These days most people know that a S.A.D. (Standard American Diet) is detrimental to human health. There are many people (and you may know some) who will defend or justify their un-healthy diet till the last fork and knife is pryed from their dying …
In all major cities we see empty lots just sitting there unused. These parcels of land could be amazing urban gardens giving organic produce to the community. We also work hard to keep our lawns green but we are not cows that eat grass. So lets see things differently. Wherever you live there is potential …
Did you know that some of the most potent and healing plants are growing in or around your home? Mario and I set out this afternoon to identify and pick a large selection of wild edibles from our property and neighboring fields. We were able to learn about a lot of wonderful plants that have …
The documentary Genetic Roulette is one of the most powerful testaments to why we should be educating our friends, families and schools about the harmful effects of GMOs. We at Kale U. are abuzz over this powerful film by Jeffrey M. Smith. We all have an opportunity to be a part of “the tipping point” …
Mushrooms can help save us from some of the messes we make. This short TED Talk with Paul Stamets, we found very interesting and he explains to us 6 ways we can use a type of mushroom system called mycelium. It is already around us in all landscapes and it’s what is holding the soils …
Most countries demand labeling or a flat out ban on all GMOs except the U.S.A. WHY IS THAT? The amount of health-risk information that now exists is overwhelming. GMO’s are poison to our body, period. Did you know that Major corporations are now spending millions of dollars ($25,000,000.00 as of this article date) to confuse and sway the …
This might seem like an unrelated health issue but if you look at it in the broader scope of things, it impacts and connects all of us to an irresponsible and damaging act of cruelty toward our fellow humankind. The next time you buy something made in a far away place, question if possibly slaves …
I’m a big fan of edible plants being incorporated into our daily landscapes and city architectures. So many landscape designers choose the sterile, prickly or just colorful route. When I first had the honor of seeing Pam Warhurst speak on how she started a volunteer program to turn vacant lots and unused land into edible …
We all need your help! The week of July 23rd 2012, Congress will vote on a Farm Bill that could have devastating affects on all of our health. Tell Congress to Strike Sec. 733 from Appropriations & HR 872 from The Farm Bill. Stop Monsanto’s Sneak Attack on Organic & Non-GMO Farmers! If this Bill passes into …
I thought we should highlight some of the sexier things in the vegan world since it is summer. There are many perks to eating a more plant based diet but one of the best is the radiant physical beauty. vGirls|vGuys is a multimedia project promoting veganism by exposing vegan beauty, strength and diversity. This is …