Licorice is something you’ll always find in my grandma’s house. When we suffered from a sore, scratchy throat, she’d always give us a candy. At the time, it seemed like a good trade off to me. As I grew...
Several thousand snow geese died after a snowstorm forced large flocks to take refuge in the toxic waters of an old open pit mine in Butte, Montana. Now BP-ARCO and Montana Resources, who are responsible for the toxic pit,...
We all know the benefits of antibiotics. They can help to cure infections and even be lifesaving. Nonetheless, we often overuse them, especially in situations when it may not be necessary. The overuse of antibiotics can lead to a...
No environmental issue is really separate from any other one. The world is one big ecosystem. The health of all areas is impacted by the overall health of the planet. So when we talk about separate or top environmental...
Cannabis. It's a word that elicits an instant negative response in many people — and it’s one which isn’t entirely deserved. Sure, it may give rise to the much-stigmatized drug we know as marijuana, but it is also one...
If you shopped at Patagonia this past Black Friday, you’ll be happy to know that every penny you spent will be going to a great cause. In a surprising leap of generosity, the outdoor clothing retailer donated every single...
Cold winters bring comfy sweaters, hot chocolate and cozying up in front of a warm fire. Unfortunately, with that may also come chapped, dry and cracked lips. But no need to worry. Here are seven natural chapped lip remedies...
Fresh sweet basil is floral, pungent and readily available in the U.S. You’re probably well aware of the flavor it contributes to dishes, like pasta and salads. But what you may not be aware of are the powerful healing...
Travelers passing through San Francisco International Airport (SFO) might be surprised to see a cute animal in a tutu waiting at the gate. Meet LiLou, the airport’s first therapy pig. She’s there for stressed travelers flying in and out...
For children and adults alike, visiting a zoo or wildlife preserve can be an exhilarating experience. We don’t often run into large animals like lions, tigers and bears in the wild. And when we do, it’s often a dangerous...
