Letter From the Founder
Pollution contributes to the increasing numbers of people suffering from heart attacks, asthma, COPD, and multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), as well as a host of other problems. That's why we're devoting this entire issue to advice and resources for cleaning up the environment—not only outdoors, but also inside your own homes. In This Issue
Environmental Impact on Health
The effects of pollution on our environment through global warming and destruction of habitats are frequent news headlines. Yet, the significant effects on our health are less frequently mentioned. These examples illustrate the problem.
Eco Guidelines for Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, suddenly concern for the environment becomes more important than ever. Here are some simple tips to help you have a green pregnancy.
Digest the Facts: Benefits of Vegetarian Eating
Plant foods include all kinds of fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, peas, lentils, nuts, and seeds. Eating a diet consisting of mainly plant foods can be beneficial to your health and the environment.
Healthy Home: Green Building
We’re reaching a point where most people are aware of the need for green building and are taking it upon themselves to find out how to make the change. Here are some tips to get you started.
Top 10 Ways to Go Green: Work, Home, Play
With Earth Day coming up on April 22nd and all the buzz about treading lighter on our Earth, you may ask yourself what you can do to help. Here are some easy ways to live greener.
Eco Volunteerism
Are you concerned about global warming? Endangered species? Protecting ecosystems? Keeping your neighborhood clean and safe? Check out the following ways to GET INVOLVED!
Kick Butts Day 2008
On April 2, thousands participated in Kick Butts Day, raising awareness about the need for Congress to crack down on Big Tobacco’s marketing efforts that target kids. What can you do?
Kids Corner: Recycling
Everyone knows that recycling is important. It is never too early to start teaching our children because—as we all know—habits that are developed early stay with us for the rest of our lives.
Senior Corner: Foot Health Is Vital
If people are mobile, most of their activities require contact between the ground and their feet. So, the condition of their feet may largely determine whether they can be physically active.
Shake-up Shakedown: April 2008
Here are some great ideas for environmentally friendly workouts. Be sure to watch the video too to learn the benefits of meditating outdoors.
The Counter
A Santa Monica original crowned as the home of one of GQ’s “20 Burgers You Must Eat Before You Die,” The Counter brings an upscale spin on casual American food to the SouthPark area.
Cooking Corner: Vegetarian Recipes
This month, we're featuring seven delicious vegetarian recipes from the Wellness Coalition America team. We prepared these dishes for a healthy potluck luncheon at work.
