Mama’s Monday Favorite: Trees for the Future
Mama loves trees. When I’m having a bad day, I make a mad dash to the local park or the Los Angeles County Arboretum. When I found Trees for the Future, I knew it was a match made in heaven. Through them, I can plant trees, trees, and more trees.
Trees for the Future is based in Silver Springs, Maryland. Trees for the Future has worked to develop sustainable agroforestry programs in developing countries around the world since 1989. They work directly with communities and plant specific trees that meet the needs of the community. In 2007, over 9 million trees were planted by Trees for the Future and they hope to plan 250 million in 2009.
To find out more, plant your own trees, or get involved via volunteering, check them out online at Trees for the Future. Or, become a fan of MamasHealth on Facebook and we’ll plant a tree for you.
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite:Bamboo Plates
I love The Eco Collection™. The plates are made primarily from bamboo fibers. One of the things I like most about The Eco Collection plates is that they are elegant enough for formal occasions yet resilient enough for everyday use. Also, after a long functional life, the plates can be used as a plant pot and saucer or simply composted back to the earth.
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite: Cabernet Sauvignon Organic Wine
Last night, the legendary rock band U2 performed at the Rose Bowl. Early Sunday morning, as I tinkered in my backyard garden, I could hear the Sound Technicians testing their instruments. I had a hunch that I’d be able to hear the concert later that night and looked forward to a fantastic experience. I invited a few friends to come over to join the festivities.
As the sounds of No Line on the Horizon, and With or Without You filled our ears, we opened a special bottle of wine to celebrate. Cabernet Sauvignon by Frey Vineyards was our wine of the night. We choose this wine because it is certified organic and fermented with yeast that has not been genetically engineered. The taste was fantastic. My only regret is that we only had one bottle.
Frey Vineyards is a third generation family owned winery. Their vineyards and winery are nestled on the slopes of the Redwood Valley A.V.A. (American Viticultural Area) in Mendocino County, California, at the headwaters of the Russian River. All of their wines are made with no added sulfites.
Enjoy responsibly!
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite: Odwalla Pumpkin Super Protein Drink
It is that time of year again, Odwalla has just released it’s Super Protein Pumpkin soy milk drink.
I’ve had my share of pumpkin lattes, soy milks, and smoothies. Odwalla pumpkin drink is by far the best pumpkin drink EVER. After drinking one bottle of this liquid gold, I quickly reached for another one. Odwalla’s Pumpkin Super Protein drink is perfect from someone who needs to grab a quick, healthy and delicious snack while running out the door.
Odwalla’s Pumpkin Super Protein drink is also great for athletes seeking a protein fix to help rebuild muscle after a strenuous workout. One bottle contains 20g of protein, a healthy dose of vitamins and 70 percent of your daily calcium requirements. Vegans, this one’s for you too. This wonderful, amazing pumpkin drink contains no dairy or meat byproducts.
Drink and Enjoy!
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite: Stonyfield organic strawberry yogurt
I love Stonyfield organic strawberry yogurt. Not only does the yogurt tastes good alone, with granola, or inside a smoothie, it is also organic. Which means that it’s ingredients are produced without the use of antibiotics, synthetic growth hormones, genetically modified organisms (GMO’s), artificial flavors, artificial colors, and toxic pesticides and fertilizers. Also, the milk used to make Stonyfield organic strawberry yogurt is from cows not treated with rBST.
Stonyfield is also committed to battling climate change and reducing their carbon footprint. The solar array on the roof of Yogurt Works (the building where yogurt is made), produces clean renewable energy that helps power the machines used to make the yogurt.
Try Stonyfield’s yogurt. There are several flavors to choose from, including: Apple Pie, Blueberry, Just Peachy, Luscious Lemon, Mocha Latte, Plain, Pumpkin, Raspberry, Strawberry, Vanilla, Strawberries and cream, Chocolate Underground, and French Vanilla.
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite: ONNO Hemp, Bamboo and Organic Cotton clothes
I love ONNO’s Hemp and Organic Cotton Clothes.
ONNO’s shirts are made with sustainable fibers: bamboo, hemp and organic cotton. Bamboo is softer than cotton and wicks moisture away from your skin to keep you cool. Organic cotton is grown without the use of pesticides and insecticides. Organic cotton feels good and does not transfer pesticide residue to your skin. Hemp provides superior performance compared to cotton (even organic cotton). Hemp fibers are more durable, provide better UV protection and wick moisture away from your skin.
ONNO’s shirts are produced using socially responsible manufacturing. You won’t find their clothes in a developing country sweatshop.
Still not convinced? ONNO buys carbon offsets to balance the harm they do from transporting their shirts from here to there.
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite: Organically Grown Baby
I love Organically Grown clothes. I discovered Organically Grown clothes while browsing through the baby section at TJ Maxx…You guessed it, Mama loves bargain shopping. (Did you know that some 99 cents stores sell organic products?)
Organically Grown apparel is made from organic cotton, which is grown by safe, pesticide-free methods from plants that are not genetically modified. Organically Grown supports the organic farming community and organizations worldwide that are committed to a green, sustainable environment.
Don’t have any babies to buy clothes for? Organically Grown makes clothes for adults and children too.
- Mama
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Mama’s Monday Favorite: Feetures! performance socks
I love to wiggle my toes when I am wearing Feetures! performance socks. These socks are absolutely great. Feetures! performance socks are designed to enhance the experience of both casual and elite athletes across a wide spectrum of recreational activities. Feetures! performance socks are ideal for running, walking, hiking, cycling and cross-training.
Feetures! performance socks have a great fit and feel. Their combination of subtle compression, a seamless “Perfect Toe™,” and some of the finest wicking fibers on the planet prevent blisters, regulate temperature and wick moisture to keep feet dry and comfortable all day long.
Feetures! performance socks also believes in protecting the environment. Their bamboo and wool socks are 100% biodegradable and renewable.
- Mama
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