Author

Sue Taggart

As a child growing up in Kent “The Garden of England”, I thought that every family grew their own vegetables. I would help my grandfather in the garden and loved pulling potatoes and carrots out of the soil. These early experiences have given me a great appreciation for where our food comes from and a discerning palette for fresh, seasonal produce. As an avid reader, writing and storytelling is a passion that has only deepened over the years together with a growing concern for the health of our oceans and planet. We are facing serious issues with climate change and the clock is ticking…so it’s up to all of us to nurture and protect our home planet.

  • Giving Thanks

    by Sue Taggart

    The Eco18 team would like to wish you all a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving. We hope that you are able to spend time today with those that mean the most to you. We also hope that you take a moment…Read More

  • Boning Up on Bone Health!

    by Sue Taggart

    Just because you are not yet thirty, don’t think this doesn’t apply to you! Women who continuously follow severely low-calorie, “fad” or Vegan diets often have the bone health of someone twice their age. It was very disturbing to hear…Read More

  • We Heard You Sandy!

    by Sue Taggart

    In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, we are reminded just how fragile and precarious life can be on our beautiful blue planet. When Mother Nature sets out to give us a warning, we had better take notice. But like in…Read More

  • Four Bean Vegetarian Chili

    by Sue Taggart

    If you weren’t told you would never guess that this robust chili was meatless! So hearty and delicious you won’t miss the meat. Serves 6: 1               yellow pepper – seeded and cut into…Read More

  • Recipe: Apple Crisps

    by Sue Taggart

    Apple season is here and this is a great time to serve up some delicious apple crisps. A perfect, healthy snack and a great decoration for fall muffins, cakes and baked goods. One large apple sliced crosswise ¼” thick, with…Read More

  • Natural Products Expo East 2012

    by Sue Taggart

    This year’s Expo East show was fun and exhausting. With over 1,550 booths to visit in two days, we did our best to see most of the 36% of first time exhibitors as well as some of our favorite brands.…Read More

  • Endive, Shrimp and Avocado Salad

    by Sue Taggart

    Such a simple, quick and easy salad to prepare, it’s light and delicious and looks amazing! Serves 2 for light main course: 2              ripe Hass avocados 2              large heads of Belgium endive 3/4lb       shrimp, cooked, peeled and deveined…Read More

  • Breast Cancer: Prevention and Treatment

    by Sue Taggart

    Each year, pink reminders can be seen on national landmarks and lapels alike, from the George Washington Bridge in NYC lit up with shimmering pink lights to the pink ribbons sported by survivors and advocates everywhere. It’s a very visual…Read More

  • Medical Marijuana – Where Do You Stand?

    by Sue Taggart

    Should marijuana be a medical option? This question raises fierce debate and is as hotly contested as the current political race to the White House. But why? We are not talking about legalizing the use of marijuana for the general…Read More

  • Smoked Trout Salad

    by Sue Taggart

    I love smoked fish—especially smoked trout. There’s a little place in the Catskill mountains that smokes trout to perfection. This salad looks wonderful and taste the same. It’s a real treat! Serves 2: 1            …Read More