One of the most common excuses I hear against adopting a greener lifestyle is “it’s too expensive.” That’s why I get frustrated when I see articles like Everything you need to buy to go zero waste. Living a more sustainable life doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. In many ways, it can save you money. As proof, today’s post is a roundup of 40 things I no longer buy since going green.
Seasonal favourites – Delicious festive foods
Eat, drink and be merry! It wouldn’t be Christmas without indulging in all that delicious food and drink. Other than getting together with family and friends, festive foods are the things I most look forward to every year. In this week’s seasonal favourites post, I’m sharing a list of my favourite foods to enjoy this time of year.
Giving up meat won’t save the Earth…but it might help
We hear that eating meat is bad for the environment. But just how big an impact does it have compared to other actions? I’ve made a lot of changes in my quest to live a greener life, but giving up meat isn’t one of them.
Today, I look at some facts about the health and environmental impacts of eating meat. I’ve also got 7 small changes I’ve made to reduce the role meat plays in my diet.
12 practical ways you can cut food waste
It’s Stop Food Waste Day – a day to bring awareness to a problem that contributes to many of the world’s challenges.
Today, I’ll share some alarming stats on food waste and why it’s something we all need to be concerned about. Then, I’ve got 12 easy and practical ways you can cut food waste.
21 simple kitchen swaps to be more eco-friendly
Living a greener, more sustainable life doesn’t have to be difficult, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. You can start today by making simple swaps of everyday items. The kitchen is a great place to start. Here are 21 simple eco-friendly kitchen swaps you can make to live a greener life.
5 ways to get a head start on spring gardening
Despite Wiarton Willie’s Groundhog Day prediction of an early spring, it’s unlikely we’ll see any real spring weather for at least a couple of months here in Ontario. That doesn’t mean we can’t get a head start on spring gardening.
If, like me, you’re anxious to shake the winter doldrums and look ahead to green grass and warmer days, here are 5 things you can do now to get ready for spring.
You’ll love this slow cooker hot chocolate!
Is there anything better on a cold day than a steaming mug of hot chocolate? It’s a perfect treat after any outdoor winter activity or as a before-bed treat on Christmas Eve. In the last of my festive recipe posts, I’ve got a delicious hot chocolate recipe that you can make in your slow cooker so it’s ready and waiting when you come in from the cold.
Sweet and simple slow cooker glazed carrots
Last week, I shared my secret weapon to making festive dinner preparation easier and less stressful—the slow cooker. Preparing dishes in advance reduces the number of things to pull together at the last minute. Today, I’ve got another recipe to simplify your meal preparation. These slow cooker glazed carrots are the perfect accompaniment to any festive meal.
Easy and delicious slow cooker stuffing recipe
When it comes to small kitchen appliances, who can argue that the slow cooker is one of the best inventions ever? There’s nothing like coming home on a winter day to a hot meal. In recent years, I’ve started to use my slow cooker to simplify holiday meal preparation. Today, I’m sharing my easy and delicious slow cooker stuffing recipe. My family loves this recipe. You’ll want to give it a try!
In recent years, I’ve started to use my Crock Pot to simplify holiday meal preparation. Today, I’m sharing my easy and delicious slow cooker stuffing recipe. You’ll want to give this a try!
7 ways to sneak cancer-fighting turmeric into your diet
Today, I continue my Breast Cancer Awareness Month series with a look at another food with cancer-fighting properties – turmeric. Just a daily teaspoon of this golden spice could reduce your risk of cancer.
If you love Indian food, you’re probably already getting your daily dose of turmeric. If not, read on to learn about turmeric, how it fights cancer, and 7 easy ways you can sneak this fragrant spice into your diet.