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Pets and Plant Poisoning

Cheryl — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 04:45:13 +0000

There are numerous plant species that are toxic to cats and/or dogs, as well as to other pets. The results might be anything from a little tummy-ache to diarrhea to death.

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Wild Edibles

Cheryl — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 23:18:28 +0000

Image via Wikipedia There are over 20,000 wild edible plants growing in the United States and Canada. They vary by geographical area, habitat, harvest season, ease of harvest, type of food provided, preparation procedures, whether eaten raw, cooked, or as an ingredient in recipes, whether they are eaten when young or mature, taste, ease of [...]

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12 Common Labels: What do they mean?

Cheryl — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:23:42 +0000

Image by nikoretro via Flickr There are many ways in which one product can be more healthy than another product, for human or animal bodies or for the planet. However, some labeling can be misleading. Here are ten common labels and what they do and don’t say. All-Natural What it says: Made only from substances [...]

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Sick Building Syndrome

Cheryl — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:58:13 +0000

Image via Wikipedia Today’s building and homes are made up of a variety of building materials, decorative materials, and furnishings, many of which contain toxic elements which out-gas into the air we breathe, make their way into our drinking water, or rub off on skin surfaces of adults, children, even pets. The human body is [...]

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No Sugar Apple Pie

Cheryl — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:06:38 +0000

Image via Wikipedia Here’s an old family recipe for pie without sugar. It also contains NO toxic sugar substitutes. What’s the secret? The apples! Most apple pies are made with green apples, such as Granny Smith. However, if you want to add no sugar, you need a sweeter apple and you need to add some [...]

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Alternatives to Sugar

Cheryl — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 23:14:06 +0000

Increased consumption of sugar per person over the last century is huge. In 1900 it was seven pounds per person per year and today the average is around 220 pounds. Directly related to the consumption of sugar and simple carbohydrates (which change to sugar in the body) are diseases such as obesity, hypoglycemia, and diabetes. [...]

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Non-Toxic Flea Control

Cheryl — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:04:57 +0000

There are many flea control products on the market today, but most of the products are harmful to both the pet and the people around them. However, there are ways to control these pests without poisoning pets, people, plants and the environment. Here are some steps you can take: Stop the flea population from growing. [...]

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How to Start Eating Properly

Anna — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:10:06 +0000

If you currently do not eat a healthy diet, it can seem difficult to start. However, healthy eating habits are important, if you are going to maintaining proper bodily functions and live a disease-free life. If you struggle with eating properly, than you know that breaking unhealthy habits can be the most difficult part of [...]

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Organic Food: Advantages

Anna — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:07:13 +0000

Is Organic Really Better? Is organically grown food really healthier for you than conventionally grown produce? The debate has been raging on since the 1950s as to whether or not organically grown produce is actually better for you than crops from the larger, pesticide using farms. The truth is, while some may say that the [...]

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Quick and Easy Home Made Tomato Soup Recipe

Anna — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 23:58:56 +0000

Add to a saucepan: Several cups of water One small can of Tomato Paste 3 Bay Leaves Salt and Pepper to Taste Several tomatoes cut in large or small chunks, or pureed in a blender Simmer until tomatoes are soft. You can then continue simmering the soup for hours, adding water as you go, for [...]

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