By Amanda Froelich It’s easy to become dependent on technology and live only through social media, but the trend needs to change before humans lose their ability to connect and relate with each other. Have you been around people lately? Whether on the subway or in…
By Amanda Froelich Do you value eco-friendly homes that are easy to transport, can endure types kinds of weather, and have much lower costs to maintain than traditionally constructed living spaces? If so, you’re bound to love the DOM (E) all-season home. DOM (E), a…
By Amanda Froelich If you haven’t yet ditched GMOs from your diet, you may want to consider doing so. According to a study published earlier this year, goats fed transgenic, GM soy feed have altered DNA, and the milk produced by the mothers is of…
By Amanda Froelich Ms. Redwood enjoys a completely self-sufficient lifestyle with little need for outside assistance. Have you ever dreamt about selling everything you own – or most of it, giving society the middle finger, and venturing ‘off the grid’ to live completely self-sufficient and…
By Amanda Froelich This garden has no need for pesticides, soil, or even water to grow food. In addition, it can hold 20,000 lbs of fish and grow 70,000 vegetables! As TrueActivist has written about before, a staggering amount of food is wasted on a…
By Amanda Froelich Of the 6.4 million children labeled to have ADHD, 20% have been improperly diagnosed. The number of kids diagnosed with ADHD has skyrocketed in recent years, with a staggering 42% increase reported between 2004 and 2011. Why the huge increase in behavioral…
by Amanda Froelich Nutritional experts of the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee recommend a predominantly plant-based diet for health and environmental reasons. Image Credit: CookingLittle.blogspot.com In 2010, the UN released a report urging citizens to adopt a plant-based diet for health and environmental reasons. Who…
By Amanda Froelich Learn the facts so you can more easily ditch plastic water bottles and contribute to a greener planet! As TrueActivist recently shared, there are a number of reasons to ditch bottled water. Unfortunately, it seems repetition is the trick to inspiring a…
By Amanda Froelich Dr. Sebi claims to be able to ‘cure’ everything from HIV/AIDS to cancer and has many testimonials to prove it. Billions of dollars are poured into the mainstream medical system each year to try and remedy diseases of affluence, as well as…
By Amanda Froelich Not only will children consume healthier fare, they’ll also learn about nutrition and gardening. Schools in California’s Sausalito Marin County District will be the first in the nation to serve their students 100% organic meals, sustainably sourced and free of genetically modified…
By Amanda Froelich Psychological health is deeply affected by physiological choices – one more reason to “think before you eat.” Could the bout of the blues you’re dealing with possibly be linked to the pasta you had for last night’s dinner? According to new research,…
By Amanda Froelich If you weren’t impressed by the Origami pot that grows with your plant, you’re bound to be inspired by this invention capable of producing living gardens. Project PrintGREEN is transforming 3D printers into on-demand gardeners after it created the world’s first “Green” 3D printer…
After an unfortunate incident in Los Angeles, this activist became inspired to raise awareness about ocean pollution. By Amanda Froelich If you can’t get enough blue crush, you best become an environmental activist stat, as the future isn’t looking too good for the future of…
The gorgeous, eco-friendly home costs only $133 per square foot to build. By Amanda Froelich Hemp is making a major comeback around the world. In the US, five states have legalized the recreational use of cannabis, and hemp-based building materials are now gaining in popularity….
by Amanda Froelich As documentaries like Food Inc. have conveyed, large-scale agricultural farming is not a sustainable method of producing food for the world’s growing population. But vertical farming might be… A start-up AeroFarms is presently building what will be the largest vertical farm in…
Credit: Inhabitat By Amanda Froelich Here’s another development worthy of applause: A Dutch start-up has developed a way to use living plants as a continuous source of clean energy – all that is needed is a light source, carbon dioxide, water, and a field or…
By Amanda Froelich Who doesn’t daydream about building a tiny home and living in secluded harmony with nature? Well, most of society… But if you’re one of the individuals who is infatuated by the prospect, you’re going to love this A-frame cabin that can be…
By Amanda Froelich With the holidays in full swing, it’s a habit to neglect healthy food choices in favor of indulgent options. Statistics quote that the average individual will gain about 4 pounds from one Christmas dinner (and take 3 months to lose it), therefore,…
By Amanda Froelich, True Activist McDonalds is one of the largest fast food franchises in the world, the average distance from any one point (in the US) being about 115 miles away. While the price tag on any menu option or meal is relatively cheap, its…
By Amanda Froelich, True Activist You care about your health, and you’re also vigilant of the fact that foods that have been genetically modified have been shown to cause allergies, organ failure, and general toxicity. Therefore it should be essential such scary franken-foods are avoided….
