Monthly Archives: August 2013

Food from China, prevention vs. profit, Miso, Aloe and more from the week-end readings

Posted on August 26, 2013 by monika

Consider 6 mind-boggling facts about farms in China before buying food (or anything for that matter) from there. When it comes to health and healthcare, most nations focus on healing and prevention; in the US, the health industry’s big players … Continue reading →

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Food scraps, gas drilling, radioactive water and more from the week-end readings

Posted on August 19, 2013 by monika

Learn about how You Can Afford Wholesome and Organic Food from Mother Earth News. Food scraps make up the largest percentage of waste in landfills—21% (followed by plastics at 17% and paper at 16%). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) … Continue reading →

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Herbs, GMOs, BPA, Seeds of Change of India and more from the week-end readings

Posted on August 12, 2013 by monika

Herbs have been used for millennia to heal bodies and souls. Read about Five [truly] amazing herbal teas and the conditions they can help treat from Natural News. Leaving aside the question of whether they’re good or bad for a … Continue reading →

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Blueberry and Peach Coconut cake

Posted on August 5, 2013 by monika

24 servings An easy summer party delight! This cake is quick to make and absolutely delicious when served with a tablespoon of plain yogurt! 9 tbsp unsalted butter 3 cups flour 3 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 cups … Continue reading →

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