National Organic and Environmental Association (NOEA)

10/31/2011

Food for Thought 004 -3: Sweeteners ~ monitoring your sugar intake? Here is a list of added sugars that may be listed as ingredients in your favorite food labels: brown sugar, corn sweetener, dextrose, fructose, glucose, high-fructose corn syrup, invert sugar, lactose, maltose, malt syrup, raw sugar, sucrose, sugar, syrup

10/18/2011

Food for Thought 004-2: Avoid lowfat/nonfat cookies, crackers, etc. The lowered fat is generally substituted with other artificial fillers and preservatives to make up for taste and substance, sometimes leaving your body with a trail of toxic, overly-processed ingredients.. You also lose some of the nutritional value found in the natural form of the product. Instead, opt for full fat and skim down portion size or dilute it yourself.

10/18/2011

Food for Thoughts 004-1: Reading the fine print ~ Trying to make healthier choices but not sure what to avoid? The next few posts will give you some tips on what to look for and what to avoid in those pesky food labels!

10/18/2011

We've been away working on a few projects and making some great connections for the upcoming year! We're back now with some helpful tips you can use everyday! Be well!

07/29/2011

Healthy Hot Spot 001: The Magic of Chlorophyll ~ Did you know that in addition to Chlorophyll's liver detoxification properties, it works as a natural deodorant for body odor? Just add a tablespoon of liquid chlorophyll to a glass of water each day and not only aid your organ function but also reduce any unwanted body odor! (We use a squeeze of lemon to improve the taste!)

07/06/2011

Tip for Tots 001: If your child has an ear infection, before beginning a harsh cycle of antibiotics, try a natural alternative and opt for a garlic oil treatment. Warm garlic oil in both ears will do wonders in the beginning phases of an ear infection and will generally keep the infection from growing.

06/13/2011

Food for Thought 003-5: Going Organic on a Budget ~ Shop in bulk at your local Farmers Market or Co-op - Organic items are generally cheaper than a grocery store and you can get just the amount you need. You can purchase bulk grains for literal coins and bags of fresh herbs and produce for ¼ of what you pay in grocery stores. Check http://www.localharvest.org/ for co-ops and farmers markets near you.

Find locally grown produce anywhere in the country! Use our map to locate farmers markets, family farms, CSAs, farm stands, and u-pick produce in your neighborhood.

04/12/2011

Food for Thought 003-4: Going Organic on a Budget ~ The Clean Fifteen. If you can’t afford all organic produce, here are the 15 that test cleanest in pesticide residue. Onions, Avocado, Mango, Pineapple, Asparagus, Frozen Sweet Peas, Frozen Corn, Kiwi, Cabbage, Eggplant, Papaya, Watermelon, Broccoli, Tomatoes, Sweet Potatoes and Grapefruit

03/19/2011

Food for Thought 003 -3: Going Organic on a Budget ~ Avoid the Dirty Dozen. Be sure to always purchase these produce items in organic to avoid the harmful pesticides that may pe*****te the flesh of your produce. These 12 are known to have the highest pesticide contamination levels : Peaches, Apples, Bell Peppers, Celery, Nectarines, Strawberries, Cherries, Kale, Lettuce, Imported grapes, Carrots, and Pears

03/09/2011

Food for Thought 003 -2: Going Organic on a Budget ~ Try Gardening and Canning your fruits and veggies. Have extra berries you don’t need? Before they go bad, simmer them in H2O and sugar, smash them down to make a delicious, healthy jam for your family. Purchase tomatoes in bulk at your local co-op and make a large batch of marinara today & can the extra for another meal. This great tip will save you time and money

03/09/2011

Food for Thought 003 -1: Going Organic on a Budget ~ Think its too expensive to go organic? Its really about how and what you buy that will make your transition smooth and affordable. Keep in mind that its a journey, not a rush to your destination. You want to make this a lifestyle, and you want to take your time getting there. The next few posts will give you great tips on how to do just that.