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Owning a small home allows you to avoid steep utility bills. However, maintaining a green lifestyle can make your house even more efficient. Here are a few tips on how to reduce energy waste.
Read MoreGuest post by Mona Freund
It’s no secret that spending time outside is good for us. Studies show that only two hours per week spent in nature can be beneficial to our health. It doesn’t really matter whether you get this outside time while hiking, gardening or simply sitting in your backyard. If you’re not fortunate enough to own a backyard, you can still bring a touch of green and fresh air into your life by adding plants to your interior decor. Plants increase our ability to focus, boost our happiness and reduce our stress level, which makes them the perfect addition to any inside space.
Read More(updated April 3, 2025)
If you’ve ever had a garden, you’ve dealt with pests. That’s an inevitable part of gardening; some seasons you may find that your garden is relatively pest-free, while other seasons herbivore pests will ravage your plants. Most gardeners resign themselves to having to share at least some of their crops with pests, and some even plant things that are specifically meant to attract herbivores so that they’ll spare other parts of the garden Whether it’s insect pest or the animal variety, there are a number of steps you can take to minimize damage to your plants without harming the environment and without resorting to the use of pesticides or other poisons.
Read MoreMost of us are so used to having constant access to fresh and clean water that we take it for granted. While we need water to survive, we also waste a huge amount of it on things we don’t need. It’s estimated that the average American uses about 152 gallons (575 litres) of water a day, while the average European uses around 66 gallons (250 litres) of water. In comparison, people in developing countries have about 5 gallons (19 litres) to use every day – assuming they have any at all.
Many people don’t realize that water is a finite resource, and our supply is running out as the population is increasing. The United Nations has already warned us that five billion people could be affected by water shortages by 2050, so it’s crucial that we change the way we use water and find ways of cutting down our consumption.
Read MoreGuest post by Kara Masterson
A family farm is a great job choice for people who love to work on the land. It’s also a wholesome way for a family to work together. When you’ve decided to own a family farm, you may not know where to start. Here are 5 introductory pointers for starting your own family farm.
Read MoreGuest post by Anita Ginsburg
You’ve finally made the move away from the city and established an off-grid homestead. You have the house, the water well, septic and the solar system in place, and now, it’s time to expand into growing your own food. To do that, you’ll need a few tools to get started.
Read MoreGuest post by Alan Crowe
Many of us live in situations where we don’t have the benefit of access to vast open spaces of green. With apartment living, you might be lucky to have a balcony and maybe a communal space to enjoy. Just because you don’t have a garden doesn’t mean you can’t get involved in gardening, though!
Read More(updated 3/29/2025)
People across the world are growing more environmentally conscious and mindful of the future of the generations to come. That's why they're starting to adopt sustainable living practices: to preserve the Earth's withering resources.
Statistics show that a lot of people are starting to show a general concern for the environment, with 77% of individuals expressing their desire to learn more about a sustainable lifestyle. Now, more than ever, many people have attained at least a minimum level of understanding of the extent of the environmental damage brought upon by overconsumption, excessive production of "throwaway" items, and fast culture.
Read MoreGuest post by Emily Borst
April 22, recognized globally as Earth Day, is a reminder to every one of the steps we can take to reduce our environmental impact, live a more eco-friendly lifestyle, and ensure that the planet is around for many generations to come. Though this is important to keep in mind year-round, we get a much-needed gentle push every April to pick up some greener habits.
Read MoreGuest post by Jaclyn Crawford
Pesticides are some of the most toxic chemicals to be found around the home — and unfortunately, they are found around the home all too often. Consider the risks. According to the National Cancer Institute, childhood cancer has increased nearly 30 percent since pesticides became commonly used household products. In addition to the cancer link, chemicals found in pesticides have been associated with allergies, birth defects, and even psychological disorders.
Read MoreRemoving large appliances can be challenging and require extra care. The good news is that there are safe ways to dispose of items like a washing machine and dryer without putting your health or the environment in danger. Please continue reading to find tips to recycle large items like these the right way.
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Guest post by Wendy Dessler
Humans have never been shy of using technology to make work easier, more efficient, and increase yield. Clearly, the agricultural sector has gained a lot from power-- tools used to make cultivation easier and crop farming more productive. But according to Molecular Diversity Preservation International (MDPI), there’s a need for reforms if more sustainable farming is to be realized.
Read MoreGuest post by Meghan Belnap
If you’re having trouble growing plants and flowers in your garden, certain methods can be tried to increase your vegetation. Even a garden that seems like it’s beyond help can often be salvaged if the right measures are taken. Here are four smart tricks to help revive your garden.
Read MoreMany of us have been doing a lot more cooking now that we’re observing some level of lockdown and social isolation. Whether you’re working from home, out of work, currently on furlough, or newly retired, you may have found yourself eating home-cooked food more often than usual. Although I cook on a regular basis, having to cook 3 times a day most days has been wearing on me (as I’m sure it has for many of you who are now cooking more than usual!) For that reason, I’ll be publishing a series of blog posts every Friday this month that focus on making quick, healthy dishes that even mediocre, reluctant, or bored-with-the-usual cooks can easily create. Looking for something new to add to your repertoire? Then keep reading!
Read MoreGuest post by Derek Edison
Are you living with diabetes? Do you wonder if CBD oil can help you with it? Well, if the answer to either of these questions is yes, you are in the right place. With the recent legalization and increasing popularity of CBD, it has become a household name. While people have been using cannabis and its byproducts for recreational use, it is now making waves in the wellness industry due to its therapeutic properties. Amid the never-ending list of diseases that CBD may help people with, diabetes is the latest addition. If you are wondering how and which CBD oil you can use for diabetes, read on and find out.
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