Some people go vegetarian out of compassion for animals, while others are motivated by the fact that eating low on the food chain is better for the environment. Many of us also seek the impressive health benefits of a plant-based diet. And guess what else? It’s cheaper! Without a doubt, a smart vegetarian approach can help keep your wallet─rather than your waistline or arteries─plump. These pointers can help: Read the rest of this entry »
The more you learn about being a vegetarian, the more you realize that it’s anything but one size fits all. While all true vegetarian diets exclude meat, some variations include animal products, like eggs and dairy. The vegan diet, by contrast, excludes all animal products including meat, fish, fowl, eggs, dairy─even honey. Many vegans also refuse to use animal products in any form, including silk, leather, wool, suede, etc. Read the rest of this entry »
Did you know that Pythagoras, Aristotle, Socrates, Plato, and Plutarch were all vegetarians? As were Confucius, Buddha, Gandhi, Leonardo da Vinci, and a host of other impressive figures over the centuries. Clearly, this dietary choice has a long and rich history─which is a great starting place as we learn more about all things vegetarian through the month of March.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, are you considering a gift for someone special? Celebrating your love for others─including sweethearts, parents, siblings, kids, and pets─is both heart expanding and wellness boosting. You can make your gift even more meaningful by choosing fair trade. In doing so, you’re not only treating your loved ones, you’re also supporting social justice, empowering communities across the globe, and encouraging healthy environmental practices. For example: Read the rest of this entry »
If you like the concept of fair trade─a market-based system that ensures better trading conditions for producers in developing countries─you may want to choose fair trade options over others when given the chance. Fortunately, more stores are carrying fair trade products than ever before, and there are numerous on-line sites as well, offering items ranging from coffee and tea, to body care products and apparel, to home décor and jewelry.
Many Americans are hearing more about fair trade these days, which is fortunate, given the tremendous benefits this system offers to people and planet. Fair trade is both an organized social movement and a market-based approach that aims to create better trading conditions for producers in developing countries.
If you’re committed to providing your family with organically grown/produced foods, but worry about the higher price tag compared to conventional items, take heart. The cost of USDA certified organic foods will eventually come down. Meanwhile, there are clever ways to save along the way. Read the rest of this entry »
Many families are selecting organic foods on a more regular basis, which is especially good news for kids. According to the National Research Council (NRC), children are not adequately protected from pesticides in their diet. Here are 5 ways children benefit from eating organic whenever possible:
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Are you clear on what the term “organic” actually means? It’s a confusing topic for many health-conscious consumers─especially with the many changes associated with this term in recent years. This update can help clarify matters:
As you may know, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has established an organic certification program strictly regulating how these foods are grown, handled and processed. Any farmer or food manufacturer who labels and sells a product as organic must meet these government standards to be USDA certified. Only producers who sell less than $5,000 a year in organic foods are exempt from this certification. Read the rest of this entry »
Do you select organic foods when you shop? By definition, organic products are grown and produced without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics, or growth hormones. Organic farmers don’t feed or inject animals with hormones or antibiotics, nor are genetically modification organisms (GMOs) used.
Currently, 70% of the U.S. population buys organic food on occasion─with nearly 25% investing on a weekly basis, according to the Hartman Group. Organic items are generally perceived as safer, healthier, and better for the environment. Here are some powerful reasons to make organically grown foods a priority in the New Year:
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