“It’s important for us to pay attention to our own health and well-being. Eating a healthy diet, surrounding ourselves in a toxin-free environment, and staying away from chemicals whenever possible are all ways to help make your life the best it can be.”
I was recently in Colorado listening to the GREAT Michael Pollan! Did you see Food, Inc? He was the narrator. Michael Pollan wrote The Omnivore’s Dilemma in 2006. (more…)
Thank you so much to everyone who submitted their eco-tips! There are some really great ones in there, and I don’t want to keep them all to myself. Here are your eco-tips – everything from pets to Christmas trees.
I am thankful for my healthy children who have developed into good and wise people.
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This is your chance to tell the FDA you want to know: you want to know if the food you are eating is genetically engineered (GE). These are foods are altered at the molecular level in ways that could not happen naturally. The reality is we are a long way from knowing the health effects of these foods, and perhaps even farther from federal regulation. So this campaign poses the question, shouldn’t you have a right to participate in this giant experiment or not? (more…)
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I wanted to take the time to share some delicious recipes from Whole Foods Market. Not only do I admire this company for the work they do to encourage sustainable agriculture practices and their commitment to giving back, they also provide some creative ways to add zest to your favorite holiday dishes or branch out and try something new. (more…)
Radial Cafe’s tagline is “Small Carbon Footprint | Big Local Flavor.” What can I say, other than “I’m hooked!” This is an amazing restaurant that provides excellent food and customer service, and a deep commitment to sustainable practices. Radial Cafe in Atlanta is the first certified “green” restaurant in Georgia by the Green Restaurant Association program.
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