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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you aren’t sure about buying reusable bags , at the very least, you can save the bags from your last shopping trip and bring them in. These make great shopping bags, and you won’t have to buy new bags. The added plants will help with the air quality around your home, and you’ll save money by growing your own food.

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Canning CAN Be Cheap!

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Never try to use non-canning jars to preserve your food – doing so could lead to dangerous (invisible) bacteria growing in your food. Boiling water canning is suitable for high acid foods, such as tomatoes, jams, or pickles. They are required if you intend to can any low acid foods such as meat or most vegetables.

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