Growers and Grocers

I’ve been a devoted Method laundry detergent user for more than three years. Prior to that, I used All Free and Clear for years because it was free of fragrances and dyes that make me itch and give me hives. I changed detergents because Method was more natural and more environmentally friendly. The variety I […]

Food nutrition labels can be tedious to read when you’re in a hurry at the supermarket, but looking for a few keywords — “whole grain,” “excellent source of fiber” — on food labels will get you through in a pinch, right? Not so, says Forbes writer Allison Van Dusen in a recent article, “Nine Ways […]

Back in July, Costco’s monthly magazine, The Costco Connection, discussed a lot of “green” efforts that the popular warehouse store had undertaken to be more environmentally friendly.  It turns out that their green issue took on a life of its own, as Costco members wrote in their suggestions, questions and complaints.
Two such Costco members, Chad McNair and Randy […]

We are inundated these days with green living advice, but often it’s doled out in sanctimonious or judgmental tones, which can leave us feeling unempowered and guilty. Sometimes the advice feels absolute, uncompromising: if you aren’t 100 percent green — from the food you buy, the car you drive, and the solar panels on your […]

As August heats up, some of the juiciest and sweetest fruit becomes available – Peaches!  Not many people can resist the sweet fragrance of a freshly picked ripe peach.  The scent alone will cause you to stop and pick a few from the farmer’s market or your local grocery store. 
Peaches are in their glory during […]

I am making an exerted effort of get back into a routine whereby I prepare my lunch every day, a practice that I let slip last year.  When I am good about bringing my lunch, it tends to travel via a mini shopping bag, like the paper version of  Bloomies little brown bag, or (dare I say) […]

Pretzels are a favorite snack for kids and adults alike.  Many people choose pretzels as a healthy snack because they tend to be low-fat and a good choice when cutting calories.  They can be used in recipes to add a crunchy coating to chicken or coated in chocolate for a sweet treat.  It’s no wonder […]

There is nothing better than when tomatoes are in season.  When you are able to find a perfectly, juicy and delicious tomato, your tastebuds are rewarded from the first bite.  In order to taste a perfect tomato, you must wait until later in the summer months so that they can reach their full potential. 
If the […]

Looking for an affordable, “natural” soap that won’t draw complaints from someone who isn’t? Consider Kiss My Face Olive & Green Tea Soap.
I like its simple ingredients list: saponified olive oil, water, green tea, sodium chloride, fragrance. I like that it doesn’t dry my skin, nor does it feel slimy or clog my pores, either.
And […]

I’m not ashamed to admit it…I watch Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood. I’ve tried to deny it for years… I am a reality tv junkie. But sometimes, like tonight, it is actually helpful to watch crap tv.
Quick recap: Tori is pregnant. They just bought a house. They are trying to move the same day […]