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Why I don't wear sunscreen

Thu, May 17, 2012 4:52 PM
by Starre Vartan
I don't like using lotion-based sunscreens, but I protect my skin in other ways.

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New study finds link between a sugar cravings and alcoholism
Fri, Feb 12, 2010 2:59 PM by Jeffrey Davis
Everyone loves a sweet treat every now and then, but new research shows that an abnormally strong sweet tooth in children may be a precursor to alcoholism.
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Botox delays users from feeling bad emotions
Fri, Feb 12, 2010 11:46 AM by Katherine Butler
New research suggests Botox injections may hinder a patient's recognition of anger, sadness.
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Biodynamic wine: Not just for hippies
Wed, Feb 10, 2010 6:08 PM by Siel Ju
Many people still don't know what biodynamic means, but wines grown biodynamically are popular with the experts.
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Gardein's GMO-free vegan food
Tue, Feb 09, 2010 3:30 PM by Siel Ju
Vegan chef Tal Ronnen recommends cooking with Gardein, but MNN's lifestyle blogger prefers organic eggs and tofu.
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Chicken vs. 'Chickin': Are fake meats green?
Tue, Feb 09, 2010 1:49 PM by Siel Ju
One study finds some vegan protein products don't have significantly greener footprints than their meatier counterparts.
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Plastic in the microwave: Is BPA in your frozen dinner?
Mon, Feb 08, 2010 3:14 PM by Siel Ju
Concerns about BPA and phthalates have more people worried about heating plastics in the microwave.
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What health hazards lurk in your cleaning products?
Fri, Feb 05, 2010 8:39 PM by Siel Ju
Environmental groups begin their fight in court for full disclosure of ingredients in cleaning products.
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Fragrance's musky secret
Fri, Feb 05, 2010 1:30 PM by Siel Ju
A fragrance industry group reveals its members' products contain hormone disruptors and toxic chemicals.
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Stop complaining and share what makes you optimistic in 2010
Thu, Feb 04, 2010 5:19 PM by Siel Ju
Angry about global warming, deforestration and every other environmental issue? Take an afternoon break from the bitterness.
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12 Olympic athletes who want to save the planet
Thu, Feb 04, 2010 5:31 AM by Julie Knapp
Even with hours of rigorous training daily, many top Olympic athletes find time to help the environment, too.
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The 7 worst neighborhoods near refineries
Wed, Feb 03, 2010 12:40 PM by Shea Gunther
Oil refineries provide one of the building blocks of modern life, but they belch all kinds of pollution in the process.
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Wicked new toothpaste from Tom's of Maine
Tue, Feb 02, 2010 12:46 PM by Siel Ju
MNN's lifestyle blogger brushes up with Tom's of Maine's new Wicked Fresh toothpastes.
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Trader Joe's recycled juice bottles
Mon, Feb 01, 2010 6:01 PM by Siel Ju
Both Trader Joe's and Naked Juice now use 32-ounce juice bottles made with 100 percent recycled materials.
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Doctors shocked by 7-year-old's stroke

Mon, Feb 01, 2010 1:48 PM

Video: Jared Dienst, along with parents and NBC's chief medical editor, Nancy Snyderman, speak with TODAY's Matt Lauer about the difficulties of diagnosing a child who is suffering from a stroke.
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Simple life can make you healthier, happier

Mon, Feb 01, 2010 1:25 PM

Video: Inspired by her recent assignment in devastated Haiti, NBC's chief medical editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman explains the power of simplicity to TODAY's Matt Lauer.
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