tag:www.nacfl.com,2005:/categories/green-livingGreen Living Green Living | Central Florida Natural Awakenings Magazine Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-02-29T10:12:01-05:00urn:uuid:ac5fc8e2-5905-4b3b-840a-7ca80f06a3482024-02-27T12:06:59-05:002024-02-29T10:12:01-05:00The Organic Gardening Game Changer— Vermicompost2024-02-29 09:31:55 -0500Master Gardener Christian Robinson of Revival GardeningIf you want to be sure you’re cultivating the healthiest environment for your plants, use Vermicompost (also known as worm castings) an organic fertilizer and soil amendment that will help you do just that.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:476faa67-c608-4cd5-a521-20e7b1abda462024-01-30T15:24:02-05:002024-02-29T09:32:38-05:00Lifestyle and Health in Your Home2024-01-31 09:31:56 -0500Sharon Kurtz, owner of Organique DesignBeyond the functional elements of color and furnishings, think about air quality, light, water, nourishment, and even the temperature. These are not just elements; they are the secret ingredients to a vibrant life.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1a2876c0-63f8-488a-86d1-122c61cf8a4a2023-11-16T20:11:04-05:002024-01-01T09:38:53-05:00Clothing Donation Tips: Understanding Where Secondhand Items Go2023-11-28 06:30:00 -0500Kelcie OttoesDonating clothes feels good because we expect it to help someone else. More than 70 percent of the global population wears secondhand clothing. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:248e45d5-4cbd-4b7a-ada4-67dbbfd83cd12023-10-27T15:52:06-04:002023-11-30T09:48:06-05:008 Tips for Minimalism and Decluttering Your Space2023-10-31 09:31:55 -0400Sharon Kurtz, owner of Organique-DesignDecluttering offers numerous mental health benefits and potential cost savings.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ac64676a-a6c0-47d2-9d06-8adf0d7b07ab2023-06-28T15:05:04-04:002023-07-31T09:59:58-04:00Best Remedies for Integrated Pest Management2023-06-30 09:31:35 -0400Christian and Mark RobinsonIntegrated Pest Management is a comprehensive approach to pest control that focuses on long-term prevention and minimizes the use of harmful pesticides.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7cdbccb4-cc6b-4122-b39f-2552f2caacae2023-06-16T19:37:36-04:002023-08-09T23:20:36-04:00The Microbiome Connection: How Soil and Human Health Are Related2023-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Kelcie OttoesThe human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d8ccaf6e-0c8b-4832-ad23-3e5a25bfd5072023-05-30T17:21:36-04:002023-06-30T09:58:42-04:00Worm Poop, What Is That?2023-05-31 09:31:50 -0400Master Gardeners Mark and Christian Robinson of Revival Gardening As more people turn to organic gardening and farming practices, worm castings "worm poop" is a fantastic natural fertilizer for plants, having gained popularity as a sustainable and environmentally-friendly alternative to synthetic fertilizers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d1ae7f7c-2631-4b04-a4fc-f0b4d46889312023-05-17T21:29:29-04:002024-02-02T15:41:51-05:00Greener Grilling2023-05-31 09:30:00 -0400Kristy MayerThe aroma of tasty treats sizzling on an outdoor grill evokes memories of laughter among family and friends, picnic tables brimming with colorful foods and the joy of running barefoot in the grass.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a65f98fe-a2b9-4247-ae25-181ef87cdb412023-04-18T21:55:39-04:002023-06-05T18:11:17-04:00Gardening Therapy: Healing Mind, Body and Spirit in the Yard2023-04-28 09:30:00 -0400Sheryl DeVoreThe exercise, sunshine and fresh air promote mental and physical health, and so does our contact with soil microbes and the harmonious patterns of nature. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bce01595-5879-470c-8b5c-54c082d2ecbe2023-01-16T16:23:45-05:002023-08-10T13:35:28-04:00Baby Steps to Living Greener: Tips for Lowering Toxins in the Home2023-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Tom O'Bryan, DC, CCN, DACBNReducing the threat of toxin exposures in the home can be accomplished with a little insight, planning and budgeting.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>