You might remember me excitedly talking about a conference that I attended earlier this year called ShiftCon. Well, the founder of the conference wrote a book called Green Enough and it is being released today! I had the privilege of reviewing a preview copy of this book and wanted to share some of my thoughts.
Segedie shows readers how to make the best choices possible about what they bring into their homes – from furniture to packaged food – all without losing their minds! It’s not about being “perfect,” it’s about being armed with the right information so that you can put your family on the path to better health. Segedie includes:
· Delicious, kid-approved recipes for readers looking to detoxify their cooking routine
· The brands that contain toxic chemicals and dangerous additives
· How to choose organic produce that’s pesticide-free (it’s harder than it seems)
· Instructions on making the move to meat, dairy, and eggs that don’t contain GMOs, growth hormones, and dangerous pathogens
Segedie’s writing style is conversational and friendly. Reading her book is like listening to a knowledgeable friend. However, she is also no holds barred with her language in getting her point across, which may take some people aback. I appreciate the numerous snippets throughout the book from a well-known pediatrician and a scientist, both of which add another layer of credibility to the advice given.
Here is an example of how the book lays out changes you can make in your home by prioritizing simple steps:
My favorite part of the book is where Segedie creates lists of products ranging from deli meat to cleaning products to hair dye and categorizes the brands as Bad, Better or Best. Sure, you could do you own research, (and she encourages her readers to do so!) but that would take forever. These quick cheat sheets are really helpful when you are just starting out in greening up your home like I am. Green Enough is definitely a valuable resource to live a healthier life.
Reprinted from Green Enough by Leah Segedie. Copyright ©2018 by Leah Segedie. By permission of Rodale Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. Available wherever books are sold.
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