Attwater Prairie Chicken Scandal

by Shireen Sondhi // December 8, 2014 // Comments off

I realize that this post is not directly related to nutrition. However, I just found out about this story and had to share it. The Attwater prairie chicken is a member of the North American grouse family. Over a century... Continue reading →

The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen

by Shireen Sondhi // December 3, 2014 // Comments off

Do you want to start eating organics but can’t afford to make the switch completely? You can consult the Environmental Working Group’s list of the cleanest and dirtiest conventionally grown fruits and vegetables. The Dirty Dozen highlights the top twelve... Continue reading →

Become a Chemical Detective

by Shireen Sondhi // December 3, 2014 // Comments off

Tonight, I attended a free workshop put on by Environmental Defence about identifying and reducing dangerous chemicals in your home. Environmental Defence is a non-profit organization that conducts research on the relationship between the environment and health, and works to... Continue reading →