What’s On Your Plate?
Last weekend, Punky and I watched an excellent documentary together that I want to recommend to everyone. It’s called What’s On Your Plate? and it follows two 11 year olds on their journey...
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Nutritional Yeast: How Am I Just Now Discovering This?
Nutritional yeast has become an absolute staple in our house. It is effortless to use, SO yummy, and trés good for you – plus, the kids devour it! So why am I just now discovering it?...
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Chocolate and Child Slavery – Say NO This Holiday Season
There is a 2013 Update for the article HERE. Please visit the Chocolate and Child Slavery 2013 Update, which contains all the same information below plus any new developments since this was originally...
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On Giving and Caring: Conscious Consumerism
There is more to the spirit of giving than the act itself. From putting a little extra thought into where you make your purchases to choosing a charity, there are innumerable ways to expand the spirit...
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Urban Foraging and Wild Edibles: New Feature
A quick examination of an unused former flower bed at my mom’s house revealed a treasure trove of wild edibles – edible weeds, if you will. The rest of her yard and forest edge provided even...
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Healthy Lunch Ideas: Waste Free Lunchbox (Mostly Vegan)
Coming up with healthy lunch ideas for school lunches can be challenging, and some people find the idea of the waste-free lunchbox downright daunting. Here are some ideas I have found to make healthy,...
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Teaching Kids About Food and Plants: Grow Sprouts in a Jar
Teaching kids how to grow sprouts in a jar combines several wonderful lessons: It is a hands-on exploration of the life cycle of plants. It is a practice in patience (though one well paced for young...
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