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August 11, 2010

Contaminated and High-Pesticide Fruit and Vegetables

Sometimes called the “dirty dozen,” 12 fruits and vegetables are known to be the most contaminated by pesticides and/or fungicides. Here are the vegetables and fruits known to be the most contaminated produce, from the most contaminated to the least: 1. Bell Peppers Of vegetables contaminated with neurotoxic pesticides, bell peppers came out the winner […]

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August 10, 2010

Green Back to School

Going back to school means hitting the retail stores and stocking up on all kinds of stuff, right? Well, maybe it means that for some, but the eco-conscious are looking for ways to go green when they get ready to go back to school. 1. The Lunchbox Remember your lunchbox as a kid? Was it […]

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August 9, 2010

Back to School Nutrition

Nutrition is one of the single most important factors when it comes to a child’s development. Proper nutrition is essential for children to succeed in school. By feeding your children a proper diet, you are helping them to be able to function properly in school in addition to fostering their growing mind and bodies. A […]

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August 8, 2010

How to Choose a Green College

Now high school students bound for college can add “green” to their list of criteria in choosing which institution they attend. If you’d like to know how to choose a green college, here are some tips. What To Look For 1. Community Service Colleges like Warren Wilson regularly engage in community clean-up programs. A green […]

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