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02/21/2026

Parsley is an understated herb, it gives us a nice peppery flavor. It over winters well here. It's the star in my favorite Greek salad.

These everyday herbs can offer support for your kidney health by helping reduce inflammation, support detox pathways, and maintain healthy function.

02/21/2026

This is a class worth taking....share

**This Sunday**Don't Miss Out**Learn to distinguish more subtle characteristics to identify many plants, take note of early bloomers, and engage in a dialogue about off-season woody plant characteristics, ethnobotanical applications, and resources for further study. Sliding scale tickets at redmoonherbs.com/products/herbal-education-classes?_pos=1&_psq=Marc&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=44342106357862

02/21/2026

Americans deserve safe products, transparent standards, and the freedom to choose the health care options that work for them.
Learn more and take action 👇

https://advocacy.organicconsumers.org/page/94210/action/1

02/20/2026

02/19/2026

A study examining the health data of 3,342 British vegetarians found that those who ate fake meat had a 42 percent increased risk of depression compared with those who didn’t. The fake-meat cohort also had higher markers for inflammation and immune activation.

Why?
👉https://organicconsumers.org/why-the-link-between-fake-meat-depression/

02/19/2026

Challenge yourself to feel the difference. Go without sugar for 7 days and see what your body is telling you. If you can't go without sugar then try to seriously cut down. Just one week. Share what you found out about yourself. It's very enlightening.

Quitting sugar, even for just seven days, can have transformative effects on your body. As you eliminate sugary foods from your diet, you'll start noticing immediate changes. The first thing you'll experience is a reduction in bloating and inflammation. Sugar is known for its inflammatory properties, which can contribute to discomfort and sluggishness. By cutting out sugar, your body begins to reset itself, shedding excess weight in the process.

Beyond just weight loss, eliminating sugar also stabilizes your energy levels. No more sudden sugar crashes! Instead, you'll feel more energized and focused throughout the day. Your body adjusts to relying on more stable sources of fuel, and this translates into better mental clarity. Along with better focus, your sleep quality also improves. With balanced blood sugar levels, you're more likely to enjoy restful, uninterrupted sleep.

The benefits extend even further to reducing joint pain and improving your skin's appearance. You'll notice clearer, glowing skin as sugar no longer causes those annoying breakouts. If you’re ready to feel healthier, lighter, and more vibrant, giving up sugar for a week is the perfect start. 🥗💪

02/18/2026

Aphids can sneak up on any of us, but a few simple habits can keep them from taking over your garden. I check new growth and the undersides of leaves often because that is where they hide first. A strong spray of water can knock populations back quickly if you catch them early. Healthy plants matter too. Too much nitrogen pushes soft growth that aphids love.

I also like to let nature help. Lady beetles, lacewings, hoverflies, and tiny parasitic wasps do serious work if you give them a reason to stay. Flowers and herbs like dill, chives, basil, marigolds, mint, and catnip can help draw in the good bugs and confuse the bad ones. If numbers build up, insecticidal soap or neem oil sprayed on the tops and bottoms of leaves in the cool part of the day works well. Always test a small area first.

One big tip many forget is ant control. Ants protect aphids for their honeydew, so fewer ants often means fewer aphids. I also prune off badly infested tips and remove them from the garden. Little steps done early save a lot of headaches later.

See my notes in the Garden Journal for some homemade Aphid Sprays.

Sharing simple notes like this is how we all learn from each other. What is your best trick for stopping aphids before they get out of hand?

02/18/2026

Thank you BG middle school for all you do for our kids and community. Please share this on Instagram too and wherever you think will help...

We could really use men’s and women’s deodorant, specifically. Thank you!

02/17/2026

This is so true. We have people come in all the time sharing their stories of how much better they feel getting of the junk food merry-go-round. Herbs and real food is what our bodies need.

Diet plays a much larger role in our health than we often realize. A major study has found that when processed foods were removed from children’s diets, ADHD symptoms dropped by a remarkable 53%. It wasn’t medication or therapy—it was the food they ate. Ayurveda teaches us that the food we consume directly impacts our mental and physical health, and this study confirms it.

Processed foods, which are often high in sugar and additives, can create imbalances in the body and mind. By choosing whole, nutrient-dense foods, we can support mental clarity, focus, and overall well-being. The importance of diet for managing conditions like ADHD should not be underestimated.

This is a powerful reminder to take a closer look at what we’re eating. Have you noticed the difference in your energy and mood when you adjust your diet? 🍎🥦

02/17/2026

When it comes to protecting the environment, sometimes individuals with means take matters into their own hands. Johan Eliasch, a Swedish millionaire, made headlines for purchasing 400,000 acres of the Amazon Rainforest from a logging company. His decision to buy and preserve this vital ecosystem was not driven by profit but by a deep sense of responsibility to the planet. By taking this action, he helped prevent the destruction of a key part of the world’s biodiversity.

The Amazon Rainforest is known as the "lungs of the Earth," playing a crucial role in regulating the planet's climate and housing a vast array of wildlife. Eliasch's dedication to conservation serves as a reminder of the power that individuals can have in combating deforestation and environmental degradation. His actions prove that protecting the environment is not just a responsibility for governments, but for each of us—especially those in positions of power.

How can we all contribute to protecting our environment on a personal level? Let’s share ideas on how to help safeguard nature and reduce our carbon footprint. 🌱🌍