Food waste is a big problem and knowing how to store fruits and vegetables properly can help reduce food waste and save you money. Food waste is a big problem when it comes to the environment. Over 1/3 of all food produced globally is wasted. That’s a waste of about $1 trillion of food. That’s…
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How to Eat Local in Oklahoma
Eating local food in Oklahoma is tougher without the Oklahoma Food Cooperative but is still possible. The state has so much delicious food to offer. Last year the Oklahoma Food Cooperative announced it was closing. This was very sad news for those wanting to eat locally in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Food Cooperative was a staple…
Kerrygold is not 100% Grass-Fed, What is Grass-Fed Anyway?
With a class action lawsuit filed against Kerrygold many are asking what really is grass-fed? Does it matter if our food is 100% grass-fed? A class action lawsuit has been filed against Kerrygold for misleading labeling. Kerrygold butter says it’s grass-fed and many people pay the premium price for the benefits that are believed to…
25+ Meatless Monday Recipes
Are you a vegetarian looking for new meals or maybe looking for Meatless Monday recipe ideas? These recipes are great for vegetarians, flexitarians or anyone looking to reduce their meat intake. Meatless Monday is a non-profit initiative started in 2003. The goal is to reduce meat consumption by 15% for personal health and the health…
Support Local Farmers, Join a CSA
Want to eat great local food and support local farmers? Join a CSA and do just that. Not sure what a CSA is or how to join a CSA? We can help you get started. Have you already started thinking about fresh vegetables and fruit from the garden? Do you enjoy the taste of fresh…
Natural Homemade Donut Recipes
Craving a donut but want better ingredients? These delicious donut recipes include only natural ingredients making them a slightly better for you treat. You will even find gluten-free donut, vegan donut, and paleo donut recipes. Who doesn’t love a fresh, warm homemade donut? Making them at home is a great way to be sure they use…
Vegan Instant Pot Recipes
Looking for vegan Instant Pot recipes? These delicious vegan-friendly recipes are sure to make even your non-vegan friends happy. Reducing our use of animal products can be good for the environment and our health. Even if you aren’t a vegan eating occasional vegan and vegetarian meals can help. Sometimes vegan recipes can seem boring but these…
Natural St. Patrick’s Day Treats
Looking for natural St. Patrick’s Day treats? These sweet and savory treats are perfect holiday recipes! St. Patrick’s Day will be here soon. It’s a fun holiday and a day that gets us thinking about spring. After a cold winter that is always a welcome change. St. Patrick’s Day is a fun day to have Irish,…
The Importance of Buying Local
Buying local helps your community and the environment in so many ways. Every little bit helps. (Originally posted on March 28, 2013) As a well-known produce fanatic, I received several messages this morning about the grand opening of Sprouts Market. I do plan on checking out what they have to offer, but I’m less than ecstatic…
Delicious Infused Water Recipes
Need to drink more water? Try these infused water recipes to help make your water taste amazing! Drinking enough water has been shown to help prevent all kinds of health problems, yet most of us still aren’t drinking enough. Infused water can help encourage us to drink more by making our water taste amazing. Benefits…