Forget Backyard Composting – Bokashi is the New Eco-Friendly Solution
Reducing Food Waste Has a Big Impact on Your Carbon Footprint Food waste is a massive problem. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, around one-third of all global food is wasted, amounting to over 1.3 billion tons annually. This wastes valuable resources like food, water, and land used in production and generates greenhouse […]
How to Avoid Toxic Health Hazards Posed by Common Cookware
Did you know that your pots, pans, and cooking utensils could be health hazards because of what they’re made of? What you use for cooking your food may impact your health more than the type of food you eat. Cooking at home can be a fun, frugal way to ensure you and your family stay […]
How Are Microplastics Getting Into Our Bodies and What Can We Do?
According to recent studies, humans swallow an average of 70,000 microplastic particles each year. That is the equivalent of approximately one credit card each week. These tiny granules of industrial waste and consumer products enter our food, water, and bodies daily. Scientists aren’t yet clear on the effects of consuming microplastics on humans or marine […]
Why Every Person Should Think About The Planet’s Health When They Eat
You probably know that eating your veggies and avoiding too much red meat can help improve your health. But did you know that it can also help the planet’s health? A new study published in Science magazine shows that a shift in people’s diets could result in significant pollution reductions. A new study shows that […]