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Christie Sacco

Christie Sacco studied philosophy and religion at Stony Brook University and is translator and editor at Utopia. Christie is a full time digital nomad.


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Salt as an Effective Way To Clean Your Baking Sheet

Have you been wondering how to get your cookie sheets clean again without resorting to aggressive chemicals? These common household products will do the trick without doing damage to your wallet or to the environment. Read more


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This Is How You Can Tell if Potatoes Are Bad

When are potatoes bad? After a potato sprouts, it can become poisonous and unfit to eat. Here’s how to tell whether or not a potato is still okay to eat. Read more


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Is Palm Oil Sustainable? Deforestation & Environmental Impact

Is sustainable palm oil production possible? We’ll look into what palm oil is, how it’s used, and the social and environmental impact that it has. Read more


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Why Parmesan Isn’t Always Vegetarian Friendly

Is parmesan cheese vegetarian? The short answer is, no. We’ll tell you exactly why not, and take a look at what plant-based alternatives are available. Read more


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How to Choose UV Protection: Physical Sunscreen vs. Chemical Sunscreen

What exactly is physical sunscreen? What about zinc oxide sunscreen or mineral sunscreen? Is sunscreen bad for you? Or for the environment? What does SPF measure, again? You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Read more


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Homemade Glue: Non-Toxic Craft Glue for Kids

Store-bought glue can give off toxic fumes that kids might breathe in while they do arts and crafts. Why not make your own homemade glue? We’ll give you two recipes for craft glue that is even safe to eat. Read more


Guerrilla gardening

What Is Guerrilla Gardening?

Guerrilla gardening is a grassroots movement that uses gardening as a form of protest, and as a means of community building. In this article we’ll tell you everything you need to know about guerrilla gardening. Read more


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Why Injecting or Ingesting Disinfectant Might Kill You

Whether he was serious or not, comments made by President Donald Trump have gotten some people thinking about whether ingesting disinfectant cleaning products might be an effective way to combat COVID-19. It's not, and this is why. Read more