Human Spirit

Categorized as essential workers, farmworkers continue to help provide the nation with food. But their lack of basic protections puts them uniquely at risk for exposure to COVID-19, threatening their livelihoods, their families, and those of us that rely on them to get food from fields to plates.

Along with the considerable stresses, losses, and frustrations of life during the coronavirus pandemic, are there also some good things happening? Ocean Robbins invites you to share any possible silver linings, lessons you’ve learned so far, or that you hope humanity might learn from this challenging time.

The mainstream media tells us that there’s not much more we can do than wash our hands often and keep to ourselves. Alternative health sites tout unproven and sometimes dangerous regimens, from drinking water every 15 minutes to consuming chlorine bleach. What’s missing from the discussion is the massive body of evidence that our diet and lifestyle choices can influence how our bodies respond to illness. Here Food Revolution Network CEO Ocean Robbins shares his take on what’s going on with the COVID-19 pandemic, and most importantly, how you can best respond. Plus you’ll find useful information, tips, and resources to support your health and safety. (VIDEO BELOW)

Once a self-reliant agriculture-dependent economy, Puerto Rico now imports the majority of its food (including, unfortunately, fast food). But some residents in a rural Puerto Rican community are reviving a historic botanical garden to serve as an example of and inspiration for bringing back local and sustainable farming — and for the purposes of cultural and historical preservation.

Looking for holiday gifts you’ll feel good about giving or receiving? These ethical, sustainable, and healthy gifts are functional, useful, and inspired. You’ll find kitchen enhancements, health and beauty items, educational entertainment, good causes to support, and more for the people and the planet that you love.