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Recycling is a hot topic and everyone's in on the act but what of left-over food scraps? Find out what happens organic waste and how it can be recycled.

A brief explanation of why people need to eat locally grown and seasonal food as much as possible.

Many farms, orchards and farmer's markets call Durham Region, Ontario, home. Vegetable gardeners can buy locally those crops they don't grow at home.

Barbara Kingsolver's "A Year in the Life" details how her family attempted to eat only foods produced within a 100-mile radius of their farm in Virginia. How did they do?

How do you plan a healthy meal with fresh local ingredients? The Earthwise 100-Mile Banquet can offer you some delicious suggestions.

The message from 100-Mile Diet advocates is: it's about eating healthy, eating local, making your food a pleasurable experience while protecting the global environment.

Stuck for a holiday gift idea? Why not choose something the gift recipient can enjoy savouring?

There is a growing demand for organic and local produce in Britain but it's not always cheap or readily available. Follow this guide to get the green goods you want.

Nonviolence is more than just a philosophy to believe in. Nonviolence is an active lifestyle that can be carried out in many different areas of one's life.

Local farmers markets were all the rage in 2009, and they aren't going anywhere. Here are some tips to maximize the benefits of eating and growing locally.

No matter the religion or background, Americans and others all around the world are making deep commitments toward love and respect for the earth.

Thinking about joining a Community Supported Agriculture or co-op farm? Here's everything you need to know about this growing movement.

A Season for Nonviolence has been celebrated every year since 1997. The season is marked by the anniversaries of the assassinations of Martin Luther King and Gandhi.

Soon consumers will see new labels on certain foods they buy from retail grocery stores and supermarkets. What are these new labels and what do they mean?

Fruit, vegetables and herbs grow prevalently in many temperate climates in the United States. So why don't more people buy local produce?

This dessert is neither low-cal nor full of fresh ingredients, but it has what it takes to please a crowd.

Below is a brief description on a particular type of fitness strategy called cardio workouts.

Suggestions on ways to conserve energy and reduce waste in workplace.

Special hotel deals and great culture, outdoors activity, and dining await seniors, boomers and multigenerational gatherings at this legendary snow resort .

Reduced function of the thyroid gland has various causes, the most common in the West being autoimmune disease. Elsewhere dietary deficiency is the usual reason.

Switching to a diet of more local foods not only gives you fresher, heathier eating choices, but benefits the local economy and environment as well.

The economy has people worried, but there are simple steps everyone can take in their own community to save money on gas, food, and more while helping others do the same.

Executive chef to the ultimate source for vegan and raw foods, SmartMonkey Foods, Ani Phyo brings her creativity and expertise to this tempting raw foods recipe book

Farming in New England differs from other regions and this effects our Buy/Eat Local options. Here are 5 points about what local farmers need and how we can support them.

The area of medicine that deals with ear, nose and throat disorders is constantly evolving. This article describes this highly specialized type of medical practice.

The first Earth Day was on April 22, 1970 and continues to be a way that families can spotlight environmental issues and celebrate together.

Splurge at the Pillar and Post, Prince of Wales or Queens Landing resort, all three luxurious Vintage Hotel properties are located in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario.

A listing of some of the green-oriented expos, festivals and other special events scheduled for 2008.

Organic Gardening magazine, the Aveeno Brand and Nature's Path have chosen community gardens in Chicago, Philadelphia and Atlanta to help out with water conservation.

The trace mineral selenium is essential for proper functioning of the immune system and thyroid gland. Low selenium levels contribute to pain, infection, and disease.

The past few years has seen a dramatic explosion in the availablitiy, and the popularity, of local foods. What are the benefits of eating more local?

The Missoula, Montana Farm to School program brings locally grown fruit and vegetables into school meal programs and educates children about where their food comes from.

Through eating sustainably and locally, we promote the physical, spiritual, cultural and economic health of farm families, regional communities and eventually the planet.

From flower gardens to food production, creating impressive urban gardens is becoming a major trend in larger cities.

Christmas markets are a long-held tradition in Germany, and with over 60 markets, Berlin truly becomes a city dedicated to all things of the holiday spirit.

Everyday people can become environmentalists. If everyone contributes by conserving energy, reducing pollution, recycling and reusing, we can all help save the earth.

Kids are picky and eat junk food when parents aren't looking; chewable vitamins help. But some ingredients reduce effectiveness; others are downright dangerous.

Canada's oldest city offers a wide range of outdoor activities, festivals and cultural programs for tourists and locals this fall

As people are enjoying good health well into retirement years, community gardening provides as outlet for enjoying nature while eating well and living the green life.

What to get the ecology-minded person for the holidays and beyond.

The pungent aroma of roasting chiles competes with coffee brewed on a campstove as this quaint, quiet, communal market faces hard challenges ahead.

Travel to Egypt with kids can be enjoyable and stress free experience. An Egyptian holiday will make children's love of learning about history come alive.

Jenn Garbee, whose 2008 book Secret Suppers estimates that there are more than 100 underground dining groups flying under the radar throughout the United States.

Celebrate Christmas and Mother Earth this season with environmentally friendly gifts that will delight your loved ones and encourage green living.