by Riley Fortier | May 27, 2019 | Education, Useful Plants
Plants have provided humans with some of the most important tool-making materials since the dawn of man. Indeed, wood and other plant products are an absolute necessity when going about our daily lives. We often take for granted just how many tools and materials are...
by Siri Undlin | May 25, 2019 | Edible Plants, Education, Gardening
Urban farming is a growing movement around the world. Grandmothers, children, teachers, and punks alike can be found babying a pepper plant or picking off rosemary leaves for dinner. Plants and food connect us deeply to our homes and our communities. But when it comes...
by Riley Fortier | May 20, 2019 | Edible Plants, Education, Gardening, Plant Identification
Vines make an excellent addition to many gardens, indoor or outdoor. They can also pose threats to native vegetation by becoming extremely invasive and choking out other plants. No matter the type of vine, it’s nice to be able to identify the most common ones. That’s...
by Siri Undlin | May 14, 2019 | Biology, Edible Plants, Education, Gardening, Useful Plants
Inflammation is important. It is a phenomenon that helps the body repair damaged tissues. It helps the body combat foreign invaders like bacteria and fungi. Without inflammation, we wouldn’t last long. But inflammation can also cause serious problems. Chronic...
by Riley Fortier | May 12, 2019 | Edible Plants, Education
There are many arguments for which kind of diet is healthiest. Many people opt for a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, while others choose to follow an Atkins or a raw food diet. No matter the type of diet one chooses to abide by, one thing is certain: avoid processed...
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