12 practical ideas for getting started in fair trade

What is Fairtrade? Who certifies the products? How can I contribute? Today at AlterNativa3 we explain what we've discovered about Fairtrade and give you 12 actions you can take TODAY. My first doubts and learnings about Fairtrade When I started to get interested in the subject of [...]
Why do you like chocolate (so much)?

By Eugenia González. Science, curiosities, and humour to understand why we love chocolate. And discover that if it's Fairtrade, it will taste even better. Oh, chocolate. Picking up the bar, feeling its smooth texture between your fingers. Breaking it and hearing that crisp sound that promises quality chocolate. [...]
What is the relationship between fair trade and the 2030 agenda?

Author: Eugenia González. What are the Millennium Development Goals? Are they the same as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? And Agenda 2030? And you, are you contributing to development? Here I explain what those goals are, what their relationship is with Fair Trade, and I propose 3 actions you can take today […]
Are there any sweeteners that are good for my health?

Author: Eugenia González. Sugar has such a bad reputation, doesn’t it? And rightly so! But what if there were such a thing as “good” sugar? A sugar that’s good for your health, isn’t packed with empty calories, and is also sweet and mild? A sugar, for example, that’s ideal for children. Does such a sugar exist? If you carry on reading, you’ll discover […]
Do your consumer habits promote gender equality?

Author: Eugenia González. Do you know the Sufi tale of the two dogs? A man had two dogs: the good dog and the bad dog. And he discovered one thing: if he only fed the good dog, the bad dog would weaken. I.e., every day there is the option to feed one dog or the o[ther]
How to bring Fair Trade into your work

You have ideals that you practise in your daily life. You buy organic products, you try to choose Fair Trade products. But sometimes you feel there is a disconnect between what you do at home and what happens in your workplace. Whether you are a business owner or a member of staff, here […]
Christmas without waste

Author: Eugenia González. Enjoying Christmas and at the same time practising responsible consumption, Fair Trade and Zero Waste seems impossible. But... is it? Here I explain another way to celebrate the holidays. Christmas, one more year. It makes you enthusiastic, it's a special time. But at the same time there are so many things that [...]
How much coffee can I drink each day?

Is coffee a healthy drink? What daily amount do health professionals recommend? Which type will suit me best? In this post, you'll find all the answers you need to enjoy this special delicacy. I love coffee, but sometimes I read information that makes me doubt. Is it really a drink [...]
Recipe for hazelnut biscuits with chocolate border

Today we bring you a recipe for hazelnut cookies with a chocolate edge, following the step-by-step guide by @drabeatiful. Perfect for breakfast and for a snack, these cookies have a texture similar to that of butter cookies that you'll love! Is everything ready? Let's get started! Ingredients 90 g almond flour 60 […]
Cocoa cultivation and child exploitation

Author: Eugenia González. It is highly probable that some of the products you regularly consume encourage child exploitation and slavery. Are you aware of this? Here I will tell you the keys to avoid this situation and encourage change. What message do you send with your consumption habits? Someone once told me that every time I [...]