Who always feels guilty throwing away food scraps? Like not the gross, moldy bits, but potatoes that have grown eyes, or spinach that’s just a *smidge* too wilted? While composting may be the first thing most people consider when trying to reduce their food waste, it’s not always a realistic option if you live in smaller spaces or live in an area with limited resources. That’s why I love the “scrappy cooking” series created by Carleigh AKA @plantyou on Tiktok. Carleigh’s created a whole ... Read More
The Realities of a Microplastic World
I don’t know if anyone else has seen that papaya seed cleanse on TikTok, but the sudden realization that the majority of us have some sort of parasite in our bodies gives me the willies. No one wants to think about creepy crawlies just swimming around in our gut, let alone worms. But what I think many people don’t realize is that the scary invader du jour isn’t a living critter, it’s something else entirely—microplastics in humans. What are microplastics, and are they found in ... Read More
How Mushrooms are Dominating the Sustainability Movement
If you read my last blog, you know that mushrooms are currently the “it girl” when it comes to popular supplements for holistic health. Sold in a range of products—teas, coffees, and pills—they can help boost your immunity, boost mental clarity, and even help lower your cholesterol. Mushrooms are a wellspring of benefits, and it’s about time they get their time in the spotlight. And while these perks alone make them a fantastic addition to anyone’s diet, mushrooms have a surprising ... Read More
6 Powerhouse Mushrooms to Add to Your Diet
I don’t know why, but talking about mushrooms always makes me giggle. Maybe it’s because when you mention mushrooms people seem to imagine hippies, and tie-dye, and lots of fringe. They think that you’re going to tell them a story about transcending the universe or limping through a bad trip. But with the rise in holistic health and natural supplements, mushrooms have taken on a whole new purpose and image in the public eye. Curiosity and experimentation have driven a new interest in the ... Read More
Your Guide To Vegan Leather… That’s Actually Sustainable
Why is it that when a tall, dark, and handsome stranger is introduced in a romance novel they’re always described as smelling like leather? Sure, society’s taught us to associate the animal-byproduct with luxury and masculinity, but even if you know it's not all that, you might wonder if its alternatives are actually sustainable. Truth is that innovators in the industry have been working hard to come up with a handful of alternative sources for leather, and they're a lot better than they used ... Read More
5 Vegetarian Food Brands That Focus on Sustainability
Does anyone else remember the absolute hullabaloo that accompanied the launch of the Impossible burger? (While I love that a convincing vegetarian-friendly alternative was created, the whole fake blood thing weirded me out.) Its introduction ushered us into a whole new chapter of consumerism around vegan and vegetarian food brands; suddenly, fast food chains like Burger King and Taco Bell were clamoring to jump on the bandwagon. Truth be told I was never particularly interested in ... Read More
