Tag: Living
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14 Reasons to Eat Grapefruit
By Michelle Schoffro Cook Grapefruit is rarely mentioned as a superfood extraordinaire. Nutrition authors rarely give it a place on their top foods lists. Few people even consider grapefruit for its health-promoting properties. Yet, this humble citrus fruit deserves to take its rightful place among the superfood giants. [caption id="attachment_321434" align="alignnone" width="500"] Photo courtesy of…
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Too Big to Fail Organic? Horizon Factory Farm Accused of Skirting Laws
In an open letter published today and addressed to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic Program chief, Miles McEvoy, the Cornucopia Institute accused the regulatory agency of abdicating its enforcement responsibilities. Cornucopia, an organic industry watchdog, charged that the USDA had allowed Dean Foods and its WhiteWave subsidiary to, allegedly, operate a giant factory farm dairy…
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8 Top Aphrodisiac Foods
By Monica Bologna Although it’s still chilly outside, Valentine’s Day has a tendency to heat up the month. If it is a special night you’re after but aren’t sure what foods will create certain moods, don’t worry. Eco News has compiled a list of aphrodisiac eats to provide the passion you crave this V-Day.Oysters [caption id="attachment_321321" align="alignnone" width="500"]…
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Healthy Chocolate Superfood Recipe
By Magda Rod Chocolate is one of the world’s favorite foods, and considered a vice by many, but did you know that when done right it’s one of the healthiest foods on the planet? There is a clear distinction between commercial chocolate, made with highly processed cocoa which has no health benefits, and organic dark…
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4 Romantic Rainforest Retreats
Environmentally sustainable, socially responsible and casually luxurious. The eco-lodges and resorts featured in this Valentine’s Day travel roundup are good for the planet, support local communities and offer romantic rainforest experiences year-round. Costa Rica Nestled in the unspoiled jungles of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, Bosque del Cabo Rainforest Lodge is a dream for romantics and…