Movie Night: Seaspiracy

Wow, what a bomb drop of a movie this one was. Is it just me or is the news just getting crazier by the year? Well, the info I learned in this one was another omfg layer to all that has been going on in the world. Fishy AF The. fishing. industry - woah. I …

Reasons to Eat Dragon Fruit

What a strange and wonderful thing it is that dragon fruit is on the planet. It's like a little tropical Pokemon fire ball that you actually get to consume and it's healthy. A slightly crunchy cross between kiwi and pear, it has a very mild flavor and little black speckled seeds inside. Perhaps ripe off …

Spirulina: Miracle Food

Green smoothie time! These things are not just a trend, they are a great way to enhance your life by developing a habit of enjoying them on a regular basis. A lot of green smoothies got that way because they had handfuls of spinach or kale added to them, but another easy and wonderful way …

Fun Thing: Colorful Mason Jars

My latest pick-me-up item are these happiness inducing colorful mason jars. You guys already know I'm obsessed with mason jars (like these twinkling solar light mason jars) and all the many, many different ways to use them and feel like you're on a farm house at all times. I'm using mine lately to sip on …

How to Have a Greener BBQ

The plastic free July challenge made me aware of just how many little plastic items are constantly a part of our lives, especially at a cookout. These are just a few examples of items that could be "greenified" at your next BBQ. The more you let your friends know, the more they'll start doing it …

Kelp Noodles Will Save The World

I always get excited to try new foods, especially when they are in noodle form. Kelp noodles, like the name should imply, are made from the giant kelp plants growing in the ocean. They are actually frequently called kelp forests because the grow so thick and dense. They are wonderful for the ocean and the …

Purslane: The Most Delicious Weed

This incredible little beauty called purslane is a wild and underappreciated gem of a plant. Sprouting up on it's own, it is as common as dandelions and also edible and power packed with nutrition. Unlike the dandelion which is quite bitter, purslane is just very mildly tangy and peppery. It's dense rounded leaves add an …

Movie Night: Bag It

This is a new watch for me, even though the movie came out in 2010. Although I try to pay attention to what is the greener way to live, I was surprised by a bunch of things in this film and firmly feel it is a must watch for everyone. The movie is about how …

Food Review: Beyond Meat Burger

I was following the production of this burger way before it hit the market, so finally giving it a try was a much-anticipated, exciting day for me. They can be found in the meat section, un-frozen, side by side with regular old beef burgers at most major chain super markets like Wholefoods. They also have …

Mango Apple Pear Smoothie

I love fresh smoothies made with real fruit. It's refreshing and sweet, but not sugary. Energizing with no crash. It feeds my body and makes my tastes buds happy. This one is a lovely combo of mangoes, pears, and apples. As you can imagine, you simple toss all three ingredients into a high speed blender …