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Foraging in the Modern World: A Guide to Responsible Harvesting

A few hunter-gatherer societies still live on what they get off the land. But for most of the population worldwide, foraging is a lost art that disappeared a few generations ago. Fortunately, foraging is making a comeback. Foraging is the age-old practice of gathering edibles from your surroundings. It involves searching for fruits, herbs, berries, ...

Nathan Machoka

Dandelions.

9 Tips for Eco-Friendly Clothes Maintenance

The impact of fast fashion on our planet is daunting. Most of us throw away our clothes long before their intended lifespan, and it’s estimated that US$460 billion worth of usable clothing ends up in landfills every year.  Loss of resources aside, fast fashion contributes to environmental degradation and the expansion of the manipulative consumer ...

Nathan Machoka

Woman in the laundry room loading clothes into a washing machine.

The Potential Negative Effects of Drinking Oat Milk According to Dieticians

Oat milk has become a popular substitute for dairy milk, especially among health-conscious people who prefer plant-based products. Despite its appeal, there are essential factors to consider for every oat milk enthusiast or those who may be planning to switch.  If you are considering switching from dairy to oat milk, it is important to understand ...

Haidene Go

Glass of oatmilk sits beside a glass jar full of rolled oats.

Smart Spending: 8 Top Grocery-Saving Hacks

Grocery shopping is a mundane yet crucial task that we all have to do. It is an activity that requires a significant portion of our budget, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are the latest and most effective grocery-saving hacks that are not only designed to help you reduce your grocery expenses, ...

Haidene Go

A grocery store.

DIY Deodorant: How to Make Your Own Aluminum-Free Version

Creating a DIY deodorant at home can be an enjoyable, environmentally friendly, and health-conscious DIY project. It’s not just a cost-effective alternative, but it also offers control over the ingredients, allowing you to avoid harmful chemicals found in many commercial deodorants. Here’s an insightful guide to making your own DIY deodorant. Natural deodorant vs. antiperspirant: ...

Nathan Machoka

Ingredients for a DIY deodorant.

Owning a Piece of the Past: The Auction of U.S. Lighthouses

Would you ever buy a lighthouse? In the U.S., this is not a hypothetical question anymore. The government is auctioning off historic American lighthouses, aiming to preserve their legacy while transferring their maintenance responsibilities to private owners. Why are lighthouses significant? Lighthouses once played a critical role in maritime navigation. These towering structures were strategically ...

Mike West

Annisquam lighthouse off the north coast of Massachusetts.

Safe Consumption of Moldy Food: Separating Myths From Facts

Have you ever questioned the age-old advice to chuck out any food with even a trace of mold on it? Misconceptions about moldy food often lead to unnecessary food waste and confusion regarding food safety. In this article, we’re going to unravel the mysteries of food mold to foster more sustainable food consumption habits. Mold ...

Viena Abdon

Strawberries with mold growing on them.

The Benefits of Using Green Cleaning Products

As the world continues to become more conscious about the environment, the trend of using green cleaning products is growing rapidly. Green cleaning is the practice of using cleaning products and methods that are environmentally friendly. It is an important part of sustainable living and can be used by both businesses and households. Green cleaning ...

Jack Roberts

Eco-friendly green cleaners.

A Guide to Sustainable Living

Have you ever considered going green? That is, you want to reduce your carbon footprint and make your life more sustainable. Sustainable living is a huge part of being environmentally aware, but it can be hard to know where to begin. Sustainability is so much more than recycling — and in fact, it’s not just ...

Viena Abdon

Young African man with a goatee wearing a white t-shirt with the recycle symbol stands in front of a wooden background.

For Action Takers: Sustainable Living Starts at Home

Modern thought has a tendency to classify anything old as useless and defunct. This has unfortunately led to us blindly neglecting the wisdom of our grandparents and ancestors who may still have something to teach us about how to lead a peaceful life. When it comes to sustainable living, some of the simple practices that ...

Raven Montmorency

Old couple ceramic figurines sitting at a table.