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'Tis the season to forage for berries... no matter where you live, there's likely some kind of berry to forage! Grab your bucket and go for a walk this weekend. You can even take halloween buckets - similar idea, just a much better end result...

Uh-oh... looks like there's another ingredient to avoid... http://www.cornucopia.org/2012/06/eminent-scientist-addresses-impact-of-carrageenan-in-food/

Eminent Scientist Addresses Impact of Carrageenan in Food - Cornucopia Institute [Prior to the last meeting of the National Organic Standards, Medical Researcher Dr. Joanne Tobacman provide the board with expert testimony detailing her independent research into the health impacts of the use of the controversial additive carrageenan in organic foods. It has been widely used in t...

Fascinating stat: The US uses 110 billion BTUs of energy (costing ~$2 million) each year for processing, packaging, and transporting manufactured infant milks - and even more to either dispose of empty milk containers or to recycle them. Conclusion? Breastfeeding saves the planet.

If you like hearty greens and wild rice I think you will like this yummy salad. I just made a big batch to have around for the next couple days. http://www.pccnaturalmarkets.com/pcc/recipes/emerald-city-salad

PCC Emerald City Salad It's small wonder that this blend of kale, wild rice, fennel and more remains a perennial favorite in our deli — it's a darn delicious way to enjoy leafy greens, whole grains, olive oil and other healthy ingredients.

Something to consider if you offer your baby a bottle...http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/05/130522131236.htm

Overeating learned in infancy, study suggests Research shows that clinical obesity at 24 months of age strongly traces back to infant feeding patterns.

Fun online store and resource for those who are pregnant or have little ones... http://www.babyawearness.com/

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