Embrace Minimalism and Sustainability through Decluttering

Ever feel like your stuff owns you instead of the other way around? You're not alone. Living in today's fast-paced world makes it easy for clutter to take over our lives. But, what if we told you that decluttering isn't just about reclaiming your mental space, but it could also be your pathway to a…

ByMarie TaupiacSeptember 29, 20230Comments

House Lifestyle

What does the term organic really mean?

Internationally, the term and implementation of organic practices will vary from country-to-country. However, we can look to the United States and the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) as a fantastic case study into how standards and labeling criteria are set and regulated. As you will see, their criteria is something that has been honed…

ByMarie TaupiacOctober 17, 20220Comments

Food House Kitchen

The Ethical and Environmental Impacts of Your Morning Coffee

As eco-friendly trends like oat milk and reusable straws have swept the mainstream, the conversation around coffee’s sustainability and social impact has become increasingly popular. Even if you haven’t chimed in yet, you’ve probably noticed that the bags-o-beans at your favorite brewhouse geo-tag countries throughout Africa and South America. So what exactly does this mean…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

House Kitchen Knowledge

Non-toxic Cookware Alternatives for a Healthy Kitchen

We can do our best to protect our health with a well-balanced diet, but the ingredients in your food are only half of the story. As it turns out, the ingredients in your pots and pans are making a big impact too. The Most Common Toxins in Cookware Teflon Teflon is super popular for its…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

Food House

How to properly store common vegetables for lasting freshness

Chances are, if you have landed on a blog that gives insights into sustainability, then you already approach your lifestyle with a green mentality; seeking to eat healthy while lessening your impact on Mother Earth. While it is always fantastic to be mindful of responsible sourcing and how and what you eat - let’s…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

Food House

How to Properly Store Fruits to Prevent Rotting and Mold

Game changing fruit and veggie home storage solutions There’s nothing worse than cleaning up squishy, moldy fruit that rotted before you had the chance to eat it. Plus, given the rising costs of food these days it is not just a waste of produce - it is a major waste of money! Believe it…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

Food House Knowledge

Enjoy Your Chocolate Guilt-Free Using These Consumer Tips

Let me guess– your guilty pleasure got even guiltier when you decided to go sustainable. But fear not! The chocolate industry is making strides when it comes to sustainability and human rights, and economic trends show that consumer pressure is the driving force. So yes– your ravenous PMS cravings can actually be a force for…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

House Lifestyle

Avoid Balloons, Use These Eco-friendly Decorations Instead

Needless to say, kids love balloons. From changing their voice by inhaling the helium to popping them up in the air to avoid a floor made of “lava,” balloons have probably added loads of entertainment to your special occasions in the past. But if you’re becoming more sensitive to the amount of waste you produce,…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

Food House

5 Ways To Use Food Scraps When You Don’t Have a Compost

Boil vegetable skins and ends into a broth. The best veggies to use for stock are: Carrots Bell peppers Celery Leeks Onions Garlic Stems from herbs like parsley and dill It might seem strange at first, but garlic, onion, and carrot skins actually have a lot of flavor! So do the nubby ends where the…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments

Bedroom House

A Consumer’s Guide to Sustainable Bedding Textiles

A clean set of sheets is a simple joy that makes the hassle of laundry day that much more rewarding. However, the production methods of the bedding industry as well as the frequency that we purchase new sheets has a significant impact on our environment. In the United States alone, bedding is responsible for 10…

ByMarie TaupiacApril 6, 20220Comments