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Many Good Reasons to Use Oxygen Bleach

February 4, 2016 0 comments

Brighter brights and whiter whites is everyone’s laundry goal. Since laundry accounts for a chunk of our household chores of course we want our clothes to come out of the wash looking bright and clean, which is why there is a whole aisle of the grocery store devoted laundry. Laundry […]

The Environmental Problem With Shrimp

January 23, 2016 1 comment

Look for certified sustainable wild or farmed shrimp. I have known for a long time that shrimp gets a poor environmental rating which presents an eco- conundrum in our household since shrimp is everyone’s favourite seafood. Shrimp is North America’s favourite seafood. The average American eats about four pounds of […]

Christmas, Cookies, Green Living

How to Reduce Food Waste | Tips for Best Before and Expiration Dates

January 10, 2016 1 comment

Best Before and Expiration dates are two completely different things. Here’s how to understand the difference… “When in doubt, throw it out.” That’s an easy approach to deciding if food in the fridge is still fine to eat or if it should get tossed in the compost bin. But what […]

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5 Healthy Eating Tips for the New Year

January 5, 2016 0 comments

How to eat well for you and the planet: If healthy eating is one of your goals for 2016 here’s a recap of some of my healthy eating columns from 2015. They’re ideas to help you choose food that is good for you and your family, with the environment in mind. […]

Fish and Seafood, Green Living

Is Canned Tuna Safe to Eat?

December 27, 2015 1 comment

Is canned tuna safe to eat? Canned tuna is the most widely consumed fish in North America. It’s a healthy alternative to meat, is high in protein, vitamin B-12 and is full of omega-3 fatty acids. And it’s so convenient. The problem is that tuna is also high in mercury. […]