Gardens and gardening are as much a part of summer as the obligatory ceremonies and images of the season: Evening barbecues, pool parties, baseball games, fireworks, fireflies and afternoon getaways to amusement parks and days of youthful innocence; the iconic "Fresh Lemonade" stand, with its makeshift sign, paper cups,...
If you haven't had a chance to watch the four minute rap video narrated by Stonyfield founder and chairman Gary Hirshberg, World Environment Day might be a great day to do it. Known for his great sense of humor, innovation, and creativity, Hirshberg is a frequent industry speaker in the areas...
“Although individual decisions may seem small in the face of global threats and trends, when billions of people join together in a common purpose, we can make a tremendous difference.” —UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon World Environment Day is on June 5th, 2015. Sponsored by the United Nations, it...
With GMO labeling issues now at the forefront, ingredient transparency is an industry-wide concern. Natural products in all categories may need to take a fresh look at the issues regarding contaminants attributed to or related to pesticides. An expanded vision and broad comprehension of the problem is vital to meet...
In February 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued 11 warning letters to companies for a host of health claims made on product labels and websites, as well as on Facebook comments. Products sold by these companies claim to cure, mitigate, treat or prevent issues such as bone...
When my son was diagnosed with celiac disease about two years ago, I could not have told you anything at that time about gluten. I was that guy; the one in the grocery store who just walked by the designated aisle and automatically associated the gluten-free products with other “trend”...
Being outside and basking in the final weeks of spring, a time when even the smallest backyard is a social venue, play area ore barbecue station, is an unofficial kickoff for summer. The backyard, with its concrete surface or tomato garden or swimming pool or spacious lawn, trees and hedges,...
The Force vs. the DARK Act I recently saw a post about the DARK Act and what caught my attention was a photo of the two main ballplayers, Congressmen Mike Pompeo and G.K. Butterfield in Star Wars garb. As you may recall, the Jedi were a class of warriors...
Detoxification is a personal and physical experience, an exercise of discipline and a commitment to health and wellness. And, while this process may involve many things, from inspiring someone to overcome his or her addiction to alcohol and drugs to cleansing the body of the toxins of so many additives...
Altered Genes, Twisted TruthDame Jane Goodall, UN Messenger of Peace, leading world primatologist and environmentalist is the newest to add her voice to the outcry against the hazardous effects of biotechnology. Her 2015 global tour now includes an endorsement of the newest book on the topic, Altered Genes, Twisted Truth,...
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