Square Foot Gardening: How to Get Started for $50 (Infographic)

My post, How to Build a Square Foot Garden, was a big hit with other first time gardeners. Since spring is really just kicking into gear, I thought we’d revisit the square foot garden with a graphical step by step guide. Along with updated materials and construction diagrams, we’ve also added a plant list, extra tips, … Read more

America’s Sugar Addiction: We Love Our Sweets

America’s sweet tooth America has a sweet tooth. It’s no secret that the United States is one of the most obese countries in the world, and our addiction to sugar is largely to blame. In fact, the average American consumes around 150 pounds of sugar each year. That’s more than three times the recommended amount! … Read more

How To Identify An Internet Troll

What is an internet troll? An internet troll is a person who sows discord on the internet by starting arguments or upsetting people, with the intent of provoking reactions. Trolls often use inflammatory language or harass people to get a reaction. Internet trolling is a form of online harassment that occurs in many different contexts. … Read more

Types of Fats: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Let’s take a look at the various types of fats, their effect on our body, and their sources. Adults should get 20% to 35% of their calories from fat, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Many of us cut the science behind fats and replace it with refined carbohydrates, so we miss out on … Read more