Yes, I am a self-proclaimed Nature Freak, and proud of it! But what about you? Are you frequently found picking through trash containers to rescue recyclables? How about shopping at farmers’ markets and second hand stores? Here are 15 signs you might be a Nature Freak, too. Your favorite vacations involve hiking for miles in the wilderness (for example, my honeymoon included white water rafting down the Grand Canyon). Your…
Read moreWe are thrilled to announce our Green America Silver Certified Business Seal. The Seal is presented to small businesses that are committed to positive social and environmental change and growing the new green economy from the ground up.
Read moreLooking for an Earth Day activity to share with your children? How about planting a tree? Step by step instructions.
Read moreMarjory Wenworth’s beautiful poem called Spring. Time for planting pea pods. Great vegetable planting resource guide. Earth day activities.
Read moreWe are being poisoned by massive amounts of toxic chemicals in our environment. Here is a list of several common household toxins, with simple solutions on how to reduce your exposure. BPA, PFC, DECA, oh my!
Read moreWe are kicking off our Simple Steps to Perfect Health & Wellness Series with a short list of basics that will be expanded on throughout the program. We recognize the benefit of increased energy from making simple healthy choices every day. This list can be used as a guide for those decisions.
Read morePerfect Supplements is located in Rhode Island where raw milk is, unfortunately, illegal. Though many consumers in Rhode Island recognize the benefits of raw grass-fed milk, our local farmers generally choose not to sell the “illegal” product due to the risk of losing their farms. Lucky for us, Organic Valley has recently released a minimally processed grass-fed whole milk called ‘Grassmilk‘ and it should be hitting a Whole Foods near…
Read moreToday, Europe is celebrating a victory against Monsanto industries. After the worldwide May 25th March Against Monsanto, almost all of Europe (with the exception of Spain, Portugal, and Czech Republic) has halted the production of Monsanto’s genetically modified corn. Unfortunately, the United States is mourning a loss against Monsanto. Highly illegal genetically modified wheat has been found growing in Oregon. Genetically modified wheat has not been approved by the FDA…
Read moreOur neighboring state, Connecticut, recently passed legislation requiring food manufactures to label products that contain genetically modified ingredients. Not only is this a step in the right direction for Connecticut, new labeling laws are a step in the right direction for our country. The United States is one of the only developed countries that does not require labeling of genetically modified ingredients. Genetically modified foods are not only unhealthy, but…
Read moreWhat: If passed, this initiative will require all food sold in retail outlets in to be labeled if produced through genetic engineering. This initiative would also ban companies with products containing GMO ingredients from labeling those products as ‘All Natural’. Proposition 37 will give companies 18 months to change their labels. New labels will impose little to no cost to the consumer. Where: Voting on Proposition 37 is open to all…
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