HFCS Free - Cereal Bars

August 28th, 2008

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Terri wrote:

Hi,

I have trouble finding cereal and granola bars/cereal bars we have already cut out the hydrogenated oils, and colors which doesn’t leave many to choose from, then on top of that my son has severe peanut/tree nut allergies so alot of times that eliminates alot of the organic or alternatives that would normally work. If you have any ideas that would be great!

Thanks so much, Teri

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Recycled Tip of the Day - If It’s Yellow . . .

August 28th, 2008

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Do you remember that rhyme from the drought during the 80’s? If it’s yellow let it mellow . . .

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What’s Going On - Thursday

August 28th, 2008

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Haute Nature found a pattern for bags made from rain jackets.

National Geographic discusses an underground “portal” found in Mexico.

Enviroblog talks about the dreaded “fragrance.”

Blogfish questions if frozen is better than fresh when it comes to seafood.

Eddie warns of a dog toy danger.

Going Green, Saving Lives

August 27th, 2008

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Dave, from the Mesothelioma & Asbestos Awareness Center e-mailed me recently to discuss another cost of fossil fuels. I thought you’d be interested in what he had to say.

While the consequences of destructive energy policies have been thoroughly covered by national media outlets in recent years, some of the most destructive practices have gone relatively uncovered. Indeed, we all are aware of the cost of fuel, the disappearing rainforest, and dying manatees, but are we aware of perhaps the most dangerous environmental flaw? Undoubtedly, this flaw is within the fossil fuel industry. Read the rest of this entry »

Recycled Tip of the Day - Reuse Plastic Mesh

August 27th, 2008

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Do you ever buy produce in mesh bags? Don’t throw the bags away! Here are some ideas for reusing them. Read the rest of this entry »

What’s Going On - Wednesday

August 27th, 2008

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National Geographic talks about the lionfish population explosion, a hazard of home collecting (video).  They say the fish were either dumped in the ocean or escaped.  But how does a lionfish “escape” from a fish tank into the ocean?

It’s the Little Thinks mourns her Sigg bottle.

Eddie discusses dog food additives.

Haute Nature found great bags to solar charge your geek gear.

Enviroblog says WalMart and Burger King may be more concerned about your health than some elected officials.

What’s in the CSA Bag - Week 9

August 26th, 2008

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Here’s what was in this week’s bag.

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Tip of the Day - There is such a thing as too many tomatoes

August 26th, 2008

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I haven’t put up a garden update in a very long time, so I’m going to disguise it as a tip.  Or, I’m going to make today’s tip a lesson I learned from my tomatoes.  One or the other.  All about how you look at it.  Read the rest of this entry »

What’s Going On - Tuesday

August 26th, 2008

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The Daily Green questions the environmental impact of your pencil.

Metaefficient talks about Sweden’s sewage to gas process (insert 12 year old boy joke here).

Go Green Travel Green wonders if United Airlines new charge for meals program is greener.

Enviroblog discusses child labor in gold mining.

The Good Human questions the amount of rain that can be collected from your roof.

Meat-Free Mondays - Brinner

August 25th, 2008

Who says breakfast food can only be enjoyed in the morning?  Eat brinner. Read the rest of this entry »