alt Today is National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:00:00 +0000 The biennial event is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of alternative fuel vehicles. Full Article Transportation
alt Why crafting is good for mental health By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 14:27:34 +0000 Studies show that complex and creative activities like knitting, cake decorating or crossword puzzles can create a non-medicinal, feel-good high. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt BRIGHTER LIVING: Alternate power at home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:28:09 +0000 Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Could your home go solar? Find out. Full Article Remodeling & Design
alt Predicting sales of alternative fuel vehicles By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000 According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, alternative fuel vehicles could have a nearly 50% market share by 2035. Full Article Transportation
alt 8 health benefits of sweet potatoes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Nov 2015 15:45:37 +0000 From taming inflammation to battling PMS blues, it's time to celebrate these salubrious wonder roots. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt The truth about sea salt By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Aug 2017 14:12:06 +0000 Is our sea salt consumption creating thyroid problems? Regardless of how you feel about iodine, here are the simple facts about this popular mineral. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Every single minute of physical activity helps health, study shows By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2019 17:35:25 +0000 Forget the idea that only 10-minute bursts of activity are important. New research finds that even small moments of activity can help you meet your goal. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Baltimore: Destination of the week By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:40:59 +0000 A famous harbor and other natural attractions make this former victim of Rust Belt decay an ideal East Coast destination. Full Article Travel
alt 8 alarmingly unhealthy snacks to avoid By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 May 2012 18:18:57 +0000 A muffin with the same amont of calories as ten chocolate donuts? A pretzel with more saturated fat than a Big Mac? Read it and weep. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Change this one thing to help kids eat healthier By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Sep 2015 19:21:59 +0000 By flipping recess and lunch, students eat 50 percent more produce. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Why is whole fruit healthier than a smoothie? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Jun 2016 17:56:34 +0000 Blending or juicing fruit makes it much easier for your body to access their carbs and calories, which is the opposite of what most people want from a smoothie. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Healthiest eaters waste the most food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Apr 2018 17:02:31 +0000 Americans waste a pound of food per person each day. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt 11 berries to improve your health By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 31 May 2019 12:51:54 +0000 Kale isn't the only super food on the block, these super berries are superfoods packed with nutrition. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Toyota Prius: Latest status symbol for the wealthy? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Aug 2012 16:34:29 +0000 Is green transportation a new status symbol? The affordable hybrid is favored by America’s richest drivers, especially in California. Full Article Transportation
alt Eyes may be the windows to heart health By www.livescience.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Dec 2015 15:22:37 +0000 Examining the eyes is an easy way for doctors to have a look at blood vessels' health. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Strong social connections linked to better health By www.livescience.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:18:26 +0000 A lack of social connection may have a negative impact on your physical health, new research suggests. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Should 'healthy' be a marketing label? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Sep 2016 18:24:13 +0000 The FDA is re-evaluating what the term means when its used by food manufacturers, but maybe it shouldn't be used at all. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Sea salt contains an alarming amount of microplastics By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Jun 2018 22:46:46 +0000 You're ingesting microplastics when you consume this trendy salt source. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Alternatives to using aluminum foil on the grill By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jul 2018 17:23:03 +0000 Aluminum foil may be convenient, but it may also be toxic. Here are some alternatives for when you're cooking over high heat. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt AltCarExpo: Not just for alt-car fans By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:33:15 +0000 The free AltCarExpo will give Southern Californians a look at the latest greener cars -- and car-free modes of transport. Full Article Arts & Culture
alt Why pedestrian deaths are a public health crisis By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Feb 2019 21:27:11 +0000 It's time to prioritize walking over driving. Cities have to change their priorities and start investing in safe transportation alternatives like walking. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Forget hearing aids or hearables; Starkey's Livio AI really are 'healthables' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:33:26 +0000 Probably 45 percent of baby boomers could use Starkey's new Livio AIs or Healthables. What's keeping them away? Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Too much TV is bad for your health, and older people are watching it more than ever By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2019 15:53:04 +0000 Older people are watching more television than ever — about 4.5 hours a day — and more than any other group. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Hospitals jump on the healthy food bandwagon By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Sep 2014 14:39:19 +0000 As more doctors use food as a medical tool, health care providers are making nutritious options more readily available — even farmers markets. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt 5 ways your diet affects neurological health By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 15:44:49 +0000 A recent U.K. case study focused on a teenage boy's highly restrictive diet, and how his junk food preferences led to permanent vision loss. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Are fruits and veggies healthier raw or cooked? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 15:26:07 +0000 Sometimes cooking (and sometimes raw) is the best way to get the most nutrients from your favorite fruits and vegetables. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt If you want the health benefits of tomatoes, keep your meatballs away from the spaghetti By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 19:38:49 +0000 A study finds that a tomato's cancer-fighting properties are reduced when consumed with iron-rich food. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Jimmy Fallon and Gwyneth Paltrow eat Goop on French fries By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Mar 2016 20:52:20 +0000 Gwyneth says you can 'technically' eat her beauty products. He breaks out the fast food to test her theory. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
alt How to make microbead alternatives at home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Mar 2016 14:33:19 +0000 Ditch those store-bought products with microbeads and make your own with natural exfoliants like poppy seeds, grits and salt. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
alt Reports of negative health reactions to cosmetics have doubled in the last 2 years By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 19:24:18 +0000 The number of negative health reactions to cosmetic products reported to the FDA has skyrocketed, with the majority of complaints coming for hair products. Full Article Healthy Spaces
alt How flu virus trackers keep you healthy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 16:36:13 +0000 With influenza's yearly arrival imminent, a vast network of epidemiological surveillance systems is springing back to life. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt 13 likely health benefits of drinking tea By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:46:03 +0000 From managing stress to fighting cancer, tea has many benefits to help someone live a healthier life. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt NYC to clear snow-covered roads with salt stored in salt-shaped building By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Jan 2016 19:08:30 +0000 The lauded structure is bustling with activity as a whopper of a winter storm approaches. Full Article Climate & Weather
alt Benzene and sperm health By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:00:31 +0000 Study links benzene exposure to sperm abnormality. Full Article Family Activities
alt 5 alternatives to talc powder By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 21:46:30 +0000 The news about baby powder, ovarian cancer and mesothelioma may have you rethinking your daily routine. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
alt Transforming global health supply chains through data visibility By www.mckinsey.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 Health systems in emerging markets have not realized the benefits of data visibility to global health supply-chain operations. To do so, health-system leaders will need to take four critical actions. Full Article Public Sector Insights
alt Healthcare Providers: Preparing for the next normal after COVID-19 By www.mckinsey.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 The length of disruption for patients continuing physical distancing remains unclear. However, most forward-looking healthcare organizations may use this time to materially scale virtual health offerings in ways that creates competitive advantage. Full Article Insights on Healthcare Systems & Services
alt 'Granny pods' are the latest alternative to nursing homes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Apr 2016 15:03:19 +0000 Your aging parent may prefer living in a tiny house in your backyard. Full Article Remodeling & Design
alt What's so healthy about nuts? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2019 16:44:28 +0000 Take a look at the nutritional benefits of 5 popular tree nuts, and you'll realize nuts are a great snack! Full Article Healthy Eating
alt How safe is cured, smoked or salted fish? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2019 12:23:02 +0000 We've read about the harmful health effects of eating processed meats. But what about their fishy counterparts? Full Article Healthy Eating
alt The healthiest foods for us are also the healthiest for the planet By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 18:27:30 +0000 A major new study examines the impact of certain foods on both the body and the planet. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Mom creates artistic masterpieces out of healthy food for her children By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 20:06:49 +0000 Laleh Mohmedi transforms her young child's meals into memorable cartoon characters as a way to encourage healthy eating. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt Alternative nut butters are spreading far and wide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 14:39:00 +0000 Predicted to be a hot trend in 2020, the rise of everything butters and spreads has only just begun. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt 6 health benefits of green tea By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 18:28:47 +0000 The health benefits of green tea continue to be discovered. Unlike other teas, green tea leaves are steamed, leaving a higher concentration of antioxidants. Full Article Healthy Eating
alt College students spin new idea for health care By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:00:05 +0000 Rice University students come up with ingenious and inexpensive health care tool for communities without power. Full Article Family Activities
alt What are some healthy drinks for kids? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Sep 2019 14:10:51 +0000 Juice and soda aren’t the only drink options available for children. Here are some healthy drink alternatives for kids (and adults). Full Article Beverages
alt 10 unusual ways air pollution harms your health By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 19:02:06 +0000 Air pollution is so pervasive it even affects babies in the womb and causes long-term mental and physical health problems. Full Article Healthy Spaces
alt Solar desalination makes freshwater from salt water By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2015 14:19:15 +0000 An award-winning MIT team has created a portable, solar-powered desalination system that could provide freshwater in remote locations. Full Article Leaderboard
alt Lamp runs on nothing but saltwater* By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jul 2015 04:44:06 +0000 Developers hope the design will bring affordable lighting to people worldwide who live along the coast. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
alt 7 surprising health benefits of mushrooms By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:10:28 +0000 'Magic' indeed: Many edible varieties of mushrooms are packed with vitamins, can boost your immunity, lower inflammation and help prevent cancer. Full Article Healthy Eating