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July 2022

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Eat Grains to Reduce Inflammation and Liver Disease Risk

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

New studies find that nutrient-rich, whole grains have a positive effect on cardiovascular and liver health.

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Consider Herbs from Traditional Asian Medicine for Diabetes

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

Researchers examined medical databases and ethnic medical books to discover which diabetes medicines were effective in ancient indigenous medical systems.

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Practice Sitting Tai Chi to Recover from a Stroke

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

A new study found that doing the hand and shoulder movements of tai chi while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors.

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Don’t Assume Selfies Show True Facial Features

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

People are showing cosmetic surgeons selfies to demonstrate their surgical desires, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features.

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Try Music and Muscle Relaxation to Lower Surgery Anxiety

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

Surgery often activates high levels of anxiety in patients, but a study found that dancing and doing handicrafts while listening to music the day before the surgery can help.

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Deep-Sea Mining is the New Frontier

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

Research has found that significant knowledge gaps make it hard to predict the scale of the potential effect of mining the ocean floor.

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City Lights are Tough on Birds

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

North America hosts about 3 billion fewer birds today than in 1970. The causes include light pollution, climate change, vanishing habitat and pesticides.

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Attitudes Changing Toward Animal Rights

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

A new survey shows that children differ dramatically from adults in their moral views on animals, suggesting that speciesism is learned as we become socialized.

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Renewable Energy Powers Major Japanese Railroad

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

On April 1, Tokyu Railways trains running through Shibuya and other stations were switched to power generated only by renewable sources.

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Indigenous Efforts Use Hemp to Remove Forever Chemicals From Superfund Site

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

Researchers have discovered that hemp plants can successfully suck per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), "forever chemicals," out of contaminated soil via phytoremediation.

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Polluted Air Stumps Bees and Butterflies

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

Researchers have discovered that air pollutants can confuse pollinators that use odors to navigate and move around and communicate.

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Earth-Friendly Hiking

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM

As stewards of the environment, it’s important that we hike responsibly, leaving no detritus behind, respecting wildlife and preserving the pristine setting for everyone to enjoy.

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The Healthy Food Movement: Pandemic Trends are Shaping Better Local Food Systems

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Bob Benenson

A wide range of innovative solutions are being pursued by e-commerce entrepreneurs and food-equity advocates to get healthier local food into more hands and more neighborhoods.

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Savvy Shopper Tips for the Farmers Market

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Bob Benenson

Ways to save money on healthy food at farmers markets while supporting the local community.

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The Art of Doing Nothing

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Somewhere along the line, someone planted a seed in our brains that programmed us to believe that we must earn our existence.

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Flower Power: Edible Blooms Add Flavor and Color to Summer Fare

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By April Thompson

Today’s health-conscious foodies are finding edible flowers to be a fantastic way to eat the rainbow, adding fun flavors and colors to all sorts of dishes.

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Flower Spring Rolls with Tamarind and Peanut Sauce

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Tara Lanich-LaBrie

Spring rolls are a great way to eat all the fresh veggies, flowers and fruits of the season, with different colors and textures throughout.

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Spicy Magnolia Salad Cups

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Marie Viljoen

Creamy avocado, crisp peppery radish slices, quick-pickled onion and a kiss of high-quality soy sauce fill luscious magnolia flower petals with complementary textures and flavors.

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Pollinator Haven: Create a Toxin-Free Yard for Critical Critters

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Bees are declining at alarming rates, thanks in part to neonicotinoids and other harmful pesticides, but gardening modifications can provide food and safe haven for beneficial invertebrates.

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Cool Treats for Hot Days: DIY Recipes Even Kids Can Make

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

By creating homemade, hot-weather treats with our kids, we get to enjoy the delights of fresh, seasonal, healthy fruits and vegetables and inventive flavor combinations.

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