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Activism in Progress: GMO Labeling

May 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Learn about the GMO debate and how you can get involved in signing petitions for labeling standards.

In my last article “Activism at Work: Farewell to Pink Slime” there were a number of comments stating this as a number one reason individuals have chosen a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle. Not knowing what is in the meat products currently on our store shelves is a huge factor in changing your diet. Unfortunately  we don't always know what is in our produce either. Our produce has been inundated with genetically modified organisms and currently produce companies do not have to label these ... Continue Reading

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Organic Food: Get Healthy & Happy With Less Pesticide

July 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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People get confused about organic food, and no wonder – but organic food keeps the family and the planet healthy and happy.

People get confused about organic food, and no wonder! One day, you’ll read that anything less than the USDA organic seal on your food and you’re practically poisoning yourself. The next day, you’ll hear that organic food isn’t worth the extra green because it isn’t any more nutritious than the conventional stuff. Personally, I’m a big supporter of organic food. Yes, I know, it costs more. It may or may not be more nutritious. And sometimes, the organic produce at the store ... Continue Reading

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