The green American lawn, with its well-groomed, square patch of grass, can come at an environmental price. Because a lawn that is nothing but grass (all clipped to a uniform length) is a rather unnatural thing, achieving it often means the use of gas-powered machines, pesticides, and weed killers.

You can achieve a beautiful lawn, however, without damaging the environment. Here are some tips for caring for your lawn in an eco-friendly way. Read the rest of this entry

Seeds have all kind of good fats, fiber, vitamins, and health benefits. So why not include more of these little nutritional gems in your diet? A great place to start is with tasty snacks and sweet desserts. Here are some ideas and recipes for using seeds. Read the rest of this entry

While pharmaceuticals are often the treatment of choice for depression – and sometimes they are necessary – there are foods you can eat that can help fight the condition. Some nutritionists refer to depression as a “whole body disease,” implying that the body as well as the mind needs treatment. Here are some ideas for dietary helps for depression. Read the rest of this entry

Even if you are eco-conscious, you may not know that there are little things you can do in your own home to reduce your carbon footprint. When you look at the big environmental picture, it can look intimidating. It’s tempting to assume there’s nothing you can do to make a change. But the small things are cumulative, and it starts with the individual. In short, you can make a difference. Here are some smart ways to reduce your home’s carbon footprint. Read the rest of this entry

The art of building with rammed earth is not new. Ancient civilizations were built using rammed earth construction, particularly in areas where wood was scarce. Some of these buildings are still standing today (rammed earth is durable!).

This technique is enjoying a resurgence. Here is an explanation of what rammed-earth building is, and why it is a sustainable building method. Read the rest of this entry