Is Coconut Sugar a Healthy Sweetener?
byWith all the dangers of sugar being exposed and people searching for a healthier alternative, it seems coconut sugar is ready to take the crown for the healthiest sugar around. But is this a sweet truth?
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New York City Says Goodbye to Styrofoam
byDon’t bin it, ban it! That’s the approach New York City is taking against Styrofoam products this year, with a ban against all single-use Styrofoam products being implemented in a few months.
Buy This, Not That! Greener Alternatives to Disposable Products
byWhether it’s batteries, paper towels or plastic bottles, just how many disposable products are you using in your home on a regular basis? These are really not good for the environment. Here are alternatives that are more sustainable.
Get in Shape! How Obesity Takes Years Off Your Life
byIf trying to lose weight makes a regular appearance on your New Year resolution lists but it never seems to last, make this year the one in which you become fitter and more fabulous!
Foods that Zap Allergies
byMedicine is not your only ammunition against allergies during the summer months. What you eat can play an important role, so make sure you stock up on these foods. Here’s why they’re so good for you.
Water Saving Summer Gardening Tips
byWhen the weather’s dry, your garden needs more water. But don’t waste this precious resource! Here’s how to use water in smarter ways for a healthier summer garden.
Six Ways to Add Sizzle to Your Salads
bySalad is healthy and you probably want to eat more of it during the hotter months. But you don’t have to stick to boring recipes. Here are fresh ways to bring your salads to life.
Top Water-Rich Foods to Eat in Summer
byWhen the heat turns up a notch, you want to ensure you stay hydrated. Drinking water is a must, but you can increase your water intake by reaching for foods that are packed with H2O. Here are some of the hottest – or coolest! – water-rich foods that make a splash.
Is Our Food Causing Deforestation?
byForget guilt over calories – the next time you dig into your favourite meal, you might feel guilt over culled forests, displaced animal homes and less oxygen on the planet.
Five of the Most Eco-Friendly Foods in the World
byYou try to eat healthy but do you ever look at your plate and wonder how your food reached you? Did it notch up carbon emissions on its way? Were chemical fertilisers used during its farming process? Don’t cook up guilt as your side dish! Here are some of the most eco-friendly foods that also happen to be good for you.