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Tropical Forests Face Climate Change Risk

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

Tropical forests remove and absorb carbon from the atmosphere, but as trees stressed by global warming die and release their carbon, their ability to act as reservoirs will diminish.

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More Nuclear Reactors on the Way

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

The U.S. Department of Energy is spending $230 million this fiscal year to start building two new prototype nuclear reactors as part of an Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program.

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Eco-Friendly Home-Cooling Tips

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM

Here are some eco-friendly tips to stay cool at home with minimal or zero use of air conditioning, saving costs in electricity bills and strain on the environment.

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The Upside of Lockdowns: Air Gets Cleaner Around the Globe

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Kimberly B. Whittle

Despite their dire consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, government-mandated lockdowns around the world have had an unintended positive consequence: cleaner air.

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No-Waste Garden Edibles: Ways to Maximize Your Garden’s Bounty

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By April Thompson

How to get the most out of the fruits, vegetables and even flowers grown in your garden by discovering the edible parts of common backyard plants and incorporating them into healthy recipes.

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Mindful Walking: Meditative Steps for Well-Being

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Walking or hiking with a meditative focus that fosters focus on each step, known as mindful walking, can combat depression, anxiety and unhealthy food cravings by boosting neurotransmitters.

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Kale stem hummus with vegetables
Kale Stem Hummus

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Lindsay-Jean Hard

Plant-based, vegan recipe for homemade hummus using kale stems.

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Daylily Salad

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marie Viljoen

This strikingly beautiful vegetarian recipe for Daylily Salad marries the sweet crunch of pea pods with crisp orange daylily petals and creamy cheese.

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Daylily and Zucchini Curry with Sweet Potato Shoot

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marie Viljoen

This comforting vegan curry recipe sings with the flavors of summer’s vegetables, herbs and garden scraps.

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Strong and Healthy: Five Ways to Strengthen Kids’ Immunity

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

It’s critical for parents to help build up their children's natural immunity. From birth onward, here are some proven strategies that strengthen kids’ immune systems.

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