May 6, 2013

Organic Living

Vegan Gluten Free Spinach Artichoke Dip

vegan gluten free spinach dip

This is a fantastic gluten free, vegan recipe for a creamy spinach artichoke dip that will blow your socks off...   1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 2 (13 3/4-ounce) cans artichoke hearts 1/2 cup cooked cremini mushrooms (canned are fine) 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise 1/2 cup vegan sour … [Read more...]

Soil Testing

soil testing

I want to expound a little on my previous soil testing video post.  I didn't do the topic justice at all and I think I need to go into a little more detail... Soil testing is one of the most important things any gardener/farmer can do.   If you are farming or gardening for sustainability, this practice sways from important to … [Read more...]

A Quick Video On Soil Testing

soil testing kit

I found this video on how to collect a soil sample earlier and had to post it immediately. This guy gives some awesome pointers on both the benefits of soil testing as well as how to go about it. Soil testing is a big deal for every gardener/sustainable farmer.  You've heard me talk a bit about simple composting and the benefits it … [Read more...]

AestheticLiving Introduction

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Green Vegetables Reduce Diabetes Risk

garden brussel sprouts

Green Leafy Veggies: The Diabetes Killer? If you have a family history or feel you are at high risk for developing diabetes, green vegetables might be the key.  Nancy Walsh of MedPage Today just released an article about a study recently concluded that was funded by the Cardiovascular Research Department of the University of Leicester.  … [Read more...]

6 Truths About Eating Organic Foods

You have probably already guessed, I am a huge fan of organic foods. Organic foods are not only better for the ecosystem, but are better for your body as well. Organic farms and gardens to not rely on harmful pesticides and herbicides;  so not only is the food quality better, the ecosystem around the garden or farm is healthier. Oh, and … [Read more...]