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Green Living
Sustainability is quite simply defined as “the capacity to endure.” The following articles will help you make greener, more sustainable choices in every aspect of life.
Ah, weddings! Generally extravagant and lavish affairs, couples often consider their wedding as one of the most special days in their lives. Weddings, however...
Every individual is perfect in their own way, but that doesn’t mean that occasionally you won’t feel the need for a rosy cheek, a smokey eye, or a glossy lip...
They say canola oil is "heart healthy" and a good source of monounsaturated fats similar to olive oil. Nothing could be further from the truth.
We know now, more than ever, that our daily choices directly affect the environment, and the health and safety of future generations. We’ve gotten better about...
Several years ago, when compact fluorescent (CFL) lightbulbs came onto the market, I was really happy. I was even happier when their prices came down and their...
Lately, animal products like eggs, dairy, and especially red meat have been blamed for cancer, heart disease and a host of other health problems. Here’s...
It’s no surprise nail polish doesn’t fit into the category of natural products. In fact, reading the ingredients on a bottle of polish is downright scary! But...
Every parent hates seeing their child sick with a fever. It’s pretty awful to have one if you’re an adult, too! However it is unnecessary—and not...
In the United States, tap water is the most tested and regulated source of water you can find. That said, tap water can still contain chemicals you don’t...
If you ever looked on the back of a jar of baby food or a box of rice cereal, the first thing you may notice is added modified starches, sugars, corn syrup, or...
Many regions have declared September “Local Food Month.” It’s not a national celebration yet, but let’s hope it doesn’t become...
You can find bottles of hand sanitizer just about everywhere these days, and people tend to rely on them, especially at school where kids tend to spread germs...
It’s summer time, and it’s hot. What could be more wholesome and refreshing on a hot, sunny day than kids running through the sprinkler and...
The average American uses 1500 gallons of water per day. Here are nine easy ways you can conserve a lot of water, and save a ton of money in the process!
Resources are dwindling, pollution is increasing, and energy efficiency has never been more important. With the world’s population predicted to exceed 8...