The A.K.A.s (Are Everywhere!)

Hello Friends!

Did you make a New Year's resolution? I read recently that about 40% of Americans make resolutions and 46% keep them. I resolved to write more blogs and here I am making good. As many of you may or may not know, I've been an active advocate of natural and organic foods/products for several years and it's something I'm always stoked to talk about. So keep your peepers peeled because I'm going to have an ongoing series about awesome food, beverages, body care, and tons of other cool stuff. This year resolve to go natural, ideally organic, and definitely animal cruelty-free.

The Basics:
Organic: produce and other ingredients grown without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, genetically modified organisms, or radiation. Keep in mind that if something is "Natural" it's not automatically Organic. There is a difference, but natural is always better than artificial. If it has artificial colors, ingredients, or preservatives drop it. Dig?

Cruelty-free: developed or produced without inhumane testing on animals. Take a look at the packaging next time you buy toothpaste, shampoo, shaving cream, or hair-dye and look for the words "not tested on animals".


Whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or none of the above, this is something for everyone. In the next few weeks I'm going to tell you about what to look for, what to avoid, why it's so important to read labels, and how certain companies are cashing in on trendy buzzwords yet still use artificial ingredients or nasty preservatives. Let's make a resolution to start a revolution starting with your daily routine. Not only is it good for you, it's good for the environment, and that's pretty punk rock!

The A.K.A.s are hitting the road again soon and I'd love to hear some recommendations for healthy restaurants and natural food stores in your area.

Get psyched and Everybody Make Some Noise!

Yours truly,

Chachi Darin (on the mf drums!)