Should I unplug my appliances and, if so, will I save money on my electric bill?
November 1, 2019, 9:02 a.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Appliances are energy vampires — they draw power even when they're off.
Are there nontoxic nail products?
October 13, 2009, 4:11 a.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Some chemicals in nail polish and polish remover are known to cause cancer, and others lead to birth defects.
How can I safely repel mosquitoes?
August 24, 2009, 5:18 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Vanessa willingly offers herself as bait to a faithful reader.
What's the most environmentally sound way to care for my lawn?
August 17, 2009, 5:30 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
You don't need grass to have a lush yard.
How can back-to-school be less wasteful?
August 4, 2009, 3:24 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Get schooled on how to go back to school in the greenest way possible.
What can I put in my compost pile?
July 27, 2009, 1:54 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
As the bumper sticker makes clear, composting should be easy.
What is ocean acidification, and why does it matter?
July 20, 2009, 10:46 a.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Vanessa dives into the issue of lower pH levels in the sea.
How can I get my pets on the green track?
July 11, 2009, 12:06 a.m. by Vanessa Vadim
You can do a lot to reduce the impact of your furry family members on the planet.
Can I recycle plastic bottle caps? How about motor oil?
July 6, 2009, 11:23 a.m. by Vanessa Vadim
And why are some recycling programs not accepting glass? Vanessa answers your questions.
Do fireworks harm the environment?
June 29, 2009, 10:21 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Those sparkly, noisy, festive displays are an environmental disaster.
How can I start selling my homegrown produce?
June 18, 2009, 3:16 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Whether you form a CSA, join a farmers market or sell to restaurants, you and your neighbors can benefit from your green thumb.
Do you have to modify a diesel engine to run it on vegetable oil?
June 5, 2009, 3:25 p.m. by Vanessa Vadim
Vanessa's car can run on diesel, straight vegetable oil and biodiesel, or any combination of the three.
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Coronavirus pandemic creates an opportunity for penguins at zoos and aquariums
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How other species handle social distancing when someone is sick
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Welcome to Niue, the first country recognized as a Dark Sky Place
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5 surprising facts about orcas
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20 minutes in nature a day is your ticket to feeling better
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How to eat passion fruit
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10 eye-opening benefits of walking
From your heart to your head, here's why you should lace up your sneakers.
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Self-care matters more in stressful times
From sleeping and eating well to taking deep breaths, self-care is important when times are tough.
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A guide to killing germs the right way
The pros and cons of a variety of germ-busting agents.
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How often do you really need to shower?
Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but there are plenty of people who don't.
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Everything you know about hand-washing is probably wrong
Forget the 'Happy Birthday' song. Get ready to spend way more time washing your hands.
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What is mindfulness?
Defining it can be tricky, but once you have grasped the concept, we've got 5 ways to practice it.
