Sara Seitz

Sara Seitz

I'm a professional freelance writer with decades of experience learning about and living a green, clean life. I grew up in Colorado under the influence of three generations of knowledgeable women who knew their way around the garden. I graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelor of science in biology and a minor in English. A year before graduation, my life was upended by an unexpected diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes. Facing the reality of living with an incurable autoimmune disease I left to reflect hard on my lifestyle. While this type of diabetes cannot be cured or treated with diet, I was certain that focusing on my health and fueling my body with clean food would help better manage the condition. As a lifelong animal lover, it wasn’t difficult for me to transition fully to a vegan diet. When I'm not constructing articles for clients, you can find me wrist-deep in dirt in my vegetable garden, hiking with my dogs, or back in front of the computer creating imaginative worlds in my quest to become a published fiction writer. [email protected]

Latest Articles

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5 Best Manual Juicers for Homemade Fruit Juice

There are a lot of manual juicers out there, but not all are as durable and functional as you might expect. Here are five of the best manual juicers you can count on for making excellent fresh-squeezed OJ and more.

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Where Can You Find Nutritional Yeast In the Grocery Store?

Have you recently discovered the joys of nutritional yeast but aren’t sure where to buy it? We’ve got you covered with information on where you can find nutritional yeast in the grocery store and which major chains carry this vegan favorite.

Woman holding large zucchini like it's a telephone

What to Do with Giant Zucchini

We’ve all been surprised by that oversized zucchini hiding in the garden. Before you toss yours into the compost heap, let us tell you about all the ways you can use giant zucchini in the kitchen.

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How to Harvest Arugula So It Keeps Growing

Arugula is the gift that keeps on giving, but only if you know what you’re doing. Keep reading to find out how to harvest arugula so it keeps growing, plus more tips on working with this spicy green.

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Can You Freeze Coconut Milk to Make It Last?

Can coconut milk go bad? Can you freeze canned coconut milk? How about the kind that comes in a carton? We’ve got the answers to all your coconut milk freezing questions right here.

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6 Best Potato Ricers for 2023

Potato ricers are simple gadgets with a lot to offer. Here are the best potato ricers and our exclusive buyer’s guide to help you find the right one to fit your needs.

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The Best Ways to Reheat Leftover Pasta

Reheating pasta can be tricky, especially when sauce is involved. Here’s everything you need to know about how to reheat pasta so it tastes as good as the first time.

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5 Best Substitutes for Caraway Seeds

Caraway is a unique spice with a flavor profile all its own. Because of this, there are only a handful of substitutes for caraway seeds that you can use in a pinch. Here are four of the best.

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8 Tips for Growing Lettuce Plants In Pots

Eating your greens doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. Let us show you how to grow lettuce and greens in pots on your own patio using these 8 simple tricks.

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10 Best Salad Spinners for Healthy Meals In a Snap

The right salad spinner can save you time and effort in the kitchen, while the wrong product can be a waste of money and valuable storage space. Here are the best salad spinners you won’t regret buying.

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Does Sleep Reduce Inflammation?

Wondering if there’s a connection between sleep and chronic inflammation? Here we explore the strange relationship between sleep, the immune system, and inflammation.

Fresh Cilantro

How to Freeze Cilantro to Use Later

Freezing cilantro is a great way to preserve this delicate herb. We’ll show you three methods for how to freeze cilantro and how to use it in future recipes.

Cilantro vs. Parsley

Cilantro vs. Parsley: What’s the Difference?

In the cilantro vs parsley debate, the only clear conclusion is that these very similar looking herbs are actually quite different. Learn what each has to offer in terms of their health benefits and culinary uses.

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How to Harvest and Dry Homegrown Basil

Learn how to harvest this easy to grow herb and how to dry basil using air drying or a dehydrator so you can continue to enjoy your harvest throughout the year.