How Is the Hemp Industry Changing Agriculture?

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How Is the Hemp Industry Changing Agriculture?

The world has experienced a lot of change in recent years, and many countries allowing the sale and use of hemp are one of them. The demand for hemp has dramatically increased since the U.S legalized this herb in 2018. The Washington, D.C.-based advocacy group Vote Hemp reports that in 2018, American farmers grew 78,176 acres of hemp which represented an increase of 68,406 acres since 2016. Vote Hemp also estimated that from 2018-2019, the amount of hemp planted by American farmers increased by 455%.

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10 Tips for Physical Activity at Home

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10 Tips for Physical Activity at Home

Guest post by Kevin Nelson

(all images from Pixabay)

A home is a place where people love eating, sleeping, and doing all other lazy activities that they cannot do in the outside world. If you, too, believe in this notion, then it’s high time you change your thoughts. For every individual, being active at home is equally important for health. Keep reading for the best tips for physical activity at home!

Physical fitness has always been an integral part of healthy living. With the recent pandemic situation, building up a fit body and strong immune system has become more vital. Regular physical activity at home is very important. In this post, we have shared 10 tips on how you can stay physically active at home. Read on to know more about physical activity at home!

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6 Ways in Which Cannabis Can Improve the Quality of Life for Seniors

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6 Ways in Which Cannabis Can Improve the Quality of Life for Seniors

Do you know how the average life expectancy in the US was increased by almost 30 years between 1900 and 2000? Although these figures are about the quantity, it doesn't mean we're going to skip the quality. There's a miserable cycle of life. You grow up, get married, have children, they grow up, get married, and move out, what then? What happens after that?

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3 Reasons Why Calico Bags Are Kinder to the Environment

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3 Reasons Why Calico Bags Are Kinder to the Environment

Guest post by Hilary Wilkinson

If you haven’t heard about calico bags before, they serve as the ideal environment-friendly alternative to disposable plastic bags. Calico bags are made of plain-woven cotton fabric. Since it’s a natural material, it’s an eco-friendly and versatile product that continues to gain popularity worldwide. These bags have half-processed and unbleached cotton fibers, achieved by weaving natural cotton. The process provides the calico bags with a cream-like, raw appearance suitable for printing.

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7 Green Home Improvements to Make for a Healthier Lifestyle

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7 Green Home Improvements to Make for a Healthier Lifestyle

Guest post by Kelsey Luvisa

The beginning of a new year is a time to think about home improvement. With people across the United States spending more time at home due to COVID-19, making your space a comfortable place to spend a lot of time is important now more than ever. When you care about the environment, making improvements that are green and support a healthy lifestyle might also be on your mind. The real estate experts at HomeLight interviewed more than 1,000 agents across the United States to reveal home upgrade trends, offering some insights about updates that you should consider.

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How to Plan a Kitchen Garden: Top Tips and Ideas for 2021

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How to Plan a Kitchen Garden: Top Tips and Ideas for 2021

Guest post by Debbie Woodliffe

Wintertime in the garden is all about prep and planning for the year ahead – do you want to revamp a border or explore different plant varieties? Now is the time to get started, especially if you’re thinking of growing your lettuce, cucumber plants and other fruits or vegetables in the months ahead.

In this how-to guide, we’re going to cover:

· What is a kitchen garden?

· How to plan your kitchen garden

· How to grow carrots from seed and other crops

· Compost, layouts and other top tips to get things sprouting

· Your kitchen garden calendar

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The consequences of COVID aren't that good for the environment

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The consequences of COVID aren't that good for the environment

What do you think when you see a used disposable mask lying by the roadside? Some may say that it is not surprising and that the main thing is that the person used it. Others will see that this a sign that masks have become yet another kind of garbage polluting the environment. Whether you see it as an inevitable consequence of the necessity of using masks in this pandemic era, or it sets off alarm bells in your head, it's something we need to think about seriously.

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How to Find Eco-Friendly Clothing Options

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How to Find Eco-Friendly Clothing Options

Guest post by Bead the Change

The turn of the century has seen shoppers increasingly go for fast fashion, where they discard apparel at the end of the season to purchase new wardrobes for the next. All this is possible because the clothing is more economical. But in recent times, awareness about the impact of synthetic fibers on the planet is inspiring people to choose more eco-friendly clothing options. They’re rethinking their choices in favor of options and brands that won’t have a lasting impact on the planet.

What can you do to find more eco-friendly clothing? It’s easier than you may think.

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What you should know about microplastics and their threat to the environment

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What you should know about microplastics and their threat to the environment

Guest post by Josh Hill

Plastic is a problem; it has penetrated every corner of the globe: the depths of the ocean and even arctic ice. But now we face a new threat, often invisible to the naked eye -- a form of plastic that is in our drinking water, the dirt we walk on and even the air we breathe!

I am talking about microplastics, tiny fragments of plastic that pollute the environment. But, where do they come from? Why are they a problem? And what can we do about them?

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Is a Meat-heavy diet really harmful to your health?

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Is a Meat-heavy diet really harmful to your health?

These days, many health practitioners and healthy lifestyle advocates are praising the benefits of a plant-based diet. As the famous quote from Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma, wrote, “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” He also noted that “You are what you eat eats.” This simple statement, highlighting the connection between human health and the consumption of animal products, essentially recognizes that when we eat meat products, we are also consuming what those animals consume. This fact, coupled with the sad state of animal husbandry practices in the United States and other countries whose commercial operations received a failing grade in the Animal Protection Index from the global organization, World Animal Protection, suggests that consumption of animal products can carry serious health risks. But does it mean that diets that are meat-heavy are inherently bad for you? We explored some of the science-backed evidence to find out.

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How Sustainable Is Hemp Fabric?

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How Sustainable Is Hemp Fabric?

When you think of sustainable fabric, do you think of hemp? Maybe you should, as it demands fewer natural resources to grow, is durable, and is more resilient than cotton. We have been using hemp for hundreds of years to produce strong fabric in large quantities. During the ‘Age of Discovery,’ the explorers used hemp canvas for the sails of ships. These same sails had led men to new territories. We were openly using hemp then without prejudice. However, in 1970, the Controlled Substance Act arrived and penalized the cultivation and sales of hemp because it belonged to the family of cannabis, a Schedule 1 controlled substance.

But now, the situation is changing. Hemp has a chance to win its glory back from cotton because more and more states are legalizing and decriminalizing the cultivation of cannabis. When it comes to fabrics,it’s still true that cotton is the king, as it is a widely used raw material. However, many people are second-guessing its efficacy as fabric due to its environmental impacts. On the other hand, hemp is attracting the same environmentalists by being a sustainable fabric.

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Green Roofing: Why You Should Have Solar Panels

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Green Roofing: Why You Should Have Solar Panels

Guest post by Sheryl Wright

Solar Panels are All the Rage

With the growing global popularity and necessity for green and sustainable energy, there is no doubt that you have seen solar panels on houses and buildings in your local area and beyond. Solar panels have become even more popular in the last few years, and many people may wonder why. You may have heard that solar panels can lower your energy bills and that they are good for the planet, but you may wonder if they are right for you and your home. In this article, you will find some helpful information that will enable you to make a decision about whether or not you should invest in solar energy.

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How You Can Save Money on Waste Removal

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How You Can Save Money on Waste Removal

Guest post by Rene Thorne

Waste disposal makes the top list of expenses in many business setups, regardless of the field. However, this aspect is rarely talked about because it doesn’t seem like a big deal, at least from the outside. But if you take a keen look at the costs incurred by companies during waste removal, you’ll realize that this expense may sometimes contribute to the financial constraints faced by various businesses.

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