Have you considered gardening as a hobby? If not, it’s time to bust out your gloves and spade and get growing, because gardening isn’t just a way for your granny to pass the time. It’s a healthy way to exercise, de-stress, get plenty of vitamin D, and stock up on tasty organic foods. You really have nothing to lose—and here’s why. We all need more exercise, and gardening ... Continue Reading
How to Inspire Kids to Learn About Sustainability
Kids learn about sustainability by watching you incorporate eco-friendly practices into your family routine. This post from Mindbodygreen shows how to lead by example and make it a game! Sustainability can be a hard concept for adults to grasp, let alone children. The talks I have with my two young children about our "green lifestyle" take time and patience, but they are worth ... Continue Reading
Here’s Why You Should Grow These Powerful Cancer-Healing Herbs
Have you ever considered growing your own herbs at home? If you haven’t, it’s time you learn just how valuable your very own herb garden can be. Whether you live on a five-acre residence or in a fifth-floor apartment, you can have your own homegrown herbs in a matter of days or weeks. So it’s easy to grow your own herbs, and anyone can do it no matter where you live—but why ... Continue Reading
6 Surprising Benefits and Risks of Dandelion
Dandelion is one of the most beneficial plants to forage. It's probably one of the first flowers that most of us learn the name of, and it is prolific across the lawns of North America. Many of us grew up considering this little sunny flower a pesky weed, but little did we know it long has been an herbal medicine in cultures around the world. Dandelions have a rich medicinal ... Continue Reading
Fresh Produce from This Indoor Garden Will Surprise You
A sustainable indoor garden system allows you to grow vegetables yourself all year round. This post from Truth Theory showcases Ikea’s hydroponic system that doesn’t need soil. Ikea’s indoor garden system is the perfect option for those who wish to grow their own food all year round but don’t have the garden space to be able to do it.  Ikea’s indoor hydroponic garden allows ... Continue Reading
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