Apr 28, 2017
The helium balloons released into the sky at special events often come down in ocean waters, where they damage the digestive tracts of fish, dolphins, whales and sea turtles.
Ikea’s new line of “no waste” products includes cabinet doors made partly of recycled plastic bottles, a chair made of recycled plastic and wood, and vases made of recycled glass.
All of the electric trains in the Netherlands are now running on energy generated by wind turbines, transmitted via high-voltage power lines.
Airbnb, an economic lifeline for many of its hosts, is encountering legal pushbacks from hotels concerned about the competition and from cities concerned that it removes affordable housing from the market.
It’s now legal to swap and collect seeds in California, making it the fourth state to loosen 80-year-old industrial regulations that hamper non-commercial seed libraries.
Apr 28, 2017 ● By Linda Sechrist
Around the globe, women are organizing to bring compassionate, collaborative and consensus-building solutions to critical social, economic and environmental problems.
Apr 28, 2017 ● By Judith Fertig
Soy, rice, hemp, almond, coconut—with so many plant options to cow milk available we need a guide to the pros and cons of each.
Apr 28, 2017 ● By April Thompson
We can be truly terrific grandparents when we both adore the grandkids and nurture their parents.
About 7.4 billion pounds of dirty plastic baby diapers pile up in landfills each year, yet cloth diapers offer clear environmental and cost advantages and even help with potty training.
Apr 28, 2017 ● By Barbara Pleasant
Some of the best plants to keep as summer companions are herbs that enrich life with their flavors, fragrances and beauty. Whether potted or in the garden, these herbs thrive in hot weather.
Apr 26, 2017 ● By Aimee Hughes
“Imagine an exercise system that strengthens the body enough to be used in training world-class athletes, stretches more safely than any form of yoga and expands the core training concepts of Pilates into natural full-body movements like those used in everyday reaching and walking, along with jumping and swimming.
Apr 26, 2017 ● By Elisa Katz
Most veterinarians recommend monthly heartworm preventive treatment for dogs as standard practice. However, due to the life cycle of the heartworm, a dog can actually achieve the same level of protection if the preventive is given every six weeks.
Apr 25, 2017
Roasted Asparagus with Goat Cheese and Fresh Dill Yields: 4 servings as side dish. 1 bunch of asparagus (roughly 1 lb) Olive oil ...
Apr 25, 2017 ● By Carrie Jackson
With an emphasis on flowing movements and functional exercise, many athletes are turning to Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis techniques to increase overall agility and performance.
Apr 25, 2017 ● By Leta Vaughan
Our childbearing years seem long when we are young and dreaming about starting a family, but schooling and careers take time.
The Chicago Excellence in Gardening Awards (CEGA) comes to the Windy City this summer, providing an opportunity for Chicago gardeners to strut their stuff. CEGA is seeking judges for the competition through June 1; judging begins July 1 and awards will be presented in September.
Spring bird migration is well underway, and the International Migratory Bird Day Celebration offers participants many ways to welcome back birds, learn more about bird migration and ways to get involved.
Apr 25, 2017 ● By Michelle Byrne Walsh
May in Chicagoland is about the time we start to seeing butterflies fluttering around the garden.
Apr 25, 2017 ● By Lisa Sullivan, MD
Seasonal allergy generally refers to a specific allergic immune response to any number of pollens and molds.
Carl Greer, a former businessman, has an extensive background in helping others help themselves. He holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, recognizes the interconnectedness of all creatures and feels compelled to serve others.
