Froglog helps critters escape the pool
December 30, 2009, 1:20 p.m. by Carrie Madren
Concern over chlorine poisoning moves wildlife biologist to create contraption.
Wise up your energy usage with smart meters
December 28, 2009, 8 a.m. by Carrie Madren
Digital devices help homeowners, businesses dial back usage during peak hours, when transmission lines are overloaded.
Solar tubes help milk daylight
December 21, 2009, 5:11 a.m. by Carrie Madren
Solar light tubes, which are becoming more popular in green building plans, have an edge over traditional skylights for a handful of reasons.
Picking apples: Everything you need to know
September 29, 2009, 2:09 p.m. by Carrie Madren
Now's the time to get to a local apple orchard and pick out some delicious fruit for pies, applesauce and eating plain. Plus: Check out our guide to apple varieties.
Destination of the Week: Annapolis, Md.
July 18, 2009, 5:01 a.m. by Carrie Madren
Beyond its claim as sailing capital of the world, Annapolis has grown into the environmental hub of the Chesapeake Bay region.
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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.
