Ways to Make Our Land Healthier

It’s important to keep our body healthy by eating right, being active physically, and making smart decisions about our well-being and safety. Likewise, taking steps toward improving the health of our land is essential. Healthy land can produce the food we need for our growing population, help maintain a clean air supply, and offer outdoor space for us to enjoy. Here are a few ways to do your part.

• Recycle. Recycling is a simple way to cut down on the amount of waste that we produce. Many towns and municipalities offer comprehensive recycling programs for plastics, paper, glass, and other household items. Some also collect leaves, Christmas trees, branches, and other yard waste to turn into mulch and compost. Recycling areas in markets may accept not only beverage bottles and cans but also plastic grocery bags. Reusable grocery bags are becoming fashionable, and even fashion designers have joined the effort.
• Put your driving on a diet. Shopping for a car? Think twice about buying a gas-guzzler and instead look into smaller cars that are more fuel-efficient. Many manufacturers offer hybrid models that boost miles-per-gallon, especially for city driving. Plan errands ahead of time and select stores and stops that are near each other.
• Eat organic. Food that is grown utilizing sustainable agricultural practices helps improve the health of the land. Certified organic foods, like the Health Valley Organic line of soups, chili, cereals, snack bars and crackers, meet the rigid standards of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. From healthier land comes Health Valley Organic.