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Behind the Label: tinned tuna
Pat Thomas
23rd June, 2009
You may think that by avoiding the near-extinct bluefin you're off the hook and can tuck into other types of tuna. Think again, says Pat Thomasmore...
Greenwash taints most 'eco-friendly' claims
Ecologist
23rd June, 2009
Ninety-eight per cent of the products in our stores claiming to be environmentally friendly are guilty of greenwash, a US committee hears more...
Behind the label: Tainted love
Pat Thomas
7th February, 2009
Love doesn’t have to be a dirty business – unless, of course... This Valentine’s Day Pat Thomas makes a heartfelt plea for a little non-toxic lovin’ more...
Behind the label: Fairy Liquid
Pat Thomas
5th February, 2009
The bird is now bones, the gravy glue, the roast veggies are on their way to becoming a source of winter fuel and as soon as everyone’s dinner has gone down a bit, it will be time to do the washing-up. If you are one of the 64 per cent of households in the UK that doesn’t own a dishwasher, chances are there will be a trusty bottle of Fairy Liquid by the sink to get the job of washing-up done. more...
Behind the label: Lucozade Sport with Caffeine Boost
Pat Thomas
22nd January, 2009
Biological rocket fuel they may be, but ‘sports’ drinks can be a danger to health in the long term. Pat Thomas reports more...
Behind the label: Listerine teeth and gum defence
Pat Thomas
13th January, 2009
A little mouthwash to make your tongue and gums feel fresh and clean? Beware, you may be swilling a mouthful of chemicals that will give you more to worry about than bad breath. Pat Thomas reports more...
Behind the label: Soya
Pat Thomas
6th January, 2009
Marketed as a superfood with almost magical properties, soya protein is found in almost everything we eat. It’s a shame its health claims aren’t worth a bean, says Pat Thomas more...
Corked?
News
7th August, 2007
Eco-labelled wine corks have just hit the market in a move to protect cork forests, which are threatened by a switch to metal screw top and plastic stoppers more...
Behind the label: Hovis Wholemeal Bread
Pat Thomas
1st May, 2007
Mix flour, water and yeast and you’ve got a tasty loaf of bread. But make your bread the industrial way and you’ll end up eating more than you bargained for. more...
Five men's products you should steer clear of
Pat Thomas
26th April, 2007
Metrosexual man cares about his appearance. He uses body sprays, hair gel, and fragrances. He maybe even eats salads. Does he give any thought as to what social norms have forced onto his skin? more...
5 mens products you should steer clear of
Pat Thomas
26th April, 2007
Metrosexual man cares about his appearance. He uses body sprays, hair gel, and fragrances. He maybe even eats salads. Does he give any thought as to what social norms have forced onto his skin? more...
5 beauty products you should avoid
Pat Thomas
19th April, 2007
Beauty products. Few items are sold to us with more reassurances that they will be good for our health, appearance and well-being. Few items are so drastically misnamed. In this collection of 'Behind the Label' articles, we select five beauty products that shouldn't feature on your bathroom shelf... more...
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Five foods you shouldn't buy
Pat Thomas
12th April, 2007
In this special online collection of Pat Thomas' acclaimed 'Behind the Label' series, we bring you five food products that shouldn't be on your kitchen shelves... more...
WARNING: Flying kills
News
5th April, 2007
Adverts for flights should carry cigarette-style warnings, centre-left think-tank the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has advised. more...
Behind the eco labels: European Ecolabel
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
This is a Europe-wide label for non-food products including copy paper, dishwashing detergents, indoor paints and varnishes, hard floor coverings, textiles, televisions… even tourist accommodation. It covers a variety of environmental impacts such as production energy use, waste generation and recyclability, across the product’s whole life cycle. more...
Behind the eco labels: Marine Stewardship Council
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) began in 1997 as a joint initiative between the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Unilever, a multinational company and one of the world’s largest buyers of fish. Its aim was to help preserve our dwindling fish stocks by certifying well-managed and sustainable fisheries. more...
Behind the eco labels: Energy Star
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
All European manufacturers and retailers must tell you about the energy efficiency of household ‘white goods’ such as fridges, freezers, washing machines, tumble driers, dishwashers, air conditioners, ovens and lightbulbs. The European Energy Label is certified by the Energy Savings Trust (EST), in conjunction with industry and the government. On these labels, products are rated from A to G, with A being the most efficient. more...
Behind the eco labels: Leaf Marque
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF) is an industry funded certification scheme, with standards aimed at encouraging efficient farming systems that look after the land and the rural community. Its underlying objective is to develop farming standards that are above baseline levels, but these are not aimed at meeting organic standards. more...
Behind the eco labels: Confidence in Textiles
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
Launched in 1992, the Oeko-Tex standard indicates that the textile has been extensively tested for the presence of harmful chemicals. more...Behind the eco labels: Mobilus Loop
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
This widely-used label can indicate both recycled content and that the product is recyclable. more...Behind the eco labels: Organic
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
All organic food must meet a common set of minimum standards, as defined by the EU. Each EU member state has a national control body; the United Kingdom Register of Organic Food Standards (UKROFS) regulates the activities of six certification bodies in the UK. The oldest and largest, the Soil Association (founded in 1946), currently undertakes 80 per cent of all certification in the UK and is arguably the organic label most trusted by consumers. more...
Behind the eco labels: Fairtrade
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
At heart, fair trade is a strategy for poverty alleviation. It creates opportunities for producers in the developing world who have been economically disadvantaged by the conventional trading system and ensures they receive a fair price for their goods, and support and education for sustainable farming practices. more...Behind the eco labels: Red Tractor
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
The food industry’s attempt to get in on the green labelling act was launched in 2000 to reassure consumers that a range of food products meet independently inspected standards. more...
Behind the eco labels: UK Fuel Economy Label
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
This labelling scheme, introduced in October 2001 and found on all new cars, indicates how much carbon dioxide a car emits. It also gives estimated fuel costs for 12,000 miles and the vehicle excise duty for 12 months, so car buyers can see how much these will cost before they buy. more...
Behind the Eco Labels
Pat Thomas
1st April, 2007
Ethical consumerism in the UK is currently worth £29.3 billion, yet 60 per cent of us feel we don't have enough information to make an ethical decision. There is an ever-growing array of eco labels, but what do they tell us? Or fail to tell us? Pat Thomas explains more...Members
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