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Instead of coloring Valentine’s treats with artificial red dye, try one of these natural red dye alternatives for cupcakes, cookies and more.

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For 55 years, photographers have showcased their work in the Natural History Museum, London's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

Challenge those viruses with science-proven treatments that could help you get better faster.

Once you have the virus, cold sores can appear with little warning. Here's what you can do to treat and prevent these unsightly blemishes.

These home remedies can help you tackle that pesky poison ivy rash the natural way.

After trying several methods to remove the label glue from the bottles, I finally found the winner.

Suffering from hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia or anxiety? Hormonal imbalance could be to blame — try these natural remedies to get things back on track.

Pesky insects can be a real pain during summer outdoor activities, but these simple remedies ease the aftermath of a bee sting.

From wound salve and cough syrup to dandruff cure, honey comes to the rescue to solve a variety of body issues.

Herbals and natural food alternatives may offer you a chance to skip the pills next time you're sick.

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

There are some ingredients right in your kitchen that can help improve psoriasis.

Most women know the burning, itching signs of a yeast infection, but before reaching for an OTC medication, you might try these natural home remedies.

Though insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, it's a symptom (usually of some form of stress) rather than a disease.

Want to ditch that annoying itch from mosquito bites? These natural remedies can provide itch relief so you can get back to enjoying the great outdoors.

Avoid harsh chemicals on your pet with these natural methods for pet flea prevention and treatment.

If you have stinky feet, here are some tried-and-true natural remedies to keep foul foot odor at bay.

Overdo it in the sun? From aloe vera to baking soda to oatmeal, these common household supplies make effective homemade sunburn remedies.

From ear gunk to constipation, you might be able to tackle these issues naturally with your pet. But first, talk to your veterinarian.

Pike Research forecasts huge boost in NGV market — but there will only be 26,000 natural gas refueling stations worldwide.

Before reaching for commercial pesticides, try these solutions first to keep bees, butterflies and beneficial bugs safe.

At more than 500,000 square miles, the marine park is twice the size of Texas and three times the size of Germany.

Santa Barbara has close-by mountains, beautiful beaches and much more than it's famous wine — but don't skip that part.

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

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

The apple is one of Earth's most iconic foods, symbolizing everything from health and beauty to evil and ingenuity. This infographic explores it all.

Wind energy and natural gas could be a formidable solution for America's energy problem.

Although natural gas is considered comparably safer and better for the planet than other fossil fuels, there are drawbacks.

Meanwhile, increasing domestic oil production (and shipping it by rail) is expected to spur the billionaire's profits.

The school plans to fund a study on the effects of fracking by allowing the controversial extraction process to take place on 8,000 acres in Cumberland Forest.

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A tent alternative for dedicated glampers and design-conscious holiday-makers, this prefab micro-cabin treads lightly wherever it happens to 'drop.'

Vipp, the venerable purveyor of high-end trash bins, gets into the prefab vacation home business.

Learn about the natural world past and present at these outstanding museums

Aging pipelines leak dangerous amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

After studying under Ansel Adams, Rob Decker is creating posters of all the national parks with a nod to the WPA posters of the 1930s and '40s.

Actor urges lawmakers to close environmental loopholes and increase oversight of industry.

Anxiety and fear give way to joy and awe when we tune into scenes of the natural world, finds a study commissioned by BBC, makers of "Planet Earth II."

Skip the abrasive chemicals in commercial teeth whiteners and reach for some pineapple instead. Here are several ways to naturally whiten your teeth.

Are natural flavors better and safer than artificial flavors? The answer may surprise you. Here's everything you need to know about flavor engineering.

Renewable energy will surpass natural gas as the planet's No. 2 electricity source by 2016, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency.

Skip the harsh chemicals and try these nontoxic ways to clean your carpets.

The key to sparkling, streak-free window panes isn't chemicals, clean windows naturally with these tips.

Outdoor summer fun (or work) can lead to the most frustratingly stubborn clothing stains.

Drain flies, also known as sink moths or sewer flies, can be a huge nuisance. Here's how to get rid of drain flies naturally and without chemicals.