Come harvest time and the nippy nights of November, many of us spend more time at home cooking, answering the healing call of the season. It’s an especially rewarding time for foodies and cooks, as autumn menus are chock-full of nutritious comfort foods and nostalgic aromas. I like to imagine that I’ll prepare a big pot of soup every Sunday night, for quick, healthy lunches to … [Read more...] about Healing Foods
Archives for November 2017
Purified Green
While it may be hard to believe, indoor air quality is often more toxic than outdoor air quality. This is due in large part to the presence of synthetic materials in furniture, carpets, plastics, and other common household items. Indoor air contains volatile organic compounds (VOC’S,) allergens and other contaminants. According to a clean air study by NASA, houseplants can … [Read more...] about Purified Green
Reggae on the River
Can the Changing Cannabis Culture Breathe New Life Into the Event and the Community Center Behind It? Reggae on the River’s roots run deep in Northern California. What started in the early 1980s as a rebuilding fundraiser for The Mateel Community Center in Redway, California has become one of the longest running, most well-known reggae festivals in the world. Rising to … [Read more...] about Reggae on the River
Healing Oakland with Terryn Buxton
When it comes to healing with cannabis, many people have found relief. But the community, culture, and lifestyle isn’t just about just getting high. Terryn Buxton is a cannabis activist, entrepreneur, and political figure in Oakland, California. He’s been a consumer since the age of 15 to combat his insomnia. Since then, Terryn knew there was something special … [Read more...] about Healing Oakland with Terryn Buxton
E-Nectar Collector: The D!PPER
At the “Emerald Magazine,” we are blessed to experience a variety of emerging products within the industry. But every so often, one product stands out. The slick packaging drew this writer in for starters. When I tore back the packaging I found the D!PPER to be the MacGyver of E-pens. With easily switched heating elements and mouthpieces, the D!PPER transforms from a … [Read more...] about E-Nectar Collector: The D!PPER