Voluntary Simplicity: My 30-Day Challenge

saving money

In September 2009, I took on a little experiment: I wanted to go a whole month without spending any money.  I would pay my bills as usual, but that’s it.  For food, I was fortunate to live in a community where I exchanged a few hours of labor each week for my meals, so that [...]

Is Krill Oil Your New Best Source for Omega-3s?

krill oil: the next big thing?

What’s that smell?  Another slightly fishy health fad, of course!  Krill oil capsules are becoming a popular alternative to fish oil, but questions remain: are they really better?  And is it sustainable?  Well, I’ll share what I’ve found and leave the rest up to you. In terms of health benefits, krill oil is claimed to [...]

Bokashi: a Simple, Clean Way to Compost in Homes and Apartments

a bokashi bucket

When I was a kid, composting was a two-step process. First, we piled food scraps in a tub under the sink and waited for them to get slimy and putrid enough to attract flies. Then we held our noses, carried the food scraps outside, and dumped them onto a rotting heap that served mostly as [...]