Small Hacks for Farmers to Instill More Eco-Friendly Practices
Hacks for Farmers: Farmers have the power to heal the planet, if they can commit to maintaining soil health, sustainably managing pests, encouraging biodiversity and using water wisely.
Eating Right
Craft Beer vs. Domestic: Which Is More Eco-Friendly?
Chances are that local micro-brewery is serving up greener beer than what you can get off the store shelf. Nowadays organic, local beers reduce pesticide use and reduce our emissions, so drink up!
Vegan Health Benefits Outweigh the Risks
What are the health benefits of going vegan anyway? You’ll live longer, enjoy improved physical fitness, protect against osteoporosis, and lose weight…
Time to Rethink Rice?
Rice is thought of as a first “safe” food to feed babies, but did you know that much of it contains arsenic? Maybe it’s time to rethink our love of rice.
Wines from Healthy Vines
A study by Pesticide Action Network Europe found that 100% of conventional wines contained pesticides, with as many as 10 different pesticides per bottle.
Adventures in Mushrooming
Growing your own mushrooms at home via a mail order kit not only can supplement your diet but is also good for the environment…
The Yin and the Yang: The Macrobiotic Diet Strives for Dietary Balance
Is it possible to achieve perfect dietary balance? Proponents of the macrobiotic diet say they have found the healthy Holy Grail, but for many the long list of restrictions are a turnoff.
Cone Worthy: Taste-Testing Non-Dairy Frozen Treats
A blind taste test reveals which non-dairy frozen delights can stand up to ice cream…
The Thrill of Greener Grilling
Thrill of the Grill: A Healthier Way to Enjoy Your Summertime Barbeque
Fooled by Food Dyes
Fooled by Food Dyes: From Cereal Bars to Salad Dressings, Artificial Food Dyes Are Everywhere — And They Aren’t Doing Our Health Any Good…