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10 health benefits of honey

From fighting dandruff and drunkenness to treating coughs and cuts, honey is a powerhouse of potential health benefits.



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5 foods for healthy hair

Here are five foods that will help keep your hair healthy.



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The health benefits of ginseng

The herb known as the 'divine root' comes in several forms that can be used to speed recovery and improve concentration, among other things.



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10 health benefits of lemons

From hindering kidney stones and taming inflammation to fighting disease, lemons are brimming with potential.



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Acupressure: 5 health problems it can help

From headaches to anxiety, your aches can be eased using this ancient Chinese healing method.



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Health benefits of probiotics aren't just for tummies

Research is finding that probiotics might be useful in treating high blood pressure, anxiety, eczema and other maladies.



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Stanford study measures health benefits of nature walks

We know that spending time in nature is good for us, but researchers have now quantified the benefits.



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The surprising health benefits of ginger

Ginger root has been used medicinally for more than 2,000 years, here are just some health benefits of ginger.



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EKG for the planet: New ecology network to monitor Earth's health

How healthy are America's plants, animals and environment?



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'Salt' photos highlight the beauty of mineral minimalism

Photographer Emma Phillips describes the series as "a poetic exploration of and tribute to Australia's monolithic landscape."



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Standing Rock protesters celebrate as pipeline is halted

Protesters celebrate in North Dakota as the Army halts the Dakota Access pipeline, but many of them still aren't leaving.



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Enjoy a healthier night's sleep in this totally transparent house

Just try not to think about who — or what — might be watching as you settle in for the night.




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New copyright rules bring busy replica furniture industry in the U.K. to a halt

The era of ersatz Eames chairs and knockoff Noguchi coffee tables comes to an end.



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5 natural deodorant alternatives

If you’re concerned about the health effects of regular deodorants, here are some natural homemade deodorant options.



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10 health-related uses for petroleum jelly

That tub of Vaseline that you probably remember seeing in your grandmother's house warrants a spot in your medicine cabinet, too.



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Kazakhstan's Altyn Emel boasts deserts, forests — and a sand dune that sings

Kazakhstan's Altyn Emel, a newly named UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to deserts, forests and floodplains — and a giant sand dune that sings.



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Artist celebrates nature and its impermanence with morning altars

Artist Day Schildkret creates morning altars out of flowers, bark and leaves every day.



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Marriage isn't the ticket to better health after all

Some studies show that marriage actually has a negative health effect.



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Cooking with oranges: 15 recipes starring this healthy fruit

How to add more of this healthful fruit to your diet.




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10 kale recipes for a heart-healthy diet

Kale has a wide array of health benefits. Here's how to add this superfood into your diet.




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7 health benefits of pumpkin seeds

From boosting immunity to helping your mood, pumpkin seeds offer many potential perks.




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Cinnamon's health benefits go way beyond a bowl of oatmeal

New research suggests that a gram of cinnamon a day can help reduce blood sugar and may boost metabolism.




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Can yoga keep you healthier this winter?

Try this routine to help your body fight off the coughs and colds going around this season.



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Why we should have little altars everywhere

A simple arrangement of meaningful things can help us find inspiration in our daily lives.



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Mindfulness meditation has been shown to rewire your brain and improve your health

New scientific evidence backs up the benefits of mindfulness meditation.



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Proposed Cape Cod wind farm halted by Native Americans

Controversial clean energy hits major setback from area Massachusetts tribes.




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Inexpensive alternative in beetle-kill lumber

The gradual recovery of the building and remodeling industries is being slowed by high prices for lumber. However, there is a plentiful, sustainable alternative



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9 Thanksgiving dishes made healthier

Use a little imagination and a lot of love to create celebratory fare that even the staunchest traditionalists will enjoy.




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Federal judge halts construction of Keystone XL pipeline

Part of the Keystone oil pipeline was shut down after a 5,000-barrel leak in South Dakota, the pipeline's operator TransCanada said.



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Michael Pollan: Healthcare crisis

Michael Pollan explains how healthcare costs are increasing while the amount of money people spend on good food is decreasing and suggests a change.



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New York City goes after salt

Bloomberg administration wants to see a 20 percent reduction amount of salt in prepared or packaged foods.




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2014 James Beard Conference: Food as healthcare

You can watch the live stream of the conference and follow my live tweets from the event.




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Unhealthy air plagues our national parks, just like it plagues our cities

The air at 85% of national parks is unhealthy at times, report finds, building on a study that said concentration of smog-forming ozone rivals that of cities.



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How affordable is alternative energy?

Alternative energy sources that are cost-competitive with fossil fuels may be closer to fruition than previously thought. Recent studies from global leaders in




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'Inferno' fueled by apocalyptic Malthusian theory

New film, based on the best-selling book by Dan Brown, warns of humanity's demise from unchecked population growth.



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Famed Azure Window arch in Malta is no more

Featured in several Hollywood productions, the arch and its support pillars collapsed after heavy coastal storms.



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A 'Last Jedi' battle was filmed on Earth's largest salt flat

The remote Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is the setting for a pivotal moment in the latest episode of the 'Star Wars' franchise.



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20 household things you can clean with salt

Add this kitchen mainstay to your arsenal of natural cleaners.




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Former salt mine transformed into spectacular underground theme park

Basketball, mini-golf, a Ferris wheel, an underground lake and a spa are just some of the attractions found in this majestic 13th-century Romanian salt mine.




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BP to pay historic penalty for 2010 oil spill

The oil giant has pleaded guilty to 12 felony counts and will pay a record $4.5 billion fine. Three of its employees have also been charged with manslaughter.



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The politics of healthier power plants

A new EPA proposal attempts to limit toxic emissions of air pollutants from coal and oil-fired power plants.




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Short workouts add up to good health

New study finds several short bursts of exercise are just as effective as one long one.



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Your friends reveal more about your health than your fitness tracker

Your social network predicts your health and wellness more than your fitness tracker, study finds.



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Air pollution causes cancer, says World Health Organization

Outdoor air pollution has now been classified as 'carcinogenic to humans' by the United Nations.




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Can a building standard help you live a healthier life?

The WELL standard picks up where LEED and other standards fear to tread.



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10 beer alternatives to drink this summer

If you’re gluten-free or just avoiding the dreaded beer belly, consider trying these lighter, lesser-known alternatives to beer instead.




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Guess the health benefits of these herbs and spices

Sure herbs and spices taste wonderful, but do you know what benefits they provide to your body?




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Sales of Nest Protect halted due to glitch with feature that makes it such a godsend

An unstoppable smart home start-up faces its first major bump in the road: Safety concerns over the Nest Protect smoke detector's 'Nest Wave' function.



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Introducing healthy potato chips

The biggest problem with potato chips is the oil they are fried in, but this company uses quality coconut oil!




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Just seeing nature may curb unhealthy cravings

If you have an outdoor view, you're getting the benefit of Mother Nature.



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