- Environmental Health -
13 Tips to Winterize Your Home
By Michael DregniWith the polar vortex becoming more unpredictable each year, home winterproofing can help save energy, fight climate change — and keep you warm.
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Migration Stations
By Laurel KallenbachEach year, millions of birds engage in a remarkable feat of endurance as they fly from one continent to another. These six birdwatching hotspots offer the chance to see them as they rest during their journey.
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Subscription Gift Ideas
By Jessie ShollLooking for clutter-free gifts? Try giving these subscriptions this holiday season.
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The Gift of Service
By Jessie ShollLooking for waste-free gifts this holiday season? Try these gifts of service.
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5 Biodynamic Wines to Try
By Experience Life StaffSip, sip, hooray! Here are five organic, biodynamic, and natural wines to suit all tastes.
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The Gift of Experiences
By Jessie ShollLooking for a holiday gift? Instead of things, give these experiences to those you love.
- Couples -
Minimalist Gift Ideas
By Jessie ShollThoughtful gift ideas that don't add to life's clutter.
- Environmental Health -
Zero-Waste Gift Wrapping
By Kaelyn RileyLooking for alternatives to wrapping paper? Try these three Japanese-inspired wrapping techniques and make your holiday more eco-friendly!
- Environmental Health -
Trash Talk: The Recycling Conundrum
By Michael DregniRecycling is better than nothing, but we need to do better, say experts. Here are some recycling facts.
- Environmental Health -
The True Costs of Online Shopping
By Kaelyn RileyWhy shopping at a brick-and-mortar store might be a greener option than ordering online.
- General Health -
Why Noise Is Bad for Our Health
By Craig CoxNoise can elevate our stress hormones — even at levels that do not produce hearing damage — according to a recent study.
- Environmental Health -
Talking Trash
By Elizabeth LarsenWhat does our garbage say about us — and the way we live.
- Nutrition -
5 Root-to-Stem Recipes
By Kaelyn RileyDon't toss out those carrot tops and turnip greens! These recipes will help you turn your kitchen scraps into flavor-packed nutritious dishes.
- Environmental Health -
The Last Straw
By Michael DregniAmericans are the biggest offenders when it comes to single-use plastics, but efforts to ban the packaging are on the rise.
- Environmental Health -
Make Your Own Pumpkin Bird Feeder
By Kaelyn RileyTurn your favorite autumnal gourd into a feast for your feathered friends.
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Collective Effort
By Bahram AkradiTogether, we have the intelligence, potential, and incentive to reverse the bad and do good — for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.
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Let’s Go Someplace Quiet
By Heidi WachterA project documenting the remotest spots in all 50 states highlights the effects of development on the environment and human health.
- Environmental Health -
One Word: Plastics
By Heidi WachterPlastic is everywhere — even our guts. A recent study found nine different types of plastic in study participants.
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A Change of Perspective
By Bahram AkradiWhy taking a global view more often is good for us all.
- Environmental Health -
How to Be a Citizen Scientist
By Elizabeth MillardParticipating in research projects can connect you with nature, fight climate change, and strengthen your community.
- Personal Development -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Adventure Quest
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor tests the waters on a paddleboard — and discovers the benefits of leaving her comfort zone.