The words "prebiotics" and "probiotics" are often used interchangeably, even though they are very different. Probiotics are friendly stomach bacteria that are found naturally, but can also be added to your system by ingestng foods like yogurt that contain probiotic strains. Prebiotics are a type of beneficial fiber found naturally in certain foods that actually helps feed probiotic bacteria, thus allowing it to thrive. A healthy balance of both can provide positive benefits to your health, especially when it comes to your colon.
Food is big business, and along with this big business comes environmentally damaging business choices. A large amount of the food industry contributes to increased amount of waste, air pollution and water pollution. Environmen...
Made from only organically farmed paddies, President's Choice rice is available in several varieties, including brown, white, long grain, and short grain; rice provides a good source of carbohydrates.
The organic gardener will find a range of plant food alternatives to chemical fertilizer. Each plant has different nutrient needs, but in general both indoor and outdoor plants need a mixture of nitrogen, phosphorous and potass...
Biodegradable products are those that can be broken back down into their component parts over time by the action of biological organisms and processes. Paper and textile products are biodegradable, but traditional plastics made...
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, there are more than 17,000 EPA employees working to help the environment in 2010, and more 300 million Americans making green choices as well. Knowledge is power...
