The advent of MRSA and swine flue seem to have created a huge market for anti bacterial products. The vast majority of high street anti bacterial products contain chemical triclosan. Now the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reviewing the safety of triclosan, a not only widely used antibacterial agent found in soap, but also toothpaste and a range of other consumer products. Triclosan is an ingredient in a growing list of products, including toys, latex paint, clothing, soaps, and cosmetics, to inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi and mildew.

The Prince of Wales’ new Start initiative has been created to help us all better understand the simple and effective things we can do to build a more sustainable future. Over the course of 2010 expect to see more unique collaborations, events, incentives and projects that will help breathe new life into this often misunderstood area.

Child nutrition guru - Annabel Karmel has been criticised for adding sugar and salt to her ready meals for toddlers. Annabel Karmel has sold millions of books guiding parents on how to wean children on to healthy food. However, it has emerged that her Eat Fussy ready meals are laced with added sugar and salt. Annabel Karmel has developed a multi-million pound empire from her book the Complete Baby and Toddler Meal Planner.

Mumzine is off to the first International Day of Swishing in London tomorrow. In honour of this day here are our top things you can do to love fashion with a clear conscience.