Ila Bonczek
Ila has a Bachelor's degree from from Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Science. She lives in the Garden State, where she has been growing produce and perennials for 25 years.
Join Ila in the exploration of exciting topics like sustainable living, holistic health, and the cultivation of not just plants, but mind and body as well.
Oops! Eating Chia Seeds Does More Harm Than Good If You Make These Common Mistakes
Forty years ago, chia seeds became popular as a goofy, green pet. Today, people are more interested in eating chia seeds, due to their incredible concentration of vital nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein,...
Death Valley Springs to Life With a Rare Superbloom
Death Valley, home to one of the most inhospitable environments on Earth, has sprung to life with an exceptional superbloom of wildflowers after an unusually heavy rainfall (a whopping 2.5 inches over the course of...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (R) Rosemary
The fresh, uplifting scent and flavor of rosemary has found its place in kitchens across the globe, but did you know that this attractive and aromatic herb has many medicinal benefits as well? Since ancient...
‘Unrestricted Warfare:’ Critics Say CCP Used Long-Term Strategy to Deceive The US
In February 1972, President Richard Nixon visited a China governed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), marking a historic thaw in U.S.–China relations. In the decades that followed, Washington’s mainstream foreign policy consensus held that...
According to Socrates, Creative Genius Depends on Divine Inspiration; but What Does Divine Inspiration Depend on?
Be it literature, music, or visual arts, great masterpieces have the power to transform their audience. These timeless pieces of work nourish the soul and inspire the heart with exquisite beauty. But how do the...
5 Conditions Characteristic of Modern Life That Are Quietly Killing You
It’s no news that alcohol, drugs and excess sugar are harmful to our health, but even if you don't have any of these vices, you may still be unwittingly cutting years off your lifespan just...
Beneath the Sea 2026: An Assembly of ‘Sea Stars’
Saturday, March 28, Beneath the Sea kicked off their 48th other-than-COVID-years-annual expo after a seminar/reception evening for exhibitors on Friday. The Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, New Jersey came alive for the weekend, with representatives...
Introducing Ila’s Incredible Sprouted-Grain Tortillas – Recipe
When you want to put something delicious into an edible package, you probably reach for a tortilla. Wraps, burritos, enchiladas and even desserts make their way into these flexible flat-breads; but all-too-often, they are the...
What the Heck Happened to Home Ec?
How many teens do you know that can plan and prepare a nutritious meal…maybe a handful? Of those, who can also clean up after themselves — including the spaghetti sauce stain on the oven mit?...
Why We Still Need Physical Books
In an age of efficiency and convenience, digital has become our main mode of communication, entertainment and, increasingly, education — yet mounting evidence shows that we learn better from paper. From reading comprehension to reading...
March Gardening – 16 Tasks to Tackle This Month
March is a pivotal month in the garden, with everything on the verge of springing back to life after a long rest. To ensure a successful season, it’s important to take advantage of the last...
7 Ways Sourdough Is Superior to the Standard Loaf
The prehistoric practice of fermenting sourdough to make bread saw a big boost in interest during the COVID pandemic years. Millions of bakers around the world adopted and maintained a sourdough starter — an exercise...