelter beyond just writing a check? One way you can help is to be a transporter for animals. Many organizations that pull at-risk animals from kill shelters need volunteers to pick them up. They also need drivers to take adopted animals to vet appointments or adopt-a-thons during high-occupancy months. You can also take an adopted dog or cat to its new foster home. Just making a shelter aware of your travel plans can help connect the dots so they can coordinate where you’re going to help an animal in need.

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Do Just One Thing for September 09, 2017

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | September 9th, 2017

Tuna is the third most popular seafood in America, right behind shrimp and salmon. And most of that tuna is bought in the canned variety. When shopping for canned tuna, look for brands that use “pole caught” or “troll caught,” which are methods that do not use nets and do not have bycatch like sea turtles, sharks and even seabirds. The nonprofit Monterey Bay Aquarium also has a “Seafood Watch” approved marker used by brands that follow its recommendations for fishing. Just look for the mark to find sustainable tuna when you shop.

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