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23+ Surprising Sources of Toxic Aluminum … and How to Detox!

Sources of toxic aluminum are all around you. Are you being exposed to a dangerous amount of aluminum? And, if so, what can you do about it? Image by Joshua Van Hierden from Pixabay 23+ Surprising Sources of Toxic Aluminum Are you being exposed to a dangerous amount of aluminum? And, if so, what can […]

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What to Do With Rose Petals—12 Ideas From the Kitchen to the Boudoir

Wondering what to do with rose petals? Explore their surprising power—from relieving sore throats to easing menstrual cramps—in one of our most popular posts ever! What to Do With Rose Petals—12 Ideas From the Kitchen to the Boudoir The fabled rose—queen of the plant kingdom. While the Wild Roses, Rosa rugosa, are considered the true […]

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Our 7 Favorite Seed-Starting Tools

Whether you’re browsing seed catalogs right now or actually starting seeds, be sure to check out our 7 favorite seed-starting products and tools! TGN Team Favorites: Seed-Starting Tools and Product Recommendations As the growing season approaches, there is a lot of flipping through seed catalogs, browsing the Internet for the perfect grow light, and garden […]

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5 Powerful Reasons to Combine Rose Hips and Marshmallow Root

When combined, rose hips and marshmallow root are a powerful pair, offering benefits for immunity, digestion, respiration, and more! Image by StockSnap from Pixabay 5 Powerful Reasons to Combine Rose Hips and Marshmallow If I woke up tomorrow with green hair and a tattoo of the word “face” on my face, I wouldn’t be more […]

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WARNING: When Artificial Intelligence Goes Wrong

In the age of technology, we have seen artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionize industries, from healthcare to finance. AI algorithms are designed to provide us with recommendations. This helps us make informed decisions in various aspects of our lives. But, even the most advanced AI systems are not immune to glitches and shortcomings. AI Identifying Poisonous […]

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Sustainable Trends: Visible Mending, Make Your Repairs Make a Statement

An alarming number of tons of textiles end up in landfills each year. That includes blankets, shoes, clothes, curtains, towels, and other fabric items In 2018, the EPA estimated that 17 million tons of textiles ended up in the trash.The U.S. has 542 operational landfills. In seven states, landfills are nearing their capacity. Reducing trash […]

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Biodegradable Packaging and Its Role in Recycling Programs

In its first week, the new administration made several policy changes that may impact recycling programs across the nation. One of the biggest involved freezing funds for the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for at least 60 days. There’s also been talk about gutting the EPA. All of this has people […]

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Zero Waste in 2025: Can It Be Achieved?

As much as I’d like to say that there is hope for 2025 to be the year the nation achieves zero waste, the reality is it’s tough if everyone doesn’t do their part. In the U.S., less than three out of four households have access to recycling programs. Single-family homes are more likely to have […]

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