Summer is here, the air is warm, and you may be feeling the heat! Where I live in the central valley of California, the temperature has been tipping the scales at 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Whether or not you’re in extreme weather, it’s the time of year to talk about how to beat the heat and stay cool. In this article, …
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It’s summer time, and it’s hot. What could be more wholesome and refreshing on a hot, sunny day than kids running through the sprinkler and drinking from the garden hose, right? But what if that hose is delivering a large dose of heavy metals and toxic plasticizers to your children and your garden? The Toxic Soup in Your Garden Hose …
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The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here. Key Takeaways Credo sells dozens of brands of clean beauty products both online and at a handful of brick & mortar stores nationwide. They offer skincare, makeup, body care, hair care, and fragrance. Top brands include OSEA, Ilia, …
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Don’t toss those eggshells! Around the homestead, even the smallest scraps can serve a purpose, and eggshells are no exception. From enriching your garden soil to deterring pests and nourishing your flock, these humble kitchen castoffs are a free and versatile resource. Whether you keep chickens or just eat a lot of omelets, there are plenty of creative, sustainable ways …
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The EPA reports that each American generates about 4.9 pounds of municipal solid waste (MSW) each day. In one week, you’ve generated about 35 pounds of trash and recyclables. Consider that amount over a month or a year. It’s so much, and it’s overwhelming the nation’s landfills. The Realities of MSW Here’s a scary fact: recyclables often end up in …
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I don’t cook. Thanks to therapy, I finally figured out why. My mom worked a full-time job and was home around six on most evenings. Then she cooked, always a full meal designed around the “meat and three” philosophy. Sometimes she would spend over two hours cooking, which meant we didn’t sit down to eat until around eight. After the …
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Weeds are the bane of every gardener, especially as the days heat up and vacation season starts. But short of hand-digging them every day, it can be a real challenge to stay on top of your weeds before they strangle out your veggies and flowers. Here are 10 non-toxic ways to handle weeds in your garden… Skip the Toxic Herbicides …
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You’ve seen all the social media and glossy-paper magazine gardens. They’re lush. They’re perfectly weeded. Their plants are in proportioned rows without a single hole in any leaf, and they fill baskets of picturesque produce without a hitch. Cicada-damaged chestnut trees, weedy paths, and lush turnips. Photo courtesy of Wren Everett//Insteading. In short, they are photogenic perfection with huge amounts …
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“What’s that horrible smell?” I pinched my nose. As always, my friend’s sunroom was filled with plants of every description. But there was a new one that caught my attention, and I leaned in for a closer look. “It smells like skunk.” “You just brushed against the leaves of my latest addition. It’s called a scaredy-cat plant, or more officially …
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When I booked my first session with an online therapist, I only had the intention of “feeling better.” I didn’t spend hours poring over reviews of available therapists, or checking to see what my insurance did (and most likely, didn’t) cover — I googled “online therapy” and signed up with one of those podcast-advertising online therapy brands. My sudden urge to …
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