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Make Chocolate Healthy Again: Fast and Easy DIY Homemade Chocolate

June 21, 2017 by Tyler Ardizzone
Last updated on: June 21, 2017

Few foods can induce a craving like chocolate. From its aroma to how it melts in your mouth to what it does for your body — the whole experience is heavenly. The effects of chocolate are experienced by everyone, not… [read]

Bumblebees Are Now An Endangered Species

June 4, 2017 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: July 4, 2018

The rusty patched bumblebee (Bombus affinis), once such a common site in North America, is now on the endangered species list. This bee species was once abundant and thriving in 28 states and the District of Columbia. They were common… [read]

Microplastics in Sea Salt – A Growing Concern

May 23, 2017 by Lydia Noyes
Last updated on: March 20, 2018

When it comes to long-term thinking for the health of the planet, humans often fall short of common sense. Plastic, one of the most durable products in the world, is consistently used for products no one actually wants to last… [read]

Can Environmentalists Eat Steak? Is Grass-fed, Free-range Better?

May 23, 2017 by Tyler Ardizzone
Last updated on: May 23, 2017

Healthy animals mean a healthy environment, right? What about concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs)? These “factory farms” must be cancerous to the environment. This all seems like common sense, but our common sense can sometimes lead us in the wrong… [read]

America’s Largest Organic Dairy Brand Is Not Organic, Study Suggests

May 19, 2017 by Lydia Noyes
Last updated on: May 19, 2017

Do you really know what’s in your organic milk? According to recent reports, the big organic dairies in the United States may be lying to you. An investigation by the Washington Post into High Plains Dairy in Colorado, owned by… [read]

Does Meat Cause Cancer? Yes and no…

May 17, 2017 by Tyler Ardizzone
Last updated on: May 28, 2020

We cannot truthfully say that meat causes cancer. It’s not that simple. Although many studies have linked meat consumption, particularly of red and processed meat, to cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and a shorter lifespan, this does not mean… [read]

Homemade Two Ingredient Healthy Fruit and Nut Bars

May 15, 2017 by Tyler Ardizzone
Last updated on: May 24, 2017

You can improve your blood lipid level, lose fat, improve gut health, and increase your energy levels with one snack that you can easily make at home. All you need is two ingredients – nuts and dates. But Aren’t Dates… [read]