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April 2024

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Sustainable Travel: Wanderlust With the Earth in Mind

Mar 29, 2024 09:30AM ● By Sara Kaplan

Travel enriches us culturally & socially. Yet, in eco-critical times, it's crucial to minimize our environmental impact. Every traveler can contribute positively to both Earth & local communities.

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Farm Vacations: American Agritourism Grows in Post-Pandemic Times

Mar 29, 2024 09:29AM ● By April Thompson

Long a staple of European travel, agritourism is growing in popularity in the US, as concrete-weary urbanites seek out a taste of country living and a way to support small-scale farms.

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Ashley Walsh: From Personal Health Crisis to Organic Farming

Mar 29, 2024 09:29AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Ashley Walsh, founder of Pocono Organics, one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified vegetable farms in North America, emphasizes regenerative organic farming's impact on nutrition and the environment.

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Assortment of fresh organic vegetables and fruits in wicker basket.
From Organic to Grass-Fed to Regenerative: Finding the Best Farming Practices

Mar 29, 2024 09:28AM ● By Sara English

Understanding terms like grass-fed, organic, and regenerative empowers consumers to make informed choices aligned with their values and priorities for healthier eating and sustainable agriculture.

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Homemade beef broth in a glass jar.
Organic Chicken Bone Broth

Mar 29, 2024 09:27AM

This slow-cooker recipe fills the home with delightful aromas, offering a nutrient-dense broth. Using organic chicken supports sustainable farming practices and animal welfare.

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Fried chicken livers with onions and herbs.
Grass-Fed Beef Liver

Mar 29, 2024 09:27AM

Liver is a nutrient powerhouse. Opt for grass-fed beef liver from regenerative farms.

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Connecting to Sentient Earth

Mar 29, 2024 09:27AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Each April, Mother Nature spills blossoms from her apron as songbirds trill and prepare for the next generation. Our planet is alive on levels beyond our senses or scientific instruments.

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Single-use plastics are marketed as disposable, however most are not being recycled, so they languish indefinitely in landfills or pollute our waterways in the form of microplastics.
A Look at Single-Use Plastics: Understanding the Challenges and Solutions

Mar 29, 2024 09:26AM ● By Sheryl DeVore

Single-use plastics are marketed as disposable, however most are not being recycled, so they languish indefinitely in landfills or pollute our waterways in the form of microplastics.

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Senior woman on a hiking trip with the help of a trekking pole.
Get Fit and Get Outside: How to Prepare for Outdoor Treks

Mar 29, 2024 09:25AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Hitting the trails offers something for everyone, whether it’s hiking for the day or backpacking and roughing it overnight in remote areas.

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Autistic brain and autism with 3D illustration elements.
Relief for Parkinson’s Patients: How Traditional and Complementary Interventions Can Help

Mar 29, 2024 09:24AM ● By Madiha Saeed, M.D.

Parkinson’s affects nearly 1 million Americans, causing gradual dopamine loss. Exercise, sleep and even intimacy with a partner can all be managed well once dopamine levels are brought up.

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