Category: Food

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Reusable Cotton BowlOvers Replace Plastic Wrap

Okay, I will admit it. I enjoy reading Martha Stewart’s magazine. There, I said it. And now that we have gotten that over with, I wanted to tell you guys about something I came across in the magazine the other day that I thought would be of interest. Most everyone I know uses either plastic [...]

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Brands Against Prop 37: Companies Opposed To The Labeling Of Genetically-Modified Foods

Yesterday, Californians voted on Proposition 37 which would have required the labeling of genetically-modified foods at the grocery store. It was defeated by a small margin thanks to the millions of dollars spent on deceptive advertising by brands against Prop 37. Leading the charge was Monsanto, a company whose entire business is based around genetically [...]

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The Nature Conservancy is only Enviro Group NOT Supporting Labeling of GMO Foods

Many of you know that I have a major beef with The Nature Conservancy in that they take millions of dollars from polluters like Monsanto as well as keep those companies on their Business Council. It turns out that TNC and Monsanto have something else in common, too – neither of them want the new [...]

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So Who Opposes The Labeling Of Genetically Modified Foods? The Answer May Surprise You.

Coming to the polls this November in California, voters will decide for themselves if food that has been genetically engineered or modified should be labeled on store shelves. Proposition 37 will mandate these labels and unsurprisingly there are many corporations fighting against it ever passing into law. So who opposes the labeling of genetically modified [...]

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Occupy Monsanto Actions Planned For Week Of Sept 17

Monsanto, everyone’s favorite biotech GMO conglomerate (including The Nature Conservancys, who loves their money!), is about to face a week of protests in 60 different locations. The Occupy Monsanto movement has announced plans today to protest the company and inform voters and citizens of the dangers of GMO food and seeds. “There is something wrong [...]

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Managing Your Eco-Friendly Garden

There are many products on the market that can help you to manage and grow your eco-friendly garden. Here are some ideas that many may not have considered. Water Water is a valuable commodity in many communities. Widespread drought has made watering lawns illegal in some areas. But, when you do water, do it right. [...]