Here are a few of my favorite natural living web sites. Enjoy!

TRAVEL: GREEN VACATION HUB
Using the web site interface you are able to search throughout the world for lodging that offers any one or more of the following options: energy efficiency, water efficiency, recycling, air quality, food, and fragrance free. The Green Vacation Hub partners with other eco-friendly web based travel companies so the database is quite extensive.

NEWS AND INNOVATION: GLOBAL INTELLIGENCER
The Global Intelligencer serves as an information clearinghouse for topics concerning individual, social and global transformation. They do a good job of highlighting innovative ideas that relate to sustainable living.

NEWS: GOOD NEWS NETWORK
One way I stay healthy and happy is I try to avoid the ‘news’, well the traditional news. I just find it so negative and sensationalized. Sometimes avoiding the news isn't possible when trying to stay current for my work. So, to revitalize and refocus my energy I check out this web site regularly. I love the stories because they are inspiring and uplifting. Nothing is better than reading about the natural goodness of people!

CONSUMER INFORMATION: THE GREEN GUIDE
Published by National Geographic, this web site and newsletter has informative product reviews, tips, and practical every day environmentally responsible and health-minded product choices and actions. This is one, of many, newsletters I subscribe to and read!

CONSUMER INFORMATION:GREENER CHOICES
For those of you familiar with the Consumer Reports web site and magazine, this is published by the same group (The Consumers Union). There are great guides, search tools, and reviews of every day products from a ‘green’ standpoint. Innovative products and resources are also highlighted and reviewed.

HOME REMEDIES:PEOPLE’S PHARMACY
Joe and Terry Graedon have been featured on CNN, Oprah, 20/20 and numerous other programs. They have created a web site rich with resources on ‘home remedies’, information on herbs & traditional medicines, and access to their extensive newspaper columns, articles and podcasts. I found their site when I was looking for a natural cough remedy, as I didn’t want to take any ‘Western Medicine’ when I was pregnant. I found a Cayenne pepper based cough recipe that did the trick and I still use and recommend to everyone I know!

COMMUNITY BUILDING: ZAADZ
This is kind of a MySpace for the ‘inspired’. Although it’s not technically a natural living/eco site, what I do like is the fact that the community if FULL of people who truly understand and honor the Universe while realizing that by combining energies and networking we can all make a difference. While you are there, check out Jeff’s and my page and join up as a friend! http://choosetobeinspired.zaadz.com/

GENERAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY BUILDING:GAIAM
The name GAIAM was created from the words Gaia — the name for Mother Earth in the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete — and “I am”. Together these words symbolize the interconnection of the Earth and all the life it sustains. The Gaiam web site features informative and easy to read articles on topics such as healthy homes, spirituality, green living, and mind-body fitness. They have a community where you can join and interact with others and experts who are leading the way toward healthier and greener lifestyle choices.

POLLUTION/TOXINS:HEALTHY HOME CHECKLIST
The Environmental Defence group has a great interactive resource, which gives information and ideas on how to reduce toxins in your home. There is also a checklist that you can use that provides alternatives to ‘toxic’ products.

ORGANIC CONSUMERS INFO:BREAK THE CHAINS
This fantastic web site helps consumers in making safer, greener, and more equitable purchases. The emphasis is on supporting organic, fair made/trade, and locally produced products and businesses. While you are visiting this page, check out the whole site. There are wonderful resources, links, and recommendations.

ENERGY CONSERVATION:ENERGY HAWK
Learn about alternative energy sources and how to save energy using your current set up for laundry, dish washing, heating, cooling and more!

What other web sites would you recommend? Drop me an email or post on the forum for everyone to review.
THANKS!