What you need to know about chlorpyrifos
February 14, 2020, 4:27 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
This pesticide used in farming is linked to health issues in children.
How much should we worry about pyrethrins and pyrethroids?
January 9, 2020, 8:58 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Flea collars, lawn-care products, insect repellant and de-licing products could be harming more than just pests.
An alarming amount of toxic mercury can now be found in coastal fog
November 26, 2019, 8:48 p.m. by Bryan Nelson
It's likely the problem extends around the world.
Earth's ozone layer may still be in trouble
October 23, 2019, 11:24 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
The hole over Antarctica is slowly healing, but research suggests the ozone layer is thinning at lower latitudes.
3 more reasons you should avoid triclosan
June 27, 2019, 11:42 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
New studies link triclosan to osteoporosis and impaired muscle function.
What is arsenic and why is it bad for you?
June 14, 2019, 8:31 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Found in everything from drinking water to rice and apple juice, arsenic can be a serious health concern.
Why we need to worry about ozone again
May 23, 2019, 11:54 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Remember how we kicked our CFC habit? Someone else picked it up.
13 hormone-disrupting chemicals (and how to avoid them)
May 22, 2019, 12:17 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
Do you know which chemicals in your home might make your family sick?
Going green when it's your time to go
May 22, 2019, 10:50 a.m. by Laura Moss
From biodegradable coffins to tree-sprouting urns, eco-friendly burials offer a way for those who live green to also die green.
Why I don't wear sunscreen
May 7, 2019, 9:36 a.m. by Starre Vartan
I don't like using lotion-based sunscreens, but I protect my skin in other ways.
Thousands of unregulated chemicals are allowed in conventional processed foods
March 5, 2019, 12:01 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
EWG report compares conventional and organic processes.
5 reasons you should eat organic produce
February 13, 2019, 1:10 p.m. by Starre Vartan
There's a payoff to picking produce with few pesticides.
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Coronavirus pandemic creates an opportunity for penguins at zoos and aquariums
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How to eat quince, a forgotten fruit
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20 minutes in nature a day is your ticket to feeling better
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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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Earth just recorded its hottest January in history
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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.
