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Not a Myth: How & Why You Should Use EggShells in The Garden

I believe the most sustainable way to fight food waste is by using every piece of food – even what we would consider scraps. While we can throw things like eggshells and coffee grounds into our compost bin, there’s another way to use them for better results. In fact, egg shells can be a valuable…

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The Most Important Metric: What Does Nutrient Density Mean?

If you’ve ever heard someone use the term “empty calories”, you’re on the route to understanding the most important nutrition metric: nutrient density. Nutrient density means the amount of essential nutrients a food provides in relation to its number of calories. It’s a simple yet powerful concept that helps determine the health benefits of a…

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8 Benefits of Organic Matter in Soil: Why is it Important?

Healthy soil is the foundation of a thriving ecosystem and productive agriculture. And when we have healthy soil, we have healthy food. It’s a cornerstone of sustainable food and regenerative agriculture. But what makes soil truly healthy? One of the most critical components is organic matter. This natural material plays a significant role in improving…