Green Inspirations

Future of Vertical Hydroponics

Published on July 20th, 2012 | by Guest Contributor

If there’s one thing that humans do better than any other animal on this planet, it’s taking up space. Since the dawn of the agricultural revolution, man has been fueled by an endless quest to grow, expand, and conquer every horizon that dares get in his way. With this spirit it could be suggested that vertical hydroponics are just another evolution of the same idea, tackling the problems of land scarcity the same way John D. Rockefeller did with New York's overpopulation in the 1900's. ... Read More →


Farmers Market

The Worst Drought in 50 Years and How to Ease the Stress from It

Published on July 20th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle

While the midwest has not become the dust bowl of Steinbeck fame, it is parched, chocking and sorely yearning for rain. The worst drought in 50 years has behind a stream of high grin prices affecting farmers, mostly livestock growers. So, the worst drought in 50 years may not affect you if you eat a raw foods diet. Here's why now might be the time to give up processed foods and ease the stress caused by the drought... Read More →


Conservation

Bats in the Belfry Can be a Good Thing (video)

Published on July 16th, 2012 | by The Green Divas

We had a little fun this week getting settled into our new Green Divas HQ. In this video, we talk about Green Diva Lisa's travels, having a relatively eco-friendly move and why I'm celebrating having bats in the belfry!... Read More →


Fashion & Beauty

Have a Cool, Healthy & Green Summer

Published on July 9th, 2012 | by The Green Divas

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  Not sure where you are, but it is HOT, HOT, HOT here in New Jersey! We are all about low-stress living this week, including lots of cooling salads, gazpacho, fresh berries and lavender lemonade. We are done celebrating independence day, [&hellip... Read More →


Green Lifestyle

Green Diva’s Guide to Eco-Friendly Hair Removal

Published on July 5th, 2012 | by The Green Divas

Forgive me for being a diva about this, but I'm just not ready to have fuzzy legs in the summer . . . we've written and talked about this topic before and I always get some grief about how going hairy is the natural and hence the greenest way to go. This may be true, but I'm just not there yet. ... Read More →


Green Lifestyle

Natural Ways to Relieve Sinus Pressure

Published on June 27th, 2012 | by Chris Keenan

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There’s no doubt about it: sinus pressure and pain related to sinus pressure can run from annoying to excruciating. Unfortunately, as well as colds and the flu, allergens and pollution may subject us to the agony of sinus pressure at one time or another. Fortunately there are still a few, reliable and natural at-home measures you can take, meaning banging your head against your garage door is not the only way to get sinus pressure relief. We've discussed nasal irrigation for sinus relief and how to safely use neti pots for nasal rinsing, yet there are still more remedies. Here are natural ways to relieve sinus pressure... Read More →


Health and Fitness

Neti Pot Safety for Ritual Nasal Cleansings

Published on June 26th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle

Neti pots are a popular and successful treatment for sinus pain. A few stories circulated regarding Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba which was reportedly transmitted in two cases through the use of Neti pots. The amoeba was traced to the New Orleans water supply and the two cases were individuals who had used the neti pot. While many are now scared away from this natural treatment option, they shouldn't be. By following the instructions for your neti pot use you can still enjoy the benefits without risking your health and safety. Here is how to safely use your neti pot to avoid or alleviate sinus pain or perform religious nasal cleaning rituals... Read More →


Green Building/Remodeling

At the Intersection of Renewable Energy and Historic Architecture, A Wreck of Old Forms and New Ideas

Published on June 22nd, 2012 | by Chris Keenan

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The Soulard of St. Louis is one of the city's oldest settled areas, featuring homes and business establishments built more than 150 years ago during the heyday of American westward expansion. The neighborhood is so historic, in fact, that it's covered by both state and federal historic building legislation from end to end. That's fine in most cases, and it has created a neighborhood with a distinctly "Americana" feel that most residents enjoy and want to preserve... Read More →


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