- Environmental Health -
How Long Does It Take a Plastic Bottle to Decompose?
By Heidi WachterEverything takes time to break down. Here's the time frame for a plastic bottle — and 11 other commonly consumed items.
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- Environmental Health -
The High Cost of Litter
By Heidi WachterOur trash is harming the environment — and human health. Discover how to tackle the trash.
- Environmental Health -
Make Your Own Pumpkin Bird Feeder
By Kaelyn RileyTurn your favorite autumnal gourd into a feast for your feathered friends.
- Personal Development -
Five Wellness Trends to Embrace This Summer
By Kacey BradleyHere are a few self-care strategies to jump-start your health this season.
- General Health -
Acupressure DIY
By Catherine GuthrieTrying acupressure on yourself? Here are four tips to keep in mind.
- Beauty -
5 DIY Essential Oil Blends for the Holidays
By Kaelyn RileyMany store-bought essential oils contain hormone-disrupting chemicals. Instead, try these DIY holiday-scented blends.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Requiem for a Handyman
By Craig CoxAge and (relative) affluence have cut into my DIY opportunities, a development that has bruised my ego but may keep me out of the hospital.
- Personal Development -
10 DIY Gift Ideas
By Experience Life StaffInstead of ordering everything online this holiday season, why not try making your own gifts? Here are 10 ideas from Experience Life to try.
- Family/Friends -
Glow and Grow: Q&A With Hello Glow’s Stephanie Gerber
By Kaelyn RileyWellness insights from a mom blogger who grew her site of DIY recipes to a community of natural-product-creating enthusiasts.
- Sleep -
How to Use Lavender Oil
By Kaelyn RileyThis popular essential oil can help boost your health and happiness.
- video -
How to Make a Luminaria (Video)
By Experience Life StaffThese easy-to-make paper lanterns brighten up any season and create a simple and elegant ambiance for your festivities.
- Life Unedited -
LIFE, UNEDITED: Tips for Making Sauerkraut
By Laura FogelbergThis fermented classic is simple to whip together. Follow our photo essay to create this quick two-ingredient recipe.
DIY Wizard: Brian Brushwood
By Heidi WachterComedian and magician Brian Brushwood shares his thoughts on how using scientific hacks can improve your health and fitness.
- video -
DIY Deodorant (Video)
By Experience Life StaffA DIY deodorant alternative that’s affordable, effective, and a cinch to whip up. Makes about 1 cup, enough for about 3 months when used daily.
- Beauty -
DIY: Homemade Eyeliner
By Casie Leigh LukesCasie Leigh Lukes shares a simple recipe for making your own eyeliner.
- Beauty -
DIY: Homemade All-Natural Bronzer
By Jamie MartinJamie Martin is enjoying a healthy summer glow with this homemade bronzer made of spices.