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ARMY ANT PARTY!
Ants can be tough to get rid of, especially since they always tend to bring a few friends along for the joy ride. This week, I found out we were stricken with the little critters when I left some shredded coconut and some...
Shining Spirit: Andy Goldsworthy
"Movement, change, light, growth and decay are the lifeblood of nature, the energies that I try to tap through my...
Sprout Varieties, Part II
Detailed instructions and multiple varieties of sprouts. These nutrient packed sprouts only take a few days to grow and the results are definitely worth the wait!
Sprouting Your Own Seeds, Part I
Sprouted Seeds carry plenty of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and enzymes, all necessary for the body to function optimally. In addition to providing the greatest amount of these nutrients, sprouts deliver them in a form that is easily digested and assimilated. In fact, they improve the efficiency of...
Coconut Yum Time!
In Sanskrit, the coconut palm is known as kalpa vriksha, meaning "tree which gives all that is necessary for living," since nearly all parts of the tree can be used in some manner or another.
Boost Your Immune!
Flu season has begun! Now is the perfect opportunity to take some time to establish a few good habits and improve your overall system. Influenza is extremely contagious and every little bit of protection helps.
Welcome to Corvallis
By Jessica Brothers // We have experienced nearly three weeks here in Corvallis and have been loving every minute of it. Corvallis has an excellent downtown and it is beautiful in so many ways. I thought I would share a few of our experiences with you and introduce the town to those unfamiliar with it. :)
We Love Garbanzos!!
By Jessica Brothers // One of the most popular and widely used legumes in the Middle Eastern diet is the chickpea. There are many health benefits to eating chickpeas. Their high protein content is perfect for those wishing to replace red meat in their diet. Garbanzo beans provide an excellent source of...
Eco Film Festivals
By Jessica Brothers // From feature-length documentaries to short films and animations, these environmental festivals are intended to raise awareness and encourage discussion about the world's most pressing environmental issues. I have collected and complied a list of festivals...







