I try to choose cosmetic products that are made from natural, chemical free ingredients and recycled goods.
It can be difficult to make the ‘green choice’ when staring down a drugstore aisle with seemingly endless options of shampoo and face wash. But if you familiarize yourself with some of the greener cosmetic companies, you’ll find there’s a good array of affordable, environmentally conscious selections out there.
Read on for the rundown on a few of my favorite eco-friendly cosmetic lines:
Many people associate weekends with yummy homemade breakfasts that we’re all just too busy for during the week. This weekend put aside your toaster pastries, frozen Eggo waffles and tired oatmeal and make these homemade blueberry vegan pancakes or waffles.
Blueberries have just a few more weeks in season so get ‘em while they last!
Read on for my super simple and delicious recipe for vegan blueberry pancakes:
In the summertime I get the urge to eat out more. The longer days and opportunity for al fresco dining (one of my favorite little pleasures in life) just make restaurants that much more enjoyable for me.
I frequent establishments that boast the use of organic and local ingredients, along with lots of vegan and vegetarian hot spots. But, I also head to restaurants that aren’t necessarily well known for any of these things.
While dining I’m often on the lookout for how restaurants measure up in the eco-friendly department. Here are some practices that help keep businesses in the food industry greener. Don’t be shy – suggest some of these next time you’re at one of your favorite spots.
Green restaurant practices:
Here’s a recipe for Stuffed Peppers using mostly seasonal ingredients that’s vegan and oh so delicious. It’s one of my go-to’s when I’m not sure what I want to have for dinner. It takes a few pots and pans but is simple, and you can even make it ahead and pop in the broiler or microwave to enjoy later. Try it for dinner tonight!
Hey fatty – we have a problem. No, not you, all of America. Americans spend trillions on healthcare each year. 2/3 of us are overweight and 50% of us take prescription drugs. Cases of diabetes are exploding, and heart disease, cancer and stroke are the three leading causes of death in the US. Can you dream of a health plan that could save you money and actually REVERSE conditions you may have?
While many in Philadelphia started celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with the Erin Express & such this weekend – the official big day is approaching!
We love greening our holidays… especially one of our favorite days of the year when everyone wears green!
Here’s a few ways to celebrate leprechaun-style & green your St. Patrick’s Day:
Excited for Sunday’s Academy Awards & green Documentaries yet?
I always love checking out the celebs that aren’t shy with their ambitions. Here’s a few noteworthy starlettes that will be making an appearance on Sunday:
A vegetarian (or vegan) diet can significantly benefit your health and the environment. If committing to a meat-free diet makes you want to run into the nearest Outback Steakhouse the good news is simply eating less meat can make a difference.
Chicken and fish can cause their own set of negative consequences. But, let’s focus on red meat today. Read on!
Hot Cocoa is the perfect winter treat in my opinion. It brings me back to my childhood and makes the cold seem more bearable
I love this vegan twist on a childhood favorite. It’s simple, delicious and comforting.
Plus, sometimes it just feels good to make something from “scratch” rather than use a prepackaged food.
Tasty Vegan Hot Cocoa Recipe:
