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April 2021

Curcumin supplements for heart health
Consider Curcumin and Nano-Curcumin for Heart Health

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

Curcumin and nano-curcumin can improve cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL-C levels, boost antioxidant levels, superoxide dismutase and glutathione, and reduce C-reactive protein levels.

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Mediterranean diet food guideline chart
Keep Off Junk Foods for Cognitive Wellness

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

Study finds that individuals who follow the Mediterranean diet are cognitively 5.8 years younger than those who regularly cheat on heathy eating.

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Man holding chest from experiencing heartburn symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux
Make Lifestyle Changes to Ease Reflux

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

Harvard University researchers have found that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) symptoms can be reduced by adopting five lifestyle strategies.

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B12 and Prenatal Supplements Gain Official Nod

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

In updated dietary guidelines, the U.S.D.A. and the Department of Health and Human Services have endorsed the specific use of certain supplements, particularly prenatal vitamins and B12.

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Earth rising sea levels preservation
Nations Band Together to Preserve One-Third of the Planet

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

More than 50 countries have united as the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People (HAC 30x30), avowing to preserve 30 percent of the planet’s land and oceans by 2030.

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Deforestation in changing climate
Deforestation Alert System Mitigates Climate Change

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

Global Forest Watch, a free application, uses satellite imaging to detect and alert deforestation activities, a key factor of increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide and climate change.

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Access Expanded for Scientific Papers

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

An open-access project, called Plan S, recently began requiring that scholarly papers published from the work they fund be made immediately available for public reading at no charge.

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Pelican in wildlife refuge
National Wildlife Refuges are Overwhelmed and Understaffed

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

The National Wildlife Refuge System is facing crumbling infrastructure, maintenance needs, lack of resources, staffing cuts and chronic underfunding.

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Discarded disposable face masks recycled, reused or repurposed
Discarded Safety Gear Used to Build Highways

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

Researchers have formulated a new road-making material comprised of a mix of shredded single-use face masks and processed building rubble designed to meet civil engineering safety standards.

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Organic vegetables for sale
Protecting the Organic Marketplace

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

While demand and activity around organic products is rising, the challenge is to safeguard standards from large corporations that buy up organic brands and try to weaken USDA requirements.

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Planted tree to combat rising temperatures and climate change
The Benefits of Planting Trees: More Foliage Means Lower Temperatures

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

The restoration of trees is among the most effective strategies for climate change mitigation. Here are some ways to take action against deforestation and support the planting of trees.

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Earth Day April 22
Celebrate Earth Day 2021 Virtually

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still many ways to participate in the 51st anniversary of the global environmental movement known as Earth Day.

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Satellite image of a warming planet Earth from climate change
Climate Change and Our Health: The Human Costs of a Warming Planet

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

The warming of the planet poses immediate dire consequences for human health. Here are ways to prepare, adapt and mobilize for climate change to build resilient, thriving communities.

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Woman opening up window to let fresh air into home with plant and air purifier for detoxing
Healthy Home: How to Detoxify a Living Space

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Yvette Hammett

Ways to detox our homes by purging them of toxins—gases, inhalants or fumes—in the indoor air, cleaners, kitchenware and water that may be contributing to a harmful environment.

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Woman holding bundle of leafy greens to detox her diet
Spring Cleaning the Body: Simple Ways to Detox Naturally

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By April Thompson

Shake off the sluggishness of winter and jumpstart new healthy habits by “spring cleaning” the body with these healthy detox and cleanse diet tips.

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Glass of sweet mango smoothie
Sweet Mango Smoothie

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Kaitlyn Noble

Sweet fruit pairs with spinach for an extra dose of fiber, vitamins and super-green-detoxifying antioxidants to make a delicious, healthy version of a mango smoothie.

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Bowl of vegetable yum soup
Vegetable Yum Soup

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Russell Jaffe

This soup recipe helps provide the body with nutrient- and fiber-rich vegetables in an easy-to-digest format, while the broth helps supply water for detoxification and a sense of satiety.

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Eco-friendly athletes drinking from sustainable, green water bottles after working out
Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Professional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action.

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Kids playing outside in the woods, climbing trees and enjoying nature
Nature to the Rescue: Kids Come Alive Outdoors

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Take the entire family exploring outdoors with these fun ideas to get children actively involved with nature in ways that open their senses while also moving their bodies.

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Family hiking outdoors in the trees exploring nature
Family Time in the Woods

Mar 31, 2021 08:30AM ● By Ronica O’Hara

Prominent nature writer Richard Louv offers ways for families and communities to connect to the natural world.

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