May 2011
112 posts
Mark Bittman & Organic Authority Giveaway!
As you may know, best-selling author and _New York Times_ collumnist, Mark Bittman, has recently released iPhone and iPad apps based on his hit cookbook _How To Cook Everything Vegetarian_. To celebrate, we are hosting a special giveaway on our Facebook page that has not one, not two, but 15 potential winners!
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Talks Breakdown in EU About Labeling Food from...
The discussions over regulations on food from cloned animals that collapsed again in the EU six weeks ago, leaving the issue open to uncertainty has led Europe’s Parliament to send an urgent request to Brussels to craft new measures on animals cloning. http://dlvr.it/Ry72z
10 Easy Ways to Cut Your Gasoline Usage
With gas prices soaring well over $4 in many parts of the nation and summer vacation season looming, most Americans are trying to figure out how to cut their gasoline usage and the pain at the pump.
Gasoline is still less expensive in America than in most other countries, however cutting back on your fossil fuel usage is a great idea no matter what. Here are some easy tips to cut down your...
It’s Easy To Be Weedy: 6 Backyard Greens To Chow...
Got a _need_ for weed? As it turns out, Keanu has nothing on the wind-blown, Mother Nature-sown greenery sprouting opportunistically between cracked sections of pavement, upon traffic medians, in untended public parks and most certainly in your backyard. Even better news for those who like to live on the straight-and-narrow – indulging is totally legal and there are absolutely no short-term...
8 Bad Food Habits that May Lead to Cancer
There’s no question, cancer is a scary disease that affects far too many people. Chances are you know someone who has battled one of its many forms. And while there’s no miracle food or herb that can guarantee to keep us safe from _The Big C_, there are certainly some bad habits worth losing that may improve our chances of staying cancer free.
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A Throwback to the Clothesline
Stringing up your laundry to dry on a (gasp!) clothesline may seem like an archaic tradition; it’s definitely not common anymore. Some well-to-do communities around the nation have even banned clotheslines, writing them off as eyesores to the neighborhood. Wouldn’t want to see your neighbors’ unmentionables, right? While that may be true, I’ll take a few undie sightings over wasting resources...
How to Clean Wooden Cutting Boards
Debates about whether wood or plastic cutting boards reign supreme rage among gourmet chefs and home cooks alike. (Anyone get the Iron Chef reference, eh, eh?)
Whether you’re a wooden board aficionado or pro-plastic, you gotta get your boards clean. You don’t want bacteria milling around the area where you chop veggies, fruits and meats.
It only takes two natural ingredients to...
Blending Is Not Juicing!
Blenders are often confused with juicers and many people think that they probably serve the same function. Blenders make delightful smoothies, do a fine job of grinding spices and coffee beans and my personal blender can emulsify tasty salad dressings in a snap. Smoothies, especially green smoothies, are a great addition to a healthy diet, however juicing offers a number of different...
Homemade Dog Treats Done Right
Many dog treats are even more processed than a lot of human store-bought food. With dogs’ tummies more sensitive than ours, who wants that for their pup? That’s one of many reasons why making dog treats yourself is the jam. You totally control what goes into their treats, and can customize organic ingredients for better health – or even avoid those foods your dog is allergic to!
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Organic Brewery + Playground + Bike Bar +...
Imagine a brewery that makes not only bomb beers of all persuasions on site, but makes them organically. Now imagine that this organic brewery should add to their establishment a family restaurant that serves up sustainable fare for meat-eaters, vegetarians and yes, even vegans. Now imagine kicking back with an organic beer and chowing down on vegan grub while letting your little ‘uns get down...
How to Make DIY Automatic Dishwasher Soap That’s...
Drive-through windows, microwave ovens and liposuction. These seemingly oddball things share one distinctive quality in common – they cater to our instant gratification society. After all…why wait until tomorrow for something that we can have right _here _and right _now_? Part of the pure convenience of living in our current day and age is that we don’t have to break a sweat in order to have...
Is NPR Promoting Monsanto?
Outspoken consumer advocacy group, The Organic Consumers Association (OCA) is urging NPR listeners to take action over accusations that the news agency is acquiescing to Monsanto’s influence. http://dlvr.it/RgGgw
New Pathogen Discovery Linked to Monsanto’s...
A new video interview by Food Democracy Now’s David Murphy and Dr. Don Huber, Purdue Professor Emeritus and plant pathologist, reveals Huber’s startling discovery of an un-named new pathogen found to be causing health problems in livestock fed genetically modified corn and soy. http://dlvr.it/RbjwH
New Pathogen Discovery Linked to Monsanto’s...
A new video interview by Food Democracy Now’s David Murphy and Dr. Don Huber, Purdue Professor Emeritus and plant pathologist, reveals Huber’s startling discovery of an un-named new pathogen found to be causing health problems in livestock fed genetically modified corn and soy. http://dlvr.it/RbjwH
Is Coconut Water Everything It's Cracked Up to Be?
Simply hearing the word “coconut” can bring peace of mind, evoking thoughts of relaxing on a tropical vacation in your favorite bathing suit. So it’s no surprise coconut products have recently become all the rage - they’re exotic, refreshing and delicious. And as an added bonus, coconuts are actually quite healthy. One of the most popular ways to enjoy this palm fruit...
Mark Bittman's iPhone App Helps You Cook...
Oh the many reasons we love _New York Times_ columnist and bestselling author, Mark Bittman. His food sensibilities make us want to trade in our frying pans for feather plumes so that we can prattle our praises in poetic piety.
And now there’s one more reason to go ga-ga over this foodie extraordinaire. Mark Bittman has recently launched a brilliant iPhone app based on his cookbook,...
The Urban Farm Stand: Your New Year-Round Source
“That’s the craze now: Farmers markets.”
The words were uttered by Bob Marshall, owner of Marshall’s Farm and Marshall’s Fenway Farm Stand, as he sat in his modest back office of the latter. “I’m from the old school that if you’re going to have something once a week,” he asked, “why not have it seven days a week?”
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Sustainable Design + Lux Campground = Eco-Getaway
I’ve road-tripped it across this heart-breakingly beautiful country of ours four times. (Read: I’ve done my share of camping.) Though I’m less inclined—at least my back is—to sleep on a rocky tent floor these days, outdoor living is still part of my makeup.
I’ve been ogling these four sustainably-designed cabins from all over the globe. They’ll inspire you to...
16 Steps to Throw A Successful Garage Sale
Spring and summer are the perfect seasons to turn your old possessions into brand-new cash with an American community tradition: The garage sale.
For treasure hunters, garage (or yard) sales can be a bounty of unique housewares, vintage clothes and one-of-a-kind items that can’t be found anywhere else. Those hosting a sale can expect to make anywhere from a couple hundred bucks to a...
Florida’s ‘Ag Gag’ Bill Rejected, Animal Abuse...
Efforts by Florida’s secretive animal agriculture industry seeking to make it a criminal act for any individual or animal protection groups to obtain photos or videos of animal cruelty inside Florida factory farms or slaughterhouses were shot down earlier this week. http://dlvr.it/RVkbb
