Growing Your Own Vegetables Without Pesticides

If you ever want to grow your Vegetables Organically, you will need to read this. One of the things you need to do is to select plants for your garden that will help control insect pests.
 

Certain plants contain properties that either invite beneficial insects or repel harmful insects. Beneficial insects prey on pests that cause damage in the garden. Ladybugs and praying mantis are good examples of beneficial bugs.
 

Using plants for pest control not only cuts down on your workload, but it also reduces or eliminates the amount of insecticides that you use in your garden. And fewer insecticides means more good bugs, which in turn means help in controlling bad bugs.
 

It is important that you experiment to find out what works best for your situation. With this thought in mind, it also helps to choose plants that are native to your area. This way beneficial insects will already know what to look for.

ARTEMISIA - This plant produces a strong antiseptic, although not unpleasant aroma that repels most insects. Planted as a border, it can also deter small animals.
BASIL -The oils in basil are said to repel thrips, flies and mosquitoes. I plant basil along side my tomatoes for larger, tastier tomatoes. Bee Balm - I love this plant because it attracts bees to my garden. It is another plant that you can grow with your tomatoes.
 

BORAGE - This plant is a real gem in the garden. It repels tomato horn worms and cabbage worms and attracts beneficial bees and wasps. Borage also adds trace elements to the soil.
 

CATNIP - This plant repels just about everything. You can use it to keep away flea beetles, aphids, Japanese beetles, squash bugs, ants, and weevils.
 

CHIVES - Chives are one of my favorite herbs. You can plant chives to repel Japanese beetles and carrot rust flies. It has also been said that chives will help prevent scab when planted among apple trees.
 

CHRYSANTHEMUMS - When I do use an insecticide I use one made from chrysanthemums called pyrethrum. This all-natural pesticide can help control things like roaches, ticks, silverfish, lice, fleas, bedbugs, and I like to use it to control ants in certain parts of the garden. In the garden white flowering chrysanthemums are said to drive away Japanese beetles and C. coccineum, commonly known as Painted Daisy, kills root nematodes.
 

DAHLIAS - Dahlias repel nematodes and the blooms are great for adding bold splashes of color to flower borders and fresh arrangements.
 

DILL - I always find a place for this plant in my garden. Dill is best planted with cucumbers and onions. During the cool season It can be planted with lettuce. Dill attracts hoverflies and predatory wasps, and its foliage is used as food by swallowtail butterfly caterpillars. Tomato hornworms are also attracted to dill, so if you plant it at a distance, you can help draw these destructive insects away from your tomatoes. Dill repels aphids and spider mites. Sprinkling Dill leaves on squash plants tend to repel squash bugs.
 

GARLIC - In addition to its great taste and health benefits, garlic planted near roses repels aphids. It also deters codling moths, Japanese beetles, root maggots, snails, and carrot root fly. When planted alongside Onions, they also deter moles and mice.
 

HYSSOP - This is another one of my favorite plants. Hyssop is great for attracting honeybees to the garden.
Lavender - Lavender is a favorite among many beneficial insects and also repels fleas and moths.
 

MARIGOLDS - The marigold is probably the most well known plant for repelling insects. French marigolds repel whiteflies and kill bad nematodes. Mexican marigolds are said to offend a host of destructive insects and wild rabbits as well. If you choose marigolds for your garden they must be scented to work as a repellant. And while this plant drives away many bad bugs, it also attracts spider mites and snails--which are good.
 

NASTURTIUMS- I plant nasturtiums with my tomatoes and cucumbers as a way to fight off wooly aphids, white flies, squash bugs, and cucumber beetles. The flowers, especially the yellow blooming varieties, act as a trap for aphids.
 

PETUNIAS - They are great to look at, and repel asparagus beetles, leaf hoppers, a range of aphids, tomato worms, and a good many other pests.
 

SUNFLOWERS - I use sunflowers as a way to draw aphids away from my other plants. Ants move their colonies onto sunflowers. The sunflowers are tough enough that they suffer no damage.

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Beginner's Yoga Routine

This simple but comprehensive beginner's Yoga routine stretches the hamstrings, calves, hip flexors and mid back while developing a strong core and optimal postural alignment. The accessible sequence includes basic yogic standing postures, forward bends, back bends, twists and semi-inversions to promote structural integration and strengthening of the different body parts. Low lunges combined with active back bends help stretch the groin muscles and hip flexors, while opening the front of the body and stimulating the thymus gland to boost immunity. Standing and sitting squats strengthen the quads, loosen up tension in the pelvic area and ensure healthy hip-joints. Standing and sitting twists flush toxins from the lower abdomen and enkindle the fire of the digestive system to melt unwanted fatty deposits. The focus of the practice is on releasing obsolete belief structures and unwanted negative build-up while grounding, centering and balancing.

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Food For Thought

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Eating Chocolate May Keep You Slim and Sharpen Your Mind

We know that flavonols - the antioxidants in chocolate - have anti-inflammatory effects that can help prevent heart disease. Now Spanish researchers have discovered that eating a moderate amount of chocolate is associated with lower body fat and less abdominal fat, no matter how much (or little) you exercise and regardless of the rest of your diet. The investigators from the University of Granada looked at nearly 1,500 European adolescents (between ages 12 and 17) and found that the more chocolate they ate (without overindulging), the lower their body mass index and waist circumference. CONTINUE AT SOURCE

Glenwood Springs Moms fof Moms Monthly M&M

When: January 22nd 10-11:30am

Where: First United Methodist Church

(Parlor Room)

9th & Cooper, Glenwood

Guest Speaker: Kim & Megan Henrie, of

Roaring Fork Wellness

Topic: Join personal trainers as they present Real Life Workouts - quick, simple, effective exercises you can do at home around your schedule and your kids.

  Learn:

- how to squeeze fitness into 20 minutes per day or less

- how to get an effective workout with no specialized equipment
- 6 tips for better health

Call for Vendors, Glenwood Springs

Call for Vendors for Health & Wellness Expo

Glenwood Springs, CO - Vendor and sponsorship applications are currently being accepted for the third annual Health & Wellness Expo in Glenwood Springs.  The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at Ramada Inn & Suites.

The Health & Wellness Expo is being produced locally in hopes of providing information and education about integrative health and preventative wellness solutions that are available throughout the valley.  The event will feature more than 30 educational vendor booths, informative speakers and interactive activities for all ages.

For more information about this event or to obtain a booth vendor application, visit www.healthandwellnessexpogws.com.

Fear

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What 200 Calories Look Like

Enough said.

Parents: Creating a Legacy of Healthy Habits

Parents have many important responsibilities when it comes to their kids, not the least of which is striving for their good health and nutrition. But this responsibility is so much more than just putting food on the table and knowing when to take kids to a doctor.
Parents need to not only feed their children, but teach them to eat right. Parents need to not only encourage their kids to be active, they need to show them. No form of teaching between a parent and child is more powerful than example.
To put it simply, the healthy habits of a parent will lay a foundation for healthy habits in their kids. But the contrary is also true—your children will pick up on and follow your less-than-healthy habits and choices.
Parents need to teach their children healthy habits in two main areas: diet and activity level.

Raising a kid to eat healthy

This is always a tough one—after all, kids are notoriously picky eaters and family life can be very busy. But don’t let that stop you from helping them develop healthy eating habits. Persistence will pay off, and kids’ tastes and eating habits do evolve as they mature.
Most kids in the U.S. don’t even come close to eating the recommended servings of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains—and they eat more than the recommended maximum level of sodium. In fact, their diets are often loaded with empty calories from sugars and fats.
For children between the ages of 12 and 18, nearly 40% of their daily calories come from fat and sugar, especially from soda and fruit drinks, desserts, pizza, and high-fat whole milk. This affects their health in the short term, but can also set them up for a lifetime of poor eating habits and health complications.

Where to start with nutrition

Parents following a few simple principles can make a world of difference for their children’s future eating habits. The following are great tips for both parents and kids.
• Eat more fruits and vegetables—half of each meal according to the USDA’s MyPlate guidelines
• Replace refined grains with whole grains—at least half of your daily grain intake
• Dairy is important for you, but opt for lower-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese
• Eat leaner proteins, and don’t forget beans, nuts, and seeds
• Portion sizes—don’t eat more than you need
• Limit desserts and treats
• Involve kids in the kitchen—they’ll learn healthy habits as they help
• Increase fiber intake—up to 30 grams daily
• Supplement daily to fill the gaps—focus on vitamins, minerals, and omega-3s like those you’ll fine in Koala Pals™ Shakeables™, Vitality omega-3s, and the Vitality Pack® powered by Oligo®

Getting the family more active

According to LetsMove.gov, kids age 8 to 18 spend an average of 7.5 hours a day with entertainment media and electronics! At the same time, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommends that “children and adolescents should do 60 minutes or more of physical activity daily.” Which do you think kids make a higher priority?
The Centers for Disease Control states that regular activity for kids “improves strength and endurance, helps build healthy bones and muscles, helps control weight, reduces anxiety and stress, increases self-esteem,” and may improve kids’ academic performance.
Research has shown that kids develop attitudes and behaviors about physical activity based on their home and family. So make exercise a family affair! An active parent is more likely to have active children. The fact is, getting active doesn’t have to feel like exercise at all. And don’t forget, calories burned during “play” are just the same as calories burned during “exercise.”

Where to start with exercise

School PE, organized sports, and dance groups are great exercise—but usually not enough. There are hundreds of great ways for kids—and parents—to get active. Let your children see you make exercise a priority by seeing you work out on a regular basis. Consistency is important—find ways to be active for 45–60 minutes every day. The following ideas can help you get started:
• Play basketball, soccer, tennis, or other sports together
• Go on a bike ride
• Walk or ride your bike instead of driving somewhere
• Go roller skating
• Do garden and yard work
• Walk the dog
• Turn on some music and dance
• Take the stairs instead of escalators and elevators
• Limit time spent on TV, computers, and gaming
• Go on a hike
• Go on a family walk before or after a meal
• Wash the car
• Go swimming
• Throw a Frisbee®
• Find activities that fit your family’s unique personality

FROM: The Melaleuca Journal

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Thank You, The Institute for the Psychology of Eating

News from the Carbondale Community Food Co-op

Happy New Year!!

To start off the new year, we have a lot of great things on sale. Ghirardelli 60% cacao bittersweet baking chocolate and 100% cacao bittersweet baking chocolate are both on sale for your baking needs. We also have Wolfgang Puck organic free range chicken noodle soup for those cold evenings, Potter Farm rib steak and t-bone steak, and bulk sunflower seeds on sale as well. 

To keep healthy during these cold months we have assorted Traditional Medicinal teas on sale including Breathe Easy, Throat Coat, and Echinacea Plus.

Eat Your Greens

Even when we are in the middle of a cold snowy winter, we are lucky enough to get fresh local greens at CCFC through Osage and Eagle Springs Farms. They both have greenhouses and grow delicious organic greens year-round.

We also have sprouting seeds available, so you can grow your own sprouts at home. Sprouts are incredibly nutritious; especially for those on a raw food diet. Studies show remarkable levels of B Vitamins, as well as Vitamins C, E and A (up to 15 times the original content!).

New Additions at the Co-op       

We want to make sure you are aware of the new items we have in stock. Now available are VinSante non-alcoholic wines. If you imbibed  bit too much over the holidays, but still want the delicious taste of those fermented grapes, this is the way to go.

We are also carrying Jens Café Bars--made in Basalt. And if you haven't tried Jackson's Honest potato chips, cooked in organic coconut oil, you don't know what you're missing. New on the shelves are Jackson's Honest sweet potato chips

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MORE NEWS AT:  CARBONDALE COMMUNITY FOOD CO-OP

Solar Evolution

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Ageless Woman

For you consideration.....A Florida woman says she has found the 'fountain of youth"