In order to have a successful garden, we need to have good soil that will enable successful container growth. This is the staple of a good garden. Selecting the right potting mix for the plants we want to grow plays a major role in whether they will thrive well or […]
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This Popular Veggie Is One Of The Most Contaminated Veggies
Often praised for its abundance of nutrients, kale has now become a part of the ‘Dirty Dozen’- a list of fruits and veggies that have the most pesticides, according to an analysis made by the EWG. Has kale become one of the most contaminated veggies? The group is known to […]
Mouth-Watering, Healthy & Easy-to-Make: Epic Vegetarian Tacos Recipe
Free of meat and full of plant deliciousness, these tacos really deserve the title ‘epic’. Even the most hardcore carnivores will want to try it out once they smell the beautiful aroma they release! Made with pinto beans, avocados, onions, and an abundance of fresh garnishes, this taco is inspired […]
Avoid them at all Costs: 5 Fruits & Veggies Full of Pesticides
On a yearly basis, the Environmental Working Group publishes a list with the 12 produce items with the highest level of pesticide residue of veggies and fruits tested by the USDA. Believe it or not, in 2017, 178 distinct types of pesticides were discovered in the tested products. And, 70 […]
This Ancient Technology Helps Keep Food Fresh Without Electricity
In hot climates, food cannot maintain its freshness for long. In fact, tomatoes will go off in two days and carrots and okra in four will be rotten. Hence, when we do not protect crops in the right way, we are losing produce. But, this does not have to happen […]
Scientists Confirm Link Between Cancer Diagnosis And Bad Diet
For some years now, the scientific world has been trying to collect conclusive studies for the connection between unhealthy diet and higher risk of cancer. Though it has been considered a contributing factor, studies have not been conclusive about whether a poor diet can lead to cancer, until recently. Namely, […]
Eat these 20 Foods to Alkalize Your Body & Eliminate Acid Deposits
Have you ever wondered why processed sugars and grains make you feel sluggish after eating them? The answer may be hidden in their pH value. Namely, these items are considered to be acidic unlike veggies and fruits which are mostly alkaline. Unfortunately, the more acidic foods we eat, the higher […]
Throw Away Your Glasses & Restore Your Vision with this DIY Remedy
A lot of people believe that our vision is bound to worsen as we age. Though aging increases the risk of poorer vision, it does not necessarily have to be the case and there are ways you can preserve your eyesight. In fact, there are beneficial ways you can preserve […]
Top 8 Health Benefits of Carrot Juice
If you do not eat carrots, you are definitely missing on a lot! This amazing veggie is abundant in nutrients, vitamins, and fiber. And, you do not just have to consume carrots to reap the benefits, but you can also opt for carrot juice. If you still have doubts about […]
Natural Remedies To Lower Bad Cholesterol And Cleanse The Blood Vessels
Reducing the bad cholesterol in the blood vessels is pivotal if we want to maintain optimal blood and cardiovascular health. When we have high levels of bad cholesterol, we are at a higher risk of serious health problems, including atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, strokes, and heart attacks. Successfully balancing the […]