Glossary
Green Glossary: Global Warming Potential
If youve read an article or two about climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, you may have seen the term Global Warming Potential. Youve probably deduced that it has to do with the degree to which greenhouse gases cause global warming, but most people are in the dark on how this is measured, so we thought wed give you a little primer.According to the EPA, The definition of a GWP for a...
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Green Glossary: Volatile Organic Compounds
If youre interested in a healthy, green living space, youve probably heard the term volatile organic compounds, or VOCs for short. Chances are you know its not good, but beyond that, many people are in the dark. So what exactly are these VOCs?VOCs are chemicals that are emitted from solids and liquids. All solids and liquids that include VOCs also include a carbon chain, as any substance c...
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Lisa O's Cooking Glossary
Butchers Twine: It is a thin cotton cooking rope that you use to tie roasts, turkeys, sachets etc… You can find it at the grocery store and any specialty kitchen shop. Caramelize: To gently brown that item that you are cooking, this cooking method will produce natural sugars to come out and that is what is causing the food to turn golden in color. Cardamom: Native to Southern ...
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Healthy Eating Glossary
Acidophilus AGEs Alkaline/Acidic Amino Acid Biologic Value (BV) Capsaicin Carotenoids Candida Carbohydrate Cruciferous vegetables Digestive...
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Glossary
The NaturallySavvy Glossary is available to define terms and provide expansion and clarity on a variety of related subjects. Acupuncture Antioxidants Composting Conventional foods Cleansing DEA ...
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