Maine experiments with ready-made campsites to attract more people to the great outdoors
If you ever wanted to experience Maine without staying at an expensive resort or hotel, now’s your chance after the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry has teamed up with a company known as Tentrr. In an experiment to attract more people into the great outdoors, Maine helped Tentrr set up ready-made campsites in […]
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Simple ways everyone can move toward a greener, more prosperous future today
Human activities are causing climate change and polluting the environment to such a degree that the future looks bleak indeed. However, it’s vital to remember that humans can turn it around if they work together and plan for a better future. Rather than feeling pessimistic and helpless, there are simple things that each person can […]
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5 Delicious and Nutritious Foods that Naturally Lower Cholesterol
Our bodies are complex and sensitive. Sure, there’s a lot that our bodies can handle. However, a poor diet is basically a one-way ticket to sick-ville. Having a diet that’s high in fats and unhealthy food can be a cause for cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, and other serious and life-threatening illnesses and conditions. Today, I’m […]
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Why You Need to Buy an Eco Friendly Mattress
When it comes to purchasing eco friendly products for your home, mattresses may not be at the top of your list. In reality, the mattresses in your home may not be healthy for you or the environment. Walter Bader, the co-founder of Organic Mattresses Inc., says that “mattresses are like cigarettes in the 1930s.” They […]
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Amazing Essential Oil Blends You Won’t Want to Miss out On
If you are new to aromatherapy, you need to learn about creating your own essential oil blends. This is also good for those who have been using the blends they find online. The beauty of creating your own blends is that you can customize each one to your needs. Some people want oils that are […]
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The Benefits of Cooking with Cast Iron Pots and Pans
There are so many different pot and pan options to choose from these days. Non-stick, stainless steel, and aluminum pans are some of the most commonly used cookware today. As popular as these pans are, they also have some disadvantages to your health. One durable cookware option that has been used for thousands of years […]
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Natural Ways to Put Bad Breath Bacteria at Bay
If there’s one thing that we are collectively insecure about, it’s bad breath. Nobody wants to walk around with onion breath. Nor, do we want to have coffee breath while we head into a big meeting. There are mouth washes and breath mints that you can use to try and put the bad breath bacteria […]
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Helpful Tips for Starting a DIY Herb Garden
Not everyone has the room or the skill to grow a full-scale garden. Gardening takes time and patience, and this is a daunting take for many people. For beginners, it is best to start small and learn to take care of plants indoors. One great way to cultivate your green thumb is to start your […]
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Is Coffee Healthy? The Benefits and Cautions
There has been some debate about how healthy coffee can actually be for human health. Depending on if it is organic, it can benefit the health of the workers involved and the environment. This is because synthetic fertilizers and pesticides contain chemicals that can harm both parties. It does not affect the coffee when you […]
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Vegan Clothing: What Is It and Should You Have It in Your Closet?
When trying to make sustainable and environmentally friendly choices, it is important to look at the clothes that you buy. Vegan fashion has become more popular over the years as people have exposed the toxic chemicals and inhumane practices companies use for their clothes. For example, leather companies use toxic chemicals in the tanning process, […]
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