How We Flourish

Creating healthier people and a healthier planet, one step at a time

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Composting, Part 3

I may receive a commission if you purchase something mentioned in this post. See more details here.Complete Compost Gardening GuideNow that you’re thinking about composting and which method is best for you, let’s talk about what exactly you are composting and what to do with it. It is important to get a balance of carbon-rich […]

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Composting, Part 2

How to Make and Use ComposWhen it comes to choosing your own composting method, you must ask four questions: How much space do I have? What types of waste do I want to compost? How much of that waste do I produce? How much work do I want to put in? Just by answering these […]

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Composting, Part 1

One really great way to reduce what you send to the landfill is to compost your food waste. Even if you don’t have a lot of space or need for composting, you should look to see what your city might offer or if you have friends that could use compost. If nothing else, you can […]

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Reduce Your Trash: For Women

Men, beware: There is some TMI in this post. When I first heard about reusable feminine hygiene products, I was majorly grossed out. Even after I started using the Diva Cup, I was still horrified by the idea of reusable pads (which makes no sense, since the Diva Cup isn’t for the squeamish). But I’m […]

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Go Cloth, Part 2

Now that you’re done wiping your faces, hands, and counters, how else can you reduce paper waste in your home? Cotton Rounds: I mentioned before that I have replaced my cotton balls (seriously, stop and think about what a waste those cotton balls and packaging are) with reusable cotton rounds. These are great for removing […]