Understanding The Benefits Of Organic Gardening These days, organic gardening is more popular than ever, with everyone from homeowners to farmers turning toward natural methods that don’t rely on pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers. It is no wonder, either, when you consider the many benefits associated with this type of gardening. The following…
Bananas are awesome. They taste great on their own and can add some serious flavor to smoothies. But it turns out we’ve been eating them wrong. At least that’s what Emily from Bite Size Vegan says. When she posted a video highlighting what she eats in a day, people flipped out when they saw her…
Microwaves are one of the most convenient kitchen appliances. In a rush and don’t have enough time to crank up the stove? No problem – just toss it in the microwave, hit one of the preset buttons, and finish up getting your outfit ready while your leftovers warm. But what’s the cost of that convenience?…
Fruits are super healthy foods for you. They are full of nutrients to boost your immune system, and also have high fiber content and vitamins to boost your health naturally. The essence of fruit in our daily life has long been a point of emphasis. Instead of taking multivitamins, take these gifts of nature everyday.…
You’ve probably heard about the gluten-free diet. Those who have a gluten allergy or sensitivity, and even those who avoid it just in case have sworn off products containing gluten, including wheat. But some evidence shows that it may not be gluten that Americans should be worried about when it comes to wheat. The real…
Fish is an excellent source of protein and omega 3 fatty acids. However, buying fish on a regular basis might be expensive, especially if you have a limited budget for food. It is possible to raise your own fish thanks to home fish farming but there are a few things you need to know about…
When it comes to eating healthy, you probably don’t give much thought to the plate that holds your fruit and vegetables, or the cup you drink water from. Your dishware is most likely the product of your style and taste, bought to match the kitchen or give it a little color, but your dishes are…
While it may not be a popular topic of conversation at the dinner table, maintaining a healthy vagina plays a large role a woman’s overall health. Especially because 3 of out every 4 women will get a yeast infection at least once in their lifetime, and it can wreak havoc on the immune system. Urinary…
North Dakota and Minnesota are doing something pretty awesome in an attempt to get farmers to ditch GMOs and toxic pesticides and make the move to organic crop production. This comes as part of an attempt to boost the amount of organically-grown crops in the U.S. The grants range from $750 to $1000 annually and…
Sometimes, when everything feels like it’s falling apart, it may actually be falling into place. Many of us fear change, but change helps us learn, grow and discover new parts of ourselves that we never new existed. If life seems a little hectic right now, take comfort in knowing that in a few weeks, months…
The food industry has no shortage of awful secrets just waiting to be uncovered. In the past, we’ve spoken about tuna that isn’t really tuna, food that gives you brain worms, and Frankensteaks. Today’s topic is no less disturbing, and it concerns farmed fish, which Dr. Mercola refers to as “one of the most toxic foods in…
Strawberries are pretty terrible. Well, I mean they’re good but the process involved in their production is awful. They’re actually at the top of the Dirty Dozen list, which showcases some of the very worst our agricultural industry has to offer. In putting the list together, the Environmental Working Group found that 98% of all strawberries…
I would be willing to bet that no company has as much of an impact on the entire nation’s mood in the morning as Starbucks, and it shows in their revenue—in the second quarter of 2016 alone, the company raked in $5 billion. I’ll admit, I’ve indulged myself a few times and looked past the…
Indigenous cultures contain meaningful symbols for just about every animal you can think of. In the interest of keeping this article an article and not, y’know, a novel, I’ll stick to ‘birth animals,’ also known as the Native American zodiac. The concept is similar to that of a horoscope; the idea is that a person…
Carrol Krause was a reporter for the Herald-Times in Bloomington, Indiana. Her career was cut short in 2014 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2014. During her last days, Carrol put together a blog documenting the ups and downs of life as a terminally ill cancer patient. Eventually, as all cancer patients do,…