Monsanto is a chemical company that produces genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and pesticides. The company is now trying to rebrand itself as a health-conscious organization. However, critics say that this new image is hypocritical. Monsanto has long been criticized for producing harmful chemicals. Their most well-known product is the herbicide Roundup, which has been linked Continue reading
Introduction It’s no secret that medications can have some pretty serious side effects. In fact, many people take medication for one condition only to end up with another, more serious condition as a result of the medication itself. But what about the long-term effects of taking medication? Are we doing more harm than good by Continue reading
GMO’s (Genetically Modified Organisms) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder)
A news story from NBCNews September 11, 2011 talks about pesticide levels commonly encountered in foods and their link to ADHD in our children, based on research published in the journal of Pediatrics. Exposure to pesticides in our bodies is mainly from the foods we consume, and we can reduce the amount of pesticides in our bodies by 85-90 percent by switching to an organic diet, according to Phil Landrign, MD (Zerbe, 2011).
Introduction The world is awash in plastic waste. Every year, we generate more than 300 million tons of plastic, much of which ends up in landfills or the ocean. To make matters worse, only 9% of all the plastic ever produced has been recycled. So what can we do about all this plastic waste? One Continue reading
Introduction When I started practicing yoga and meditation, I was going through a tough time in my life. I was struggling with my mental health and was looking for a way to cope. I had no idea that these ancient practices would change my life for the better in so many ways. Yoga and meditation Continue reading
Introduction Are you interested in composting but don’t know where to start? Composting is a great way to reduce your waste, help the environment, and even grow your food! Despite what many people think, composting is very easy to do – and it doesn’t have to be smelly or gross. It can be a very Continue reading
Why Resistance To Change Is Inevitable And How To Overcome It Introduction In recent years, a growing movement of people has been calling for sustainability and climate action. This is a positive development, as the planet is facing an existential crisis that requires urgent attention. However, this movement has also been met with a lot Continue reading
The Benefits of Consumerism The popular saying, “Money Talks,” is founded on the reality that consumerism fuels much of American culture and business. Unfortunately, this can create unsustainable materials and waste that pollutes our environment. While government-imposed taxes to hold businesses accountable are important, individuals also have a responsibility – we can’t let ourselves off Continue reading
Clothing is something every one of us owns, what we wear relies heavily on what is in season. Trends show that people tend to wear heavy fabrics, warmer clothes in winter, and colder climates. In summer and warmer climates, trends show people to wear lightweight fabrics to help to keep their body temperatures low. In Continue reading
Learn How to Reduce Toxins in Your Home. Toxins come from everything. Pollution from manufacturing plants and vehicles fills the air we breathe and our day-to-day home and health care products are filled with unknown ingredients including formaldehyde. Our clothing even contains toxins from dyes, antibacterial and odor resistant products. Avoid antibacterial and odor-fighting clothing Continue reading
