Anyone who knows me well knows that the Golden Girls is by far still my favorite television show. So this article was a no-brainer for today’s feature. The Georgia Aquarium has named its new dolphin mascot “Betty” after Betty White. A lifelong animal lover and conservationist this honor was not bestowed upon White without justification. [...]
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6 May
Does local honey reduce seasonal allergies?
I have always heard that consuming local honey helps to reduce the effects of seasonal allergies. I have yet to test this theory but I’m sure many of you have. It is said that since local bees pollinate local flowers, small amounts of the pollen prevalent in your area will end up in the honey. [...]
10 Dec
Are there differences between farmed versus wild salmon when it comes to health?
Emagazine.com features an “Earth Talk” column which answers questions about the environment. A Sustainable Life will occasionally share some of these Q&A’s with you. Dear EarthTalk: What are the differences between farmed versus wild salmon when it comes to human and environmental health? – Greg Diamond, Nashville, TN Salmon farming, which involves raising salmon in [...]
25 May
Effects from the Gulf Oil Spill-Seafood
Its estimated that the oil spewing into the Gulf could top the 1989 Exxon Valdez disaster. That being said USA Today reports that most Americans will not feel a direct impact because Louisiana only produces 1% of the seafood we eat. An alarming 83% of our seafood comes from abroad. Even 90% of our shrimp (America’s [...]
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