Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 8, 2011

Add in the fact that most shops import food from hundreds or even thousands of miles away and it’s little wonder that most of the nutrients and taste are gone by the time it gets to your table. Now that you’re clued-up on the benefits, why not start growing your own fruit and vegetables at home? What made you start?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2012

An even greener and cheaper thing to do is to grow your own vegetables – If you’ve got even just a small plot of land (even some pots on the windowsill), it’s incredibly easy and surprisingly fast to grow your own good. This ranges from plastic bottles, to tin cans and even your old junk!

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Saving Money Money Green Grow Your Own 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

While I do like to support organic grocers, their produce is much more expensive than the organic options at your regular grocery store. You may be able to find a wider range of produce at an all-organic grocer, but it will also be much more expensive. At your regular grocery store, sometimes you can spot sales or specials on organics.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

1.) Make your own cleaning products. Using just bi-carb soda and vinegar there are a range of things you can do from cleaning the bathroom right through to the oven. It can range from $50 – $300 a year depending on your area. 4.) Using your own shopping bags can save 10cents or more when shopping.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2013

Across the range of foods tested, the results showed that the US-grown food was lower in most nutritional elements. What’s on your plate? Get Healthy Go Green'

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