May 22nd, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Summer's around the corner bringing family vacations and much-needed getaways. If you're flying, are you choosing an environmentally-friendly airline? While air travel does contribute to pollution, there are ways to minimize your carbon footprint. Southwest Airlines recently received the Eco-Pioneer of the Year Aviation Award for its green practices which it pursued long before other companies thought about Earth-friendly business practices. Here's why you should definitely consider Southwest Airlines for your travel plans
May 21st, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Memorial day is just around the corner springing us head long into the fun-filled summer vacation. Along with gorgeous sunny days and lazy afternoons come a few ailments that can quickly extinguish all the fun. Whether lounging poolside or surfing at high tide, summer is the season for a few good-time halting issues. Here are a few natural treatments for common summer ailments to keep your summer healthy and fun
May 18th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Eco-vacations are all the rage with trips to the rain forest or stays on organic farms. Sometimes the only get away is a road trip to a nearby state or town. The most eco-friendly vacation is one spent at home, but not everyone can enjoy a "staycation" and most can't afford extravagant "greencations". So if you need to hit the road to enjoy some down town this summer, there are some tricks to help make your road trip more eco-sound. When you must drive, here are some ways to drive efficiently
May 16th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
The popularity of documentaries like Food, Inc. have helped bring food safety to the forefront and many are looking to decrease their exposure to illnesses and long term diseases. While diets consisting of meat are the most common in the U.S. outbreaks of illnesses, however small, are causing pause in thinking about what is healthy. Let's take another look at Mad Cow Disease, E-Coli and other health hazards associated with beef and what changes can be made for increasing health and wellness
May 11th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Mother's Day is a few days away, unless you're in Mexico than you really blew it. If you waited until the last minute for mom's gift, don't dispair, we got you covered. We also think Mother's Day is a perfect holiday for honoring Mother Earth and that special woman in your life. Here are some last minute Mother's Day gifts for Eco-moms or lovely ladies looking to go green
May 10th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
We recently discussed the possibility of solar power in colder climates, but what about sunny states? Which states rank highest for solar power and who is adding solar power to their home energy plan? The following infographic offers clear and insightful data answering these questions
May 7th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Think sucralose is a good sugar alternative? It depends on your definition of healthy. Green Living Ideas often focuses on healthy living including eating whole food diets. The more an ingredient is transformed, especially in a lab, the less likely it will be included in healthy food listings. Sucralose is the for the popular product, Splenda, and it is basically chlorinated sugar. While even doctors promote it as a healthy sugar substitute due to its lack of calories, there's a few things you should know about sucralose. Here are a few reasons you might want to re-think products with sucralose and some alternatives
May 4th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Have some fun, enjoy some relaxation watching digital ocean scene and show the world's oceans some love
April 30th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Bountiful Baskets is a food co-op available in 19 states. The co-op offers 1/2 fruit and 1/2 vegetables at reasonable prices every other week. The produce is available for pick up at several locations within the states available. The co-op is run by volunteers allowing expansion as more families become involved. Bountiful Baskets is a simple idea which brings produce and more to co-op newbies
April 26th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Looking for beef replacements after the Californian dairy cow tested positive for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy(BSE), often called Mad Cow Disease? BSE is transmitted to humans as variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (vCJD) causing neurological dysfunction including memory loss, motor dysfunction and eventually, death. While cases in the U.S are rare, the disease has an incubation of up to 40 years. Instead of risking further exposure, low as the risk may be, why not find alternatives for beef while enjoying added health benefits. Here are some beef replacements sure to please even the pickiest palates and avoid the Mad Cow Blues
