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March 2014 Publisher Letter

Gardening in any form, for relatively modest effort and faith in seeds doing their thing brings welcome contributions to our health and well-being. We celebrate it all in our March Food & Garden issue.

Food Revolution in a Tank

Aquaponics Offers Year-Round Homegrown Fish and Veggies

Growing food in indoor tanks makes organic, GMO-free food available at little cost all year long.

Superherbs

Four Plants that Fight Off Disease

Studies show that these herbs heal wounds, protect against cancer, ward off Alzheimer’s and soothe digestion.

Tweet those Fitness Goals

Online Friends Help Us Stay on Track

With Facebook, Twitter and other social media sites, we can get all the fitness buddies we need, plus lots of useful strategies.

Dog Scouts of America

Dog Troops Also Earn Badges and Go to Camp

Now canines can work to garner merit badges for obedience, nose work, water sports and community service.

Opposition to Proposed WesPac Oil Facility in East Bay

According to the Pittsburg Defense Council, WesPac Energy’s proposal to build a large oil storage and transfer facility in Pittsburg presents dangerous risks.

Trash Adds Up to Big Problem for Bay Waters

Free Parent Seminars at Singing Stones School in Danville

Singing Stones School, a Waldorf school in Danville, is offering three free presentations in its ongoing parent enrichment series.

AAA Offers Free ‘Tipsy Tow’ on St. Patrick’s Day

AAA’s Tipsy Tow program offers a free dusk-to-dawn tow for drinking drivers in northern California, Nevada and Utah on St. Patrick’s Day as well as other major holidays and event nights.

Workshop on Strengthening Bones in Walnut Creek

Registered dietitian and holistic health educator Kathy Napoli will offer a two-part workshop on how to strengthen bones naturally.

WomenWalking Offers Health and Friendship

WomenWalking is a community of women who like to walk and talk with walking partners.

Vitamin E Hope for Cancer Care

Optimistic New Research

Legumes Improve Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure

The Power of Beans

Coconut Oil Manages Cholesterol, Shrinks Waistlines

Food that Fights Fat

Chemicals Harm Pets, Too

Furry Friends are Affected

Healthy Food at the Front Door

Freshness Delivered

Superfoods Defend Against Radiation

Cruciferous Veggies and Miso Provide Protection