A 2007 survey issued to approximately 9,000 adults by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention found that 367,000 children are vegetarians, that translates to about 1 in every 200 kids. It is estimated that the number could be four to six times higher for teens and young … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2009
Cutting Energy Use (and Costs) in the Real World
Today the POWER bill arrived. (Can you hear the spooky music in the background... maybe something like the Twilight Zone theme.) This was the largest power bill our household has EVER had. Hubs was screeching "Why?", "Oh, would someone just tell me WHY?". I'm not sure I know … [Read more...]
Is Renting Textbooks From Netflicks Eco-Friendly?
Despite the common idea that you need to be wealthy to really be green, there are many ways to both save money and be environmentally friendly. One of those ways, a personal favorite of mine, is buying used instead of new. Especially when you are buying books. Choosing to buy a … [Read more...]
Kids, Obesity, and the Cookie Gene
In a study of 131 children, British researchers think they might have isolated a gene that affects obesity. Okay, so it's not called the "cookie" gene. But the FTO gene may play a role in whether someone is satiated, or knows she is full. Lead author Jane Wardle says … [Read more...]
New Year's Resolution #2: Eat Chocolate Every Day
Finally, a resolution I can keep! Haven't you heard? Chocolate is good for you. Okay, maybe not all chocolate but enjoying a nibble of dark chocolate (at least 72% cocoa) has some great health benefits. Word on the street is that its all about the flavonoids. These little … [Read more...]
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