There are plenty of good reasons to go organic for the planet; fewer pesticides used to grow food means less gunk in our air, soil, and water, organic food can help to promote a greener overall lifestyle and value system, and many organic meats require far less non-renewable resources than mass-factory raised animals.
BUT – is organic food actually a healthier choice for you and your family, or is organic food only beneficial to the planet’s well being? Actually, many organic foods ARE better for your health than their conventional counterparts. Why…

The fresher the food the better it usually is nutrient-wise. …read more

Winter Celebration Bouquet
As I’ve been whining about lately I’m home bound; totally snowed in. I’m whiny about it, because we don’t ever get snow here like this. It’s been nuts, and I know lots of folks who haven’t been able to get out to get their last minute gifts. I’m still minus stocking stuffers myself. If you’re in a fix, you can always look to Organic Bouquet.
Look now though, because you’ve got until Midnight PT Dec 22nd to order for a Christmas Eve delivery. Yeah that’s tonight. On the other hand, a nice eco gift from Organic Bouquet will likely …read more

Today the Lifestyles Channel is holding a potluck / picnic of sorts. Each of the channel blogs will be somehow discussing potlucks and picnics today – a favorite recipe, maybe some planning tips. Here at Tree Hugging Family, we’ll be looking at how to hold a green picnic.

Pack green silverware and plates. That means real dishes or at the very least a smart eco-alternative.
Bring at least one meatless main dish.
Aim for a healthy organic picnic.
Block the sun with eco friendly sunglasses.
Toss an earth friendly Frisbee.
Don’t forget the human safe bug spray and sunscreen.
Forget stuff like balloons to mark your picnic …read more

I’ve been chatting with a Stonyfield representative and she let me know about a cool program that Stonyfield, creators of yummy organic yogurts and other organic products, has going on.
All you have to do is visit YoBaby Yogurt fill in your email and click on the baby, and Stonyfield will donate $1 to Environmental Working Group (EWG). The mission of the Environmental Working Group, “Is to use the power of public information to protect public health and the environment.” Their special targeted goal is to, “Protect the most vulnerable segments of the human population—children, babies, and infants in the womb—from …read more

Many of us are welcoming spring today, so I thought it would be nice to go over some nature loving, tree hugging, eco-friendly ideas that will carry the entire family through the better part of spring and into summer.
1. Quit looking at nature through your frosty windows. It’s warming up, so get out there and enjoy nature in real time, in real life, in full blown color.
2. Throw open your windows wide and let in the fresh air. Natural ventilation is actually a really effective green home goal to aim for. Proper cross ventilation naturally helps to remove any indoor …read more

If you’re looking for a great guide on organic foods, then Organic Guide is perfect for you. I like Organic Guide because of the clean layout and design. It’s really easy to navigate.
Organic Guide was originally a print publication. Back in 1987 it was a simple newsletter with information about organic gardening. By 2005, the original publication had long since ceased and a team of individuals decided to bring the information online. However, they don’t just cover gardening anymore.
What you’ll find at Organic Guide:

Articles
A blog
Label sections – this part is really cool. They cover the basics organic labeling, markets, and …read more