Month: May 2010
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EWG's Shopper's Guide to Pesticides
I get a lot of questions about pesticides, commonly things like: “How bad are they really?”, “I heard that they’re not worth the money, is that true?”, and “Which are the most important items to buy organic?”. Well, it can be difficult to maneuver the information in the media, because there are many studies out […]
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Study links common pesticides to ADHD in children
This weekend I sent my husband out early on Saturday morning to buy berries (I may have said it was a pregnancy-related craving). Now he didn’t used to be on the organic bandwagon, but in the last several years he’s really gained interest in sustainability and green living, and without even asking he went out […]
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Egg myths debunked
There’s a great article on yahoo today about eggs. The article debunks 4 common myths about eggs – focusing on which factors make eggs healthier vs. which don’t matter. The kind of eggs you buy is important, and myth #3 in the article does a good job explaining why. (Preview – it’s about the types […]
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It's CSA season!
I can’t wait for my CSA to start in another month or so. Tomatoes, peppers, salads, greens, beans, herbs, fresh eggs, and many more, are foods that taste SO much better when they’re coming from a small local farm. CSAs are one of the most convenient ways to buy, and there just happens to be a fantastic variety of […]
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Homemade Granola, a breakfast treat
Making your own granola is easier than you’d think, and makes a fast treat in the morning or a filling snack. Not only does it taste better than store-bought varieties, it lasts for 2 months after you make it, and requires no time at all in the morning when you’re ready to eat! I still […]