How Vertical Gardening Can Help Ease Back Pain
As an avid gardener, I’ve experienced my fair share of backaches after a day tending the plots. While there’s nothing quite like digging into warm soil and coaxing a seedling …
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Beth Rush is the green wellness editor at Body+Mind. She writes about sustainable transit, sustainable healthcare, and plant-based recipes. She also has quite the green thumb! You can find Beth on Twitter @bodymindmag.
Articles by Beth Rush
How to Protect Yourself From Toxic Plants and Eye Irritants Lurking in Your Garden
Learning how to protect your eyes in the garden is essential for anyone who spends time tending to plants, especially when working with species that can cause irritation or injury.
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Easy Gluten-Free Grains to Grow in Your Garden
There’s also triticale — a wheat and rye hybrid — to avoid. However, given the wealth of grain variants, you don’t have to limit yourself. Consider growing these gluten-free grains …
6 Easy Recipes for a Healthy Potluck Dish Straight From Your Garden
Check out a few garden-inspired potluck dishes that people love to serve. These recipes will surely make everyone ask for seconds.
1. Summer Squash Casserole
Comfort food is a staple item at …
Bond With Your Elderly Loved Ones
There are plenty of activities you can do to strengthen your bond with your aging loved ones. While traditional activities like baking or watching television together are fun, indoor gardening …
Wellness Gardens: Design, Healing, and How to Grow One in Your Backyard
Picture yourself surrounded by soothing scents, soft greenery and cozy corners where you can unwind, recharge and reconnect with nature. Before your mind wanders to the park or a remote …
Help Your Garden Recover From Wind Damage After a Hurricane With These Tips
While your garden may not look like much right now, with some effort and the right approach, it can bounce back stronger than before. Check out these recovery tips to …
How Caring for Plants Can Make You Happier and Healthier
Believe it or not, nurturing flowers can do wonders for your physical and mental health. Discover the benefits of plants, how caring for them boosts mood, and ways to make …
Plants for Kids: 5 Fun Ways to Introduce Kids to Gardening
I remember watching a film strip (yes, I’m old) in grade school that showed me how people wasted up to four gallons of water if they left the faucet on …
Pros and Cons of Owning Chickens for Your Backyard Garden
Does the thought of backyard chickens appeal to you? City dwellers interested in country living or those tired of the rising cost of eggs at the grocery store might consider …
