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

In case you haven’t been properly greeted this morning, I’ll say it again: Happy Valentine’s Day!
If you are looking for some ways to give a Valentine to the earth today, here are 14 ideas:

If you recycle, bring it up in conversation today. Say something like, “It’s so great how I have much less trash to throw out since I’m recycling.”

If you don’t recycle, check out the website of your local city services. Or give them a call to find out which items they accept.

Don’t take home a Styrofoam to-go box.

Go to www.catalogchoice.org to stop receiving unwanted catalogs.

If you don’t have …read more