Tag: Tips
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How to Drink a ‘Green’ Beer on St. Patrick’s Day
By Susan Bird Your St. Patty’s Day beer may be tinted an amusing and pretty shade of green this week, but have you ever considered how eco-friendly and sustainable your beloved brewskies really are? If you want to ensure you’re maintaining your environmentalist credentials while hoisting a few brews, keep these considerations in mind: Keg,…
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3 Changes That Could Be Coming to a Nutrition Label Near You
By Diana Vilibert The nutrition label may be getting a makeover … but will its new look help you make healthier choices? That’s what the FDA is hoping. The new proposed nutrition labels will includes three major changes: 1. A more visible calorie count. Calories are front and center on the new proposed label, set…
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Vegan Myths Debunked
By Green Diva Lynn You’ve heard it all before: Vegans are so pasty and unhealthy—they certainly can’t be getting enough protein! And you have to have pockets full of cash to even think about going vegan. Right? Wrong. This infographic from Ethical Ocean explains: Bonus infographic from PETA: Visit EcoWatch’s TIPS and HEALTH pages for…
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Daily Tips for Eating Right During National Nutrition Month
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to “focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.” There’s plenty of information available to honor the month, from the National…
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10 Reasons Why an Apple a Day Really Is a Good Idea
By Michelle Schoffro Cook Martin Luther once said, “Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree.” New research gives more reasons than ever to plant apple trees and enjoy their delicious and nutritious fruit. Here are ten surprising reasons to sink your teeth into…