The Wonder Spray of Organic Gardening
Though you may not see it advertised much or stacked on pallets at the big box stores, there is a pesticide out there that is non-toxic to humans, rarely harms beneficial insects, and is very effective against a wide range of garden pests. Neem oil. Neem oil is extracted from seeds of the neem tree […]
Best and Worst Foods for Pain
Some research suggests that certain foods may affect rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. What you eat is crucial for so many conditions—such as diabetes—that it would be great if the right food could also help ease chronic pain. Unfortunately, the link between food and pain is not as clear. However, inflammation is a key cause of pain […]
Canning 101: Preserve seasonal fruits and vegetables with our step-by-step guide.
When you’ve got more perfect tomatoes or strawberries than you can eat, you can’t just let them go to waste. That’s where preserving methods, such as freezing, drying, and canning, come in. These techniques control moisture, acid, and warm temperatures so that unseen organisms can’t work their destruction. Try your hand at canning with these […]
Make Meals More A-Peeling
Boost Nutrients in Meals with Fruit and Vegetable Peels Reducing waste and boosting taste to your meals is as easy as adding some apple peel to your sandwich. The skins and other discarded parts of fruits and veggies are packed with fiber and disease-fighting nutrients, so instead of tossing them out, get twice as many […]
How to Identify GMOs in Food [Video]
By now you are pretty much convinced that GMOs are not good for health and the environment. But how do you recognize them in your food? Those who live in America will find it’s difficult to identify GMOs in foods that we eat, as many of the GMO foods have creep-ed into our food and […]
25 Healthiest, Nutrient-Dense Foods
In an ideal world, we wouldn’t go first to a pharmacist to address maladies ranging from the common cold to cancer; instead, we’d create grocery shopping lists aimed at fostering optimal health. Good nutrition may not cure disease, but a growing body of research shows it could do something even more powerful: help prevent disease. […]
Have an Eco-Friendly Labor Day Celebration
Backyard barbecuing and Labor Day go together like Fourth of July and fireworks. But neighborhood grill-outs are traditionally not the eco-friendliest of soirees. Disposable (and potentially BPA-filled) flatware, plates and napkins, hot dogs chock-full of nitrites or hamburgers filled with hormones roasting over an open chemical flame: probably not the best way to commune with […]
Who’s paying for GMO-labeling initiative campaigns?
Groups opposed to labeling genetically modified food outspent those in favor 5 to 1 last year when Californians voted on a labeling ballot measure. But the tables are turned in the run-up to an initiative vote in Washington state. So far, pro-labeling groups have spent more than $4 for every $1 spent by those opposed, […]
Six Natural Remedies For Acid Reflux
Acid reflux, commonly called heartburn, is caused when digestive acids flow up from the stomach and into the esophagus. The esophagus, located in the heart region of the chest, becomes irritated with a burning sensation. There are lesser known symptoms other than heartburn for acid reflux as well: gas, bloating, flatulence and even apparently unrelated […]
Saving Poppy Seeds
If you’ve ever considered saving seeds, but have been too afraid to try, start by saving ornamental poppy seeds. Why? Saving poppy seeds is practically labor-free, is incredibly easy, and can be done in about a minute. The folks at Gardenerd.com grew a beautiful variety this year called Lauren’s Grape and taught us how to […]
Healthy Seasonal Alternatives to Potato Chips
A recent study linked potato chips and fries to weight gain. Three registered dietitians give us their advice on replacing that serving of spuds with healthier seasonal snacks. It’s time to portion your potatoes. Before you reach for an extra helping of fries, consider this: a recent study published by the New England Journal of […]
How to Ditch Your Cravings for Sugar, Salt, and Fats
According to a recent article in the New York Times, “Food Corporations Turn to Chefs in a Quest for Healthy Flavor,” Big Food companies like PepsiCo, Kellogg’s, and even fast food giants like Taco Bell, are changing their ways in response to the increasing public demand for healthier food options. To improve their image as […]