Your One-Pot Herb Garden

Growing herbs is one of the easiest ways to get started with a backyard (or balcony) garden. Here are four you can grow in just a single pot. Sure, there’s a science to growing herbs, but it’s not hard to learn. Herbs are probably the easiest foods to grow if you’ve never gardened before and… Continue reading »
Organize Your Fridge For Energy Efficiency

Guest Blog Courtesy of Tucson Electric Power Using refrigerator and freezer properly and keeping them well-organized can help you use less energy and reduce food waste. Make sure both of them are set at the proper temperature. Keeping them too cold will require more energy to maintain the lower-than-necessary temperatures. The U.S. Food and Drug… Continue reading »
Himalayan Salt Lamps- Benefits & Uses

Have you ever noticed how mentally and physically refreshed you feel after sitting by a gashing waterfall? Or how you experience a boost in energy after spending some time at an untamed seafront? What makes you feel so good in spots of this kind is the abundance of negative ions, which get produced in some… Continue reading »
Tips & Tricks To Winterize Your Home

One of the best perks of making your home more green is that it makes a ton of financial sense. Windy, rainy and cool weather is already here. For the amount of money you may spend on candy and Halloween decorations this year you could winterize your home, reduce your carbon footprint, be more comfy… Continue reading »
Strategies For Conserving Water In The Winter

Lots of people think that water conservation is only important in the summertime. No so! There are many ways in which people can easily help save in the winter too. Here are a list of easy to do items that can be done around the house throughout the wintertime which will slow up the level… Continue reading »
Green Winter Remedies

Winter is here! With it comes the cold and flu season and uncomfortable dry skin. We can’t guarantee that you won’t be hit with a cold or the flu, but we do think you can increase your odds of staying well with these natural strategies. Drink Plenty of Fluids~ Water flushes your system, washing out… 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 »
Phantom Energy- Don’t Let Them Steal Your Money

Energy phantoms can steal your money. Many of your appliances actually are on when they’re off. These sneaky phantoms live inside many of your appliances and quietly use energy even when the appliances are not in use. Eliminating these phantoms will save you money on your energy bills. Who are these phantoms? Energy phantoms include… Continue reading »
10 Reason You Should Eat Local

Buying local food does so much more than just putting fresh food on the table. It builds local economies and communities, even inhibiting urban sprawl. Eating local is easy at this time of year. The farmers’ markets are overflowing with delicious, fresh produce that straddles the seasonal divide between waning summer and bountiful fall. Not… Continue reading »
Grilled Tomatoes

Grilled Tomatoes Tomatoes on the grill are a great way to enjoy summer’s favorite vegetables, I mean fruit, I mean… tomatoes. In general, you want to use tomatoes that are firm when ripe, such as Early Girls, for grilling. This recipe is as much a technique as a recipe, so feel free to experiment with… Continue reading »