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Useful Tips for Growing Food in the Big City

November 25, 2015 by Philip Piletic
Last updated on: November 24, 2015

Living in the big city does not have to cause your green thumb to wilt. In fact, urban gardening projects are becoming more popular in these modern times, whether the gardening is done indoors, on a small patio outdoors, or… [read]

Web MD’s Ties with Monsanto and Big Pharma

November 24, 2015 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: December 8, 2015

When we look for medical information, whether or not we embrace alternative medicine, there are a few primary sources we tend to check out for the conventional treatment and the low down on any given illness. WebMD is at, or… [read]

Danger – Poisonous House Plants to Be Aware Of

November 24, 2015 by Natalie Miller
Last updated on: November 24, 2015

Houseplants vary in shape, size, colour, and looks and can be added to your home to enhance any interior theme. They also purify the air, providing a great health benefit. But there is one thing every homeowner should be cautious… [read]

Inside Child Protective Services – Why You Need to Know Your Rights and Be Careful

November 23, 2015 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: November 24, 2015

We are led to believe government agencies designed to serve and protect the public do just that, but evidence to the contrary suggests corruption and ineptitude play an ever-growing role in American government institutions. In my last year of college… [read]

Corruption and Pork – Agricultural Boards Behaving Badly

November 23, 2015 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: November 29, 2019

Pork. The other white meat. The incredible, edible egg. Beef. It’s what’s for dinner. The majority of Americans are probably familiar with these slogans. But have you ever heard, “Pork: Be Inspired?” Probably not, despite the three million dollar licensing… [read]

New Study Shows Children Should Eat Organic to Reduce Pesticide Levels

November 22, 2015 by Daniel Mezherit
Last updated on: November 20, 2015

For a long time, we have known that organophosphorus (OP) pesticides, like chlorpyrifos and diazinon, are bad for humans, as well as pests. Almost two decades ago, they began to be phased out for residential use due to the risks.… [read]

Natural Cleaning Solutions For Your Home

November 22, 2015 by Jessi Lampard
Last updated on: November 20, 2015

Cleaning is crucial in any home, but regular cleaners take their toll on the environment. Instead, wouldn’t it be nice if there was a cheap, effective way to do housework without using harmful chemicals? Fortunately, there is! And most of… [read]