CSAs Offer a Fresh Alternative to Grocery Shopping

CSAs Offer a Fresh Alternative to Grocery Shopping

Community-supported agriculture (CSAs) directly connects residents to farmers with fresh produce and meats. Not only can CSAs be an escape from dreaded trips to the grocery store, they also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and uplift local farmers through steady demand. Whether you’re looking for fresh veggies, fruits, or quality meats, here are some Northern Virgnia-area CSAs to consider.  Day Spring Farm  Day Spring Farm’s CSA is now available …

I Tried the ‘3-3-2-2-1’ Grocery Shopping Method—and It Saved Me Time, Money, and Effort

A true game changer.D3sign/Getty ImagesKey TakeawaysThe '3-3-2-2-1' method is the newest grocery shopping trend: it involves buying three vegetables, three protein sources, two grains, two fruits, and one dip. I tried the method for myself and found that it saved me time, money, and effort. Grocery shopping is the bane of my existence. As a city slicker, not having a car offers many sustainable benefits, but the process of grocery shopping isn’t…