Tag Archives: Family
Make sustainable living a family affair
If you haven’t already done so, Earth Month is the perfect time to start teaching your family about living a more eco-friendly life. But it can sometimes be difficult to find an age-appropriate and fun way to motivate them to do so. That’s why we’ve decided to create weekly tips specifically for Earth Month.
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Make sustainability part of spring break
With signs of spring upon us, many people are ready for a much-needed spring break — a good time to relax, recharge and reboot. Here are a few ways to keep up your eco-friendly habits, even while you’re enjoying a break from everything else:
Make the most of a staycation.
Read more ›#WinItWednesday contest highlights tips for spring
Although it might not feel like it in some parts of the country, the official start of spring is right around the corner. And with spring comes new inspiration to get outdoors, tidy up around the house, and appreciate the season.
So, for our second #WinItWednesday contest on Twitter, we wanted to hear your most eco-friendly and family-focused tips for saving energy.
Read more ›First Lady Michelle Obama visits Walmart Neighborhood Market
Today we were honored to have First Lady Michelle Obama visit one of our Walmart stores to celebrate our progress on making food healthier and more affordable for families nationwide.
Two years ago we made a healthier food commitment that was informed by the First Lady’s work with Let’s Move!.
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Making Thanksgiving sustainable
Thanksgiving is a time to be with family, reflect on what we’re grateful for, and, traditionally, eat a delicious dinner complete with all the trimmings. But while you’re preparing for that dinner or getting ready to make the trip to share the day with family and friends, consider how you can celebrate more sustainably — before, during, and after that hearty Thanksgiving dinner.
Read more ›Families are rediscovering simple, healthy foods
Here at Oldways, we have been advocating for healthy eating ever since 1990 when our nonprofit was founded to remind families of the joy of traditional, heritage foods.
On Tuesday, Oldways was invited to Washington D.C. to learn about Walmart’s new Great for You Icon on healthier foods.
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