Good Stuff? A Behind-the-Scenes Guide to the Things We Buy

Have you ever wondered where chocolate comes from, if antibacterial soap is good for your family, or how to recycle an old computer? If you've had these or other questions about the environmental and social impacts of the products you buy and use, Good Stuff is for you. It contains many of the tips, facts, and links you'll need to start making more informed purchases that benefit your health and the environment.

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 Table of Contents

Introduction
A Consumption Manifesto
Glossary of Consumption Terms

 The Stuff

Appliances
Baby Products
Beverages
Cars
CDs and DVDs
Cell Phones
Chocolate
Cleaning Products
Clothing
Coffee
Computers
Electricity
Fast Food
Furniture
Gold Jewelry
Health Care
Housing
Lighting
Meat
Paint & Varnishes
Paper
Personal Care
Plastic Bags
Shrimp
Soap
Tourism
Seafood
Local Food
Dry Cleaning
Bicycles

 Final Stuff

Good Stuff Challenge
Good Stuff Quiz
Sources
Good Stuff Partners