April 2011
1 post
Veggies to Direct Sow in June →
Here is a regional guide to which vegetables you can direct sow in your garden during the month of June.
November 2009
37 posts
A recipe for longevity: 33 of the healthiest foods... →
Frugal Gardening - Simple ways to save money while... →
Top 10 Sites for Do It Yourself Projects : Planet... →
It's time fruit juice loses its wholesome image,... →
Compared with soda, juice carries more calories and as much sugar. There’s also evidence that high consumption increases the risk of obesity, especially among kids.
RX for Neglected Apple Trees →
Frugal Gardening - How To Get Free Plants →
While gardening is one of the largest hobbies in the US, how expensive a hobby it is depends a lot on how you approach it. It can be a quite expensive hobby when you purchase everything retail add up all the costs, but it can also be an extremely frugal hobby for those that put a little extra time and creativity into how they get their gardens started. In fact, it is quite possible to get an...
Organic Lawn Care For the Cheap and Lazy →
“One tree can remove 26 pounds of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere annually,...”
– http://www.shelsgarden.com/trivia.html
How to Eat a Pomegranate →
“A tomato is a fruit, but it is legally known as a vegetable. In 1893, a case...”
– http://www.shelsgarden.com/trivia.html
9 Cheap and Easy Ways To Prepare Your Home For... →
8 Foods You Should Eat Daily for Optimum Health →
Zanthan Gardens | Welcome, Central Texas Gardener →
This one of my favorite garden blogs and this post is a short video that was done by an Austin station (KLRU), touring her garden. She’s so modest about her gardens.It was a treat to get to see her gardens .The post as well as the video are amazing and well deserved recognition for one of my favorite garden post.
Nutrition and physical activity needs of women... →
I came across this today. It was written in 2000 and in reference to Australian women over 40 but I’m sure the information is universal in most aspects. And from what I’ve read its still fairly up to date information. At any rate it’s good reading if you’re interested.
Homemade Weed Killer Recipes & Tips →
Pulling weeds by hand is not always easy or practical, they’re pesky and determined to pop back up and spread in no time. If you’re looking for more natural ways to control weeds that don’t include harsh chemicals and are safer for children and pets (bonus: most are pretty frugal too), here is a list of homemade weed killer recipes and solutions from my collection. I’ve also included a few tips at...
Two articles about Low Vitamin D in older adults
These are two articles By Joene Hendry that I discovered on Rueters Health pages, that I thought were worth sharing.
Low vitamin D tied to heart, stroke deaths Low vitamin D levels in the body may be deadly, according to a new study hinting that adults with lower, versus higher, blood levels of vitamin D may be more likely to die from heart disease or stroke.
Low Vitamin D may be deadly for...
PROTEIN: Getting the facts straight! →
With the traditional Western diet, the average American consumes about double the protein his or her body needs. Additionally, the main sources of protein consumed tend to be animal products, which are also high in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol. Most individuals are surprised to learn that protein needs are actually much less than what they have been consuming.
10 Great Resources for Organic and Heirloom Garden... →
If you want to ensure the very best quality organic produce, you need to start with organic or heirloom seeds. If you purchase from a reputable seed merchant, you can be confident that you aren’t planting GMO seeds or any hybrids that don’t produce viable seeds. My first choice would be a local garden supply store, but if you don’t have one nearby, the web is a great place to source your seeds....
Lavender Gardening →
A great collection of lavender recipes, everything from lavender salt, cookies and cake. She also has included instructions for making lavender candles, pillows and facial scrub. And plenty more, its a must see blog, if you like lavender as much as me.
“Compost tea may not be made from tea leaves, but it is very rich in nutrients...”
– How To Make Compost Tea : TipNut.com
October 2009
37 posts
Companion Planting - Sustainable Gardening →
Edible Landscaping with Charlie Nardozzi ::... →
Designing with Edible Shrubs
The first order of business is to decide which shrubs to grow. Much of your decision will be determined by usage and site exposure. Do you need shrubs as foundation plantings around the house, a screen to block a utility box, or a barrier to the neighbor’s yard? Does the site get full sun, is it exposed to cold winter winds, or does it have poor...
Add Healing Flavors To Food With Horseradish ::... →
This article discusses a few health benifits about horseradish as well as information on growing it.
Recipes for Homemade Cough and Cold Remedies →