Greenify Your Memorial Day!
Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time for getting together with family and friends. It means that summer is on its way, the kids are getting ready to finish school, and neighborhood pools are officially opening. Get your summer started with these easy 3-day weekend party tips~ • Don’t get bugged- To keep bugs and… Continue reading »
DIY Natural Dog Treats
Making your own homemade dog treats can be a fun reward for your dog. There are many benefits to making your own dog treats at home. • Control what goes into the recipe. You can ensure that your pet is getting a nutritious and wholesome snack. You can also tailor your dog treat recipes to your… Continue reading »
Eco Apps You’ll Love
We all love new apps for our iPhones, iPads, and iPod touch. Recently there are a whole bunch of new eco-friendly, sustainable apps that are terrific for all you greenies! Here are some favorites. GoodGuide – Free The GoodGuide app helps users figure out which products are green, safe for themselves and the environment, and… Continue reading »
Spring Vegetable and Goat Cheese Dip
This is a must have in your recipe file. You can whip it up for friends and, no matter what else you serve, it’ll be the first thing to go. Serve it with crostini, tortilla chips, or crudités. Or just eat it by the spoonful. It’s that good. Ingredients • 1 cup 3/4″-inch pieces asparagus… Continue reading »
The Clean 15- Foods That You Don’t Have To Buy Organic
Have you heard about the “Dirty Dozen”? They are the produce that the Environmental Working Group (EWG) report suggests are the most likely to be contaminated by pesticides or other chemicals. Below you will find a list of the LEAST contaminated fruits and vegetables, referred to as the “Clean 15”. Clean 15 (Lowest in pesticides)… Continue reading »
Wash Your Hands of the Dirty Dozen
Important as it is to reduce your family’s exposure to pesticides and other chemicals, it may seem unrealistic to go 100% organic. If you’re wondering how to pick and choose your produce, start by selecting organic varieties of the “dirty dozen”—- the 12 fruits and vegetables that contain the highest pesticide load. Use these easy… Continue reading »
Easy Strawberry Jam
Strawberries are in season and what better way to enjoy them! Make some homemade jam! To clean strawberries: Submerge them whole in water, then lift out and drain, leaving dirt behind. Small-batch strawberry jam 3 1/2 lbs. strawberries, washed, hulled, and halved 2 ¾ cups sugar 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 lemon, quartered 1. … Continue reading »
Back To Basics Margarita
Say goodbye to syrupy-sweet margarita mixes this Cinco De Mayo. Make your own skinny margarita! It saves 150 calories compared to traditional margarita recipes. Get back to the basics—fresh lime juice, tequila and Triple Sec are all you need. Adding lime zest to the salt rim gives great flavor and cuts the salt in half…. Continue reading »
Fake Sweeteners: Not So Sweet
Beware! The chemicals that make our diet soda and foods taste sweeter may be souring the environment. A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology has found that artificial sweeteners aren’t being removed during wastewater treatment, and they’re showing up in rivers, lakes, and even tap water. Whether it’s artificial sweeteners or the… Continue reading »
Salad Bowl Gardening
Quick Facts… • Growing your own salad greens can provide a source of fresh, flavorful leafy vegetables with the added benefit of being able to try interesting varieties. • Salad greens are nutrient rich, generally easy to grow, and may be used in a variety of ways. • Following these practical tips can help you… Continue reading »
Controlling Ants Naturally!
Let’s face it… Ants are pests, indoors and out. They can ruin a picnic, damage wood support beams and protect the pesky aphid in your garden. Fortunately, they’re easy to control, once you learn their habits, hiding places and favorite foods. Ants are attracted to different foods (sugar, proteins, wood, etc.). Carpenter ants, the most… Continue reading »
Grow Your Own Salsa Garden
Salsa gardens have been popping up in four-feet by four-feet plots and raised beds in the yards of salsa lovers across the country. Striking in their visual appeal, large plants heavy with tomatoes and brightly colored hot peppers stand tall while cilantro, shallots, garlic and onion nestle into the soil among them, and in one… Continue reading »
Mission: Spring Clean Your Home Green
We have compiled a list of the 8 staples that every home should have in order to begin cleaning your home the non-toxic way. 1. Lemon Juice 2. White Vinegar 3. Borax (sodium borate) 4. Washing soda (A.K.A. soda ash, sodium carbonate) 5. Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) 6. Dry Salt 7. Sodium percarbonate and hydrogen… Continue reading »
Artichokes: A Spring Superfood!
Did you know that artichokes are high in antioxidants, have only 25 calories, no fat, 170mg of potassium, are a good source of folate, vitamin C, magnesium & dietary fiber? That’s why we can’t resist giving you a delicious way to enjoy them this weekend! Roasted Artichokes Artichokes are so naturally delicious that it’s best… Continue reading »
Organize A Community Garden
Do you have a passion for plants or see a local need for fresh veggies? A community garden could be the solution. Sound daunting? Follow these tips and help your neighborhood grow together. 1. Get People Together- Make sure enough potential participants are interested. Decide on you garden’s purpose and whom it will serve. 2. … Continue reading »
Save Gas-Save The Planet This Earth Month
Celebrate Earth month by committing to drive more efficiently and following these do’s and don’ts recommended by the U.S Department of Energy. we can save valuable gas and the planet too! Remove unnecessary items from your car. Excess weight can reduce gas mileage by 2 percent for every 100 pounds added. Don’t take a lead… Continue reading »
Caramelized Onion Quiche with Dubliner
Happy Meatless Monday! Try this delicious quiche. It’s makes a wonderful light dinner served with a green leafy salad. Ingredients 1 recipe pie dough 2 Tbs olive oil 2 red yellow onions (about one pound total) Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 1/4 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 Tbs chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon fresh thyme… Continue reading »
Will You Join Me?
I’ve been a long-time fan of reusable bags and a recent excursion to San Francisco was a real eye-opener in that my experience while there demonstrated just what can be done to eliminate plastic bags and other waste, and implement recycling on a large community scale. Of major notice was the lack of those plastic… Continue reading »
DIY Laundry Detergent
Making your own batch of laundry detergent is light on the wallet, gentle on clothing, and great for the environment. A typical batch of homemade laundry detergent using the recipes below will cost approximately three dollars, less than half of the leading national brand. All you need to do is collect three simple ingredients and… Continue reading »
Spring Has Arrived! Here’s What’s In-Season
Ah Spring has finally arrived, and with longer days and warmer weather comes a new crop of fresh produce. ‘Tis the perfect season to “spring clean” your diet, so out with the heavy fall and winter fare and in with springtime fruits and veggies. In-season produce reaps the most nutritional value so here’s what to… Continue reading »
