Environmental Health: Dandelions and Lawn Care

I found Susan’s presentation on the local fight against pesticides a refreshing look at a local issue. Throughout the course we have been focusing on larger global issue and this presentation brought it back home to consider how one person can truly step up, take action, and make a regional difference. While the toxins put onto things such as foods and lawns are making the ideal image, perfection in no part of the world is normal. These enhanced growths are creating a self depreciating cycle for humans; we grow them to improve ourselves, consume them either physically or visually, and suffer from the long-term effects of the toxins. This is demonstrated in the chemical bombs in Japan and the effect on the children in Susan’s neighbourhood. Anything that has such an affect on its products cannot be healthy for humans. I also loved about the presentation that Susan gave us a model for making a difference no matter the cause. I found she was not only promoting her cause but young people taking action and standing up for the issues that matter to them. The ice cream was delicious too! Im going to try some cookies.

Q: For students, do you think the idea of gardening naturally, or even buying organic foods, is an option with a student budget? What are some cheap methods that can be taken?