Entries tagged Tips

Six great over-the-counter health foods

By Andrea Moss Posted Thu Jul 2, 2009 9:47am PDT for ecomii_healthy_living 1 Comments

As a holistic health counselor, I am always trying to pre-pack my lunches or snacks when I know I’ll be on-the-go. It’s always healthier and generally cheaper than trying to find Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Food and Drink, Tips
Green your desk

By Kastle Waserman Posted Wed Jul 1, 2009 3:12pm PDT for greenpicks 0 Comments

Take a few, easy steps to make your personal office space more comfortable and kinder to the planet. Read full post »
Related topics: Business, Tips
10 ways to get more wear, and less tear, out of your clothing

By Jeff Yeager Posted Wed Jul 1, 2009 9:58am PDT for daily_green_cheapskate 0 Comments

Save money but still look good with these laundry tips, shopping suggestions, and more. Read full post »
Related topics: Finances, Shopping, Fashion, Cleaning, Tips
Ask Umbra on moving boxes

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Tue Jun 30, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments

You can buy or rent reusable plastic tubs or scan Craigslist of free cardboard moving boxes -- there are plenty of options for affordable gear to transport your stuff. Read full post »
Related topics: Recycling, Tips, House
Three family getaways for under $500

By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:28pm PDT for the_conscious_consumer 0 Comments

Enjoy the outdoors, explore local history, or experience life in different city without spending a bundle or leaving a huge impact. Read full post »
Related topics: Travel, Finances, Tips, Saving Money
Ask Umbra on moving cross-country

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Sun Jun 28, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 0 Comments

Renting a diesel truck is more efficient than flying from NYC to LA, but you have even greener and more affordable options to ship your stuff and move yourself. Read full post »
Related topics: Tips, House
Price of printing extra pages

By Lori Bongiorno Posted Thu Jun 25, 2009 11:27am PDT for the_conscious_consumer 0 Comments

Extra printed pages are more than just an annoyance. They also waste a staggering amount of money. How much? Read full post »
Related topics: Computers, Tips, Paper, Tools, Saving Money
Ask Umbra on meating your needs

By Umbra Fisk, Grist.org Posted Tue Jun 23, 2009 9:01pm PDT for grist_ask_umbra 1 Comments

Is buying meat on sale any benefit to the animals? Read full post »
Related topics: Food and Drink, Tips, Organic, Veggies
Three surprising things that make you fat

By Dan Shapley Posted Tue Jun 23, 2009 10:39am PDT for daily_green_news 0 Comments

You can eat healthy foods and exercise regularly, but your environment could make it hard to shed those extra pounds. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Science, Tips, Pollution, Plastic
The seven rules of budget travel

By Jeff Yeager Posted Mon Jun 22, 2009 4:45pm PDT for daily_green_cheapskate 0 Comments

How to save money, and protect the environment, when you're on vacation. Read full post »
Related topics: Travel, Finances, Tips, Saving Money