A round-up of what we’re reading right now. 

Worried about Todd Akin? Maureen Dowd says we should also be worried about the rest of the Republicans, calling Paul Ryan a “fresh face on a Taliban creed.” [Via New York Times]

Healthy, delicious, easy. Make your own raw nut butter. [Via Small Kitchen College]

To snip or not to snip? Opting for less circumcision could result in higher U.S. healthcare costs. To the tune of an additional $4.4 billion over the next 10 years [Via TakePart]

Does it matter why women get abortions? [Via The Nation]

If you love quinoa, you’ll love Quinoa: The Movie. [Via Huffington Post]

You might be concerned about fitting into your skinny jeans, but you should be more concerned about whether or not those pants are starving the world. [Via Mother Jones]

Sleep is much more important than you would like to think; it underpins almost every moment of our lives. [Via Brain Pickings]

If the internet is killing storytelling, are photos bringing it back? [Via The Daily Muse]

Sure, you might want to eat like your ancestors, but is it good for you? Paleo diet: the pros and cons. [Via Greatist]

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A round-up of what we’re reading right now. 

IKEA addict? Maybe you should put all those blue bags with yellow lettered handles to good use. Like in a dress. [Via Inhabitat]

What is the definition of a “Real Woman”? Whatever it is, please stop calling me one. [Via Thought Catalog]

Haven’t joined a CSA yet? You should, and if you’re wondering how to go about it, here’s a great guide to help you navigate.  [Via Small Kitchen College]

Keeping an eye on the indie designer scene in Beijing? Here are nine to pay attention to. [Via Afar]

McMansions out and tiny homes in; we approve of this minimalist trend and will always take more micro-home eye candy like this one. [Via Curbed]

Finally someone has a good recipe for making gluten free sandwich bread at home. [Via Saveur]

Outdoor backyard movie night? There really can’t be a better way to spend a late summer evening. [Via CasaSugar]

The U.S. has no national vacation policy, how is this affecting productivity and why are we so bad at checking out? [Via The Atlantic]

A diet that’s high in sugar can lead to memory loss. [Via Organic Authority]

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A round-up of what we’re reading right now.

Healthy fats: you need them, so learn to love them. [Via Organic Authority]

Been sitting a lot lately? Turns out that’s not so good for your life expectancy. [Via Wall Street Journal]

Will someone just make us these Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bites (gluten free and vegan of course) already? [Via Girlie Girl Army]

Friends with benefits? Not so much. [Via How About We]

Just what is it about reality television that makes us so obsessed? [Via Greatist]

A new project seeks to share the stories of women and abortions – who gets them and how are we influenced by their stories. [Via The Frisky]

Get to the heart of Mexican soul food with a food lover’s narrative on Mexico City. [Via Afar]

These beet sandwiches just might be the most adorable food ever.  [Via Small Kitchen College]

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A round-up of what we’re reading right now.

Would you choose food over sex? Because apparently 1 out of 3 singles would. [Via Today]

Take the time to be happy, which means stop doing these 10 things. [Via Elephant Journal]

Hanging planter gardens, so hot right now. Make your own with this guide. [Via Curbly]

The Olympics are fast approaching, and if you’re like us, you have a twinge of London fever. Here is a roundup of excellent London-focused blogs to follow. [Via Traveling Greener]

Can’t travel this summer? Get some map art instead. [Via CasaSugar]

The joys of working – and eating – on a vineyard. [Via Small Kitchen College]

The ultimate summer delight? Foraging for a dinner party. [Via Grist]

Nope, mermaids definitely are not real. [Via Gadling]

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A round-up of what we’re reading right now.

Nothing says summer travel like a good glamping tent. Or 16 of them. [Via CasaSugar]

Think global, drink local. [Via Ethical Ocean]

The average American is spending over 20% of their grocery budget on processed foods. [Via Mother Jones]

No one said summer cookouts couldn’t be healthy. [Via Small Kitchen College]

Get thee to an outdoor theatre immediately. [Via Flavorwire]

The latest in internet time-waster… no wait… inspiration: Pinstagram. [Via Mashable]

Nothing goes hand in hand like farming and new media. [Via GOOD]

If you’re simply getting up, eating breakfast and leaving for work, you just might want to rethink things. The mornings are primetime for, well, everything. [Via Fast Company]

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#startpacking
Top 20 Cities for New Ideas
from Piers Fawkes at PSFK

#8recipesbetterthanmeat
Just What Vegetarian Meals Should You Serve to Carnivores?
from Bethany Imondi at Small Kitchen College

#infographic
$3 Billion of Happy Meals Sold Every Year to Children
from Mind Body Green

#27stepstoproductivity
Get More Done. Now.
by Laura Schwecherl at Greatist

#greedymcgreederson
The Rich Are More Likely To Take Candy From Children
by Eryn Brown at the LA Times

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