- Environmental Health -
Our 5 Favorite Eco-Friendly Straws
By Experience Life StaffCheck out these reusable straws for any beverage.
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- 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.
- Environmental Health -
The High Cost of Litter
By Heidi WachterOur trash is harming the environment — and human health. Discover how to tackle the trash.
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For the Common Good
By Bahram AkradiA new decade is upon us — and with it, a chance for a fresh perspective.
- Couples -
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.
- Couples -
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.
- Travel -
From the Edge
By Yvon ChouinardPatagonia founder Yvon Chouinard shares the wisdom of playing, working, and living simply.
- 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.
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Behind the Scenes With Kimi Werner (Video)
By Experience Life StaffGo behind the scenes with free diver and clean-water advocate Kimi Werner to learn why nature motivates her.
- Food Culture -
Adventures in Sustainable Eating: Q&A With Daniel Klein and Mirra Fine
By Casie Leigh LukesThe Perennial Plate duo shares their thoughts on the people, complexities, and adventures behind the global food system.
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Who’s the Fittest of Them All?
By Maggie Fazeli FardThe American College of Sports Medicine released its annual list of fittest U.S. cities this week.
- Environmental Health -
Increase Your Water Awareness: World Water Day 2016
By Casie Leigh LukesOn Tuesday, March 22, we recognize the important role that water plays in the health of our planet and our bodies.
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#FashionTakesAction with @PeopleTree
By Casie Leigh LukesDigital content specialist Casie Leigh Lukes on her participation with @PeopleTree’s #FashionTakesAction contest.
- Food Culture -
Soul Food, Part II
By Courtney HelgoeAt the threat of the first frost last week, I felt especially noble as I dragged our tomato plants into the garage, under the impression that it might be just warm enough in there to keep them from perishing at the peak of their yield. My nobility turned to humility the next day, though, when… Read more »
- General Health -
How Renewable Is Your Energy?
By Pilar GerasimoUntil we better master the art of cultivating renewable, sustainable health and vitality for ourselves, we’ll have a hard time respecting the principles on which all sustainable energy production depends.
- Nutrition -
Costco Agrees to Stop Selling Unsustainable Seafood
By Experience Life StaffGreenpeace’s eight-month Oh-No-Costco campaign persuades the wholesale club to create a more sustainable seafood program.
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What Do You Really Own?
By Bahram AkradiA simple question from a passerby caused me to reconsider my assumptions about ownership – and redefine my relationship with Mother Earth.
- Environmental Health -
A Natural Fit: Ted Ning
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCLiving a healthy and sustainable life comes naturally to Ted Ning, which makes him well-suited to his job – promoting Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability to like-minded millions.