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Organics, Slow Food, & Sustainable Living

There's lots of reasons to buy organic and local. Simply, it's better for the planet and better for people. Here is the where, what, why, and how to incorporate more organic foods into your lifestyle.
Ways to Make Your Kitchen Eco-Friendly
Everyone knows they're suppose to recycle. But what are some other ways to make your kitchen eco-friendly. Here is a list of ten easy ideas to help the environment, many that you can do right now.
Top 12 Fruits and Vegetables You Should Buy Organic
There's lots of reasons to buy organic. The USDA's own tests show that most non-organic produce contain residual pesticides even after washing. The long term effects of consuming these pesticides has not been sufficiently studied, but they can't be good for you. Here is a list of the fruits and vegetables most contaminated and which you should buy organic if possible.
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