I recently got my first box from Imperfect Produce, and I was so excited that I decided to share my thoughts on the experience so far. This post is not sponsored; I just wanted to spread the word about a company that I believe is doing great things! If you’re not already familiar with them, … Continue reading Review: Imperfect Produce
One of the absolute best ways to make the world a better place is by making ethical food choices. Every time you eat, you’re making a choice about the kind of world you want to live in--for most of us, that’s a least three votes a day! Instead of participating in a food system that … Continue reading How to Eat Ethically
A while back I mentioned that I had enrolled in an introductory nutrition class. One of the perks of my job is that I get to take free night classes, and since I have been interested in nutrition for a while, I decided to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more. The class was … Continue reading 10 Things I Learned About Food from an Introductory Nutrition Class
It’s the end of January, and that means it’s time for a review of my goals for this month! As a reminder, this year I’m focusing on ways to make the planet a better place, with a different theme for each month. My January theme was personal well-being. By putting my own well-being first, I … Continue reading January Recap: One Month of Better Well-Being
One of the books I’ve been reading this month to help me with my personal wellness goals is Kintsugi Wellness: The Japanese Art of Nourishing Mind, Body, and Spirit, by Candice Kumai. I’ve been so inspired by this book that I decided to write a whole post about it! Kintsugi is the Japanese art of … Continue reading Living by Kintsugi Wellness
Let’s face it: “stuff” is the enemy of a healthy planet. As we buy more and more stuff, landfills grow fuller, the earth becomes more polluted, our homes get more cluttered, and we become less happy. I recently posted on Instagram about how moving out of my apartment made me acutely aware of just how many … Continue reading 8 Things To Do That Will Make You Happier Than Buying More Stuff
I have wanted to grow an indoor herb garden for a long time. Fresh, practically free herbs at the ready without packaging waste or transportation emissions? What’s not to love? After doing a little research online, it seemed like a snap. “I can totally grow stuff,” I thought, “what could go wrong?” A lot, it … Continue reading Attempting to Grow an Indoor Herb Garden
It's round two of the incredible, edible farm share box! If you missed round one, check it out here. Basically, a crop box or CSA (community-supported agriculture) box, is a share of fresh, local, produce that I receive every other week. It supports my local community, reduces the emissions caused by transporting food over long … Continue reading The Incredible, Edible CSA, Round 2
I recently signed up for a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share, and last week I received my first box of produce. If you're not familiar with CSA programs, they are an amazing way to get fresh, locally grown produce, dairy, meat, and other goods. It's healthy, convenient, and supports my local community, so honestly I … Continue reading The Incredible, Edible CSA
