The destination for all things living well

Evolving with our Earth

My purpose on this platform is to provide a trusted source of healthy living and clothing options, exploring the why and how to implement a science-backed wellness routine into our lives.

~ Lydia Dupree

Pioneering a healthier world

About Me

I focused my college studies on the biochemistry of the body’s metabolic processes. My learning concluded that in different doses, both nutrients and chemicals can be toxic to the body. And yet, many of these are present in everyday life and are marketed as beneficial - from food to body care, from beauty products to fashion.

This is why I have made it my mission to dive deep into the literature and work with experts across the fashion, nutrition, and integrative health spaces to curate a one-stop shop for whole body and mind wellness products to benefit our health, not compromise it.

I hope this inspires and empowers you to join the journey towards living, feeling, and wearing healthy.

Lydia Dupree

as seen in my coastal CT townhouse, where local farm fresh flowers are a must

Degree

B.S. Biochemistry, Cum Laude, Fairfield University

Peer-Reviewed Published Articles

LDL, HDL, and HDL-Associated Proteins Differentially Modulate Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Cell Viability

Liver X receptor activation in chronic myelogenous leukemia cells yields distinct mass fingerprints by whole cell MALDI-TOF MS, which correspond to changes in cell viability, gene expression, and differentiation markers

Diurnal patterns of salivary cytokines differentially correlate with greater fluctuations in cortisol and diet composition: A pilot study

Founding member of the CUFT® Educational Advisory Board

Are you a brand, manufacturer, content creator, scientist, or anyone else interested in the non-toxic fashion space?

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Check out my past work here.

My ethos

What it means to be a vetted brand on my site

  • The fibers, dyes, and finishes used in clothing production can all have an impact on the wearer’s health.

    This why I vet through sustainable fashion brands and only advocate for those with consumer’s health in mind.

    The brands I advocate for use:

    1. Primarily certified-organic, plant-based fibers (recycled plastic does not make the cut)

    2. Vegetable-tanned leather (no chromium-tanned leather here)

    3. Clean chemistry: all-natural, non-toxic dyes, especially OEKO-TEX and Bluesign certified dyes

    4. Untreated fabric (no waterproof/sweatproof, stain resistant, or antibacterial clothing allowed)

    For wellness products beyond clothing, I work with brands that put consumers’ physical and mental well-being at the forefront, and always have a science-backed approach!

  • Garment workers are at the front line for clothing development. Handling raw materials can be incredibly toxic, especially when workers are not provided with the appropriate PPE.

    As such, I dive deep to ensure the brands I advocate for not only treat and pay their workers fairly but also that they are not working with materials that can negatively impact their health (which are the same materials that harm consumer health).

  • Mother Earth should be respected and treated with the care she deserves.

    This is why I only promote brands that follow safe environmental practices, such as:

    1. Carbon neutrality

    2. Low water usage

    3. Reduced waste

    4. Non-toxic dyes (dyes impact waterways and aquatic life)

    5. Circularity (such as take-back programs)

    6. Regenerative farming practices (let’s replenish our Earth in the farming process!)

  • Empowering small, local businesses and artisans is of the utmost importance to me, along with supporting brands that give back to their community and participate in charitable initiatives.

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