Book Review: "Ecoholic" by Adria Vasil

I would not call myself a tree hugger but I do care about the environment. I recycle as much as I can, I buy recycled products when I can, and I cut back on water and electricity at home. Adria Vasil has come out with a new book “Ecoholic: Your Guide to the Most Environmentally Friendly Information, Products, and Services.” Adria is a bestselling author and journalist for Canada’s NOW Magzine, where she has been writing an “Ecoholic” column for five years. The book says it for those “addicted to the planet,” but I really enjoyed it and I wouldn’t go as far as to say I am addicted to the planet. I mean I try but I know I could do more, and after reading this book I was amazed, shocked, and confused.

Ecoholic first off is organized very well and it is super easy to read. The chapters feature different categories of being green and in big green font throughout the book is facts and statistics that really make you think. I could not believe how much this book covers in its 384-pages. It describes plants, clothes, the environment, furniture, money, and so much more! An example of one statistic is “ 80% of the World’s Vitamin C comes from labs in China.” I can’t believe though how much I enjoyed this book and what makes it even better is that I can read a chapter, learn a few things, and pick up the book the next I want to learn more. As a busy mom, I like books I can put down and pick up, although I can definitely see others reading this book cover to cover before they can put it down.

So whether you are an “Ecoholic” or just a person trying to reduce their carbon footprint to make a better future for your children, I recommend checking out this book.

About the Book from the publisher:

Ecoholic is an eye-opening guide to separating the green from the greenwashed in the maze of products lining our shelves. Unlike other eco guidebooks, Ecoholic names names and gives you the dirt on what not to buy and why, as well as the dish on great clothes, beauty products, home supplies, and more.

We all know that the earth is in trouble, but we’re often left scratching our heads over how to change things. How do we avoid poisoning the planet and ourselves with the products we slather on our scalps and squirt onto our floors? And what safe alternatives actually get the job done?

Filled with tips on everything from which seafood is safe to eat to getting the hormone disruptors out of your kids, your carpets, and your love life, Ecoholic is a witty and indispensable guide to the small ecochoices that make the biggest difference.