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Potassium: What you need to know at any age

Getting more of this key nutrient could be more important than worrying about sodium intake.




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10 powerful food pairings

These tasty duos work together to pack a nutritional punch.




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Why we should eat crickets instead of cows

'The Good Stuff' on PBS makes compelling argument for chowing down on bugs.




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Are brown eggs healthier than white eggs?

How healthy is that egg? Lots of factors are involved, but the color of the egg shell isn't one of them.




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Cheese may lower your cholesterol levels

Saturated fat-lovers ,rejoice! A new study delivers some good news about eating full-fat cheeses.




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You know it's winter when it snows in the desert

Beautiful photos show the desert in Yucca Valley, California, and Joshua Tree National Park covered in snow.



  • Climate & Weather

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How can lasers protect polar bears from oil drilling?

Polar-bear dens, where mama bears raise young cubs during the harsh Alaska winters, could be identified using laser technology.




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How polar bear cubs beat the summer heat

Far from the frosty climate of the Arctic Circle, this adorable family is making do in the summer heat with a brand new swimming pool.




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Catch a glimpse of polar bear drama in Smithsonian's 'Polar Bear Town'

The new season of Smithsonian Channel's 'Polar Bear Town' will explore the intersection of humans and the 'Lords of the Arctic' in Manitoba.




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Engineering and music: A powerful duet for art and science

These engineers and musicians are hitting just the right notes.



  • Arts & Culture

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Camouflage scheme: Squid glows to escape predators

Video: Learn about the bobtail squid and its interesting relationship with beneficial bacteria.




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How scientists study disasters to improve future outcomes

Video: Teams from the Disaster Research Center (DRC) go to devastated locations to learn more about how lives may be saved in the future.



  • Protection & Safety

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How life thrives on the ocean floor in the dark biosphere

An entire ecosystem living without light or oxygen flourishes beneath the ocean floor.




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Colbert shows Obama how to kick some BP butt

Comedian beats up BP CEO look-alike on 'Colbert Report'.



  • Arts & Culture

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How much of the Nativity story is true?

From the birth of Jesus in a manger to the Star of Bethlehem, the details of the Nativity story show up in Christmas pageants and storefront windows everywhere.



  • Arts & Culture

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Artist's mandala bowls extol magic of superfoods

An art student inspired by "clean eating" creates ephemeral fruit mandalas that are as tasty as they are beautiful.




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9 quirky Easter traditions to ponder while scarfing down your chocolate bunny

How have Easter's ancient paganist roots manifested in this modern Christian celebration?




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How much does a good attitude matter when you're fighting a serious illness?

Experts are divided on the power of spirituality and an upbeat mindset.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Nun shows off soccer skills with police officer

This nun in Ireland shows off her soccer skills in a game of keepie uppie with a police officer.



  • Arts & Culture

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Amish, Mennonites quietly rebuild Texas towns

Mennonites and Amish workers have been on the ground in Texas since August and continue to assist in rebuilding efforts.




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Fabled 'Gate to Hell' really did kill people — and now we know why

The ancient Romans saw 'Pluto's Gate' in what is now modern-day Pamukkale in Turkey as the entrance to the underworld. Now we know how it worked.



  • Arts & Culture

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Off-road: Getting down and dirty in Texas

Most of the cars I test are plug-ins, so it was a culture shock to go to San Antonio and drive the big-tire SUVs ... on Dramamine ... at 100 mph ... while holdi




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How to survive pollen season (without locking yourself inside the house)

How to pollen-proof your life with these 20 tips for seasonal allergy sufferers.




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How to treat a poison ivy rash naturally

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



  • Protection & Safety

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How to remove label glue from glass easily and naturally

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




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How to grow ginseng

Although it takes some time to get the plants going, homegrown "wild" ginseng has more value and character than cultivated roots.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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How to treat a bee sting naturally

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



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How the scent of sandalwood heals wounds

Research has found that skin cells react positively when exposed to the smell, which could have applications in curing diseases.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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How to get rid of under-eye bags and dark circles

Trying to get rid of those dark circles and bags under your eyes? Look in your kitchen for easy remedies



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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How to get rid of spider crickets

With their weird behavior and extra-large size, home infestation of spider crickets is a decidedly unpleasant experience.




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How to get natural sunburn relief

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



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Why you should learn how to breathe

Diaphragmatic breathing is easy to master and good for your body and mind. So, here's how to breathe correctly.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Growing the Nissan Leaf: Inside America's largest car factory

The Nissan Leaf will be produced in Tennessee, in America's largest auto plant under one roof. Take a tour with me on the electric tram.




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Honda CR-Z hybrid now available

The Honda CR-Z is the newest hybrid to hit the streets of America.




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Motivational speaker likes the Nissan Leaf so much he's now a car salesman

Plug-In America Vice President Paul Scott used to talk about EVs. Now he's going to be selling them on the floor of Santa Monica Nissan.




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How fuel-efficient is the Chevy Volt?

Although the Chevy Volt is expected to hit dealerships in late November, the auto world is still waiting on the EPA’s official fuel efficiency rating.




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10 cars I expect to see (and drive) at the Los Angeles Auto Show

The LA Auto Show, which kicks off next week, is shaping up as very environmentally friendly this year, with a range of EV introductions and first-drive opportun




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EV charging stations now on Google Maps

Popular maps that have helped bikers and regular drivers now direct electric vehicle owners to the nearest charging station.




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Nissan's take on a gasoline-powered world

The latest Nissan Leaf commercial examines what life would be like if everything was powered by gasoline.




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The Nissan Leaf's delivery issues: On a slow boat from Japan

The lucky few have gotten their Nissan Leafs, but the company has scaled back its 2011 U.S. deliveries from 20,000 to 10,000, and dampened expectations about a




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'Leaf to Home': A charging system that powers your EV (and then some)

In response to Japan's power crunch resulting from the Fukushima disaster, Nissan unveils a two-way charging system that makes it possible for your home




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Happy days at the New York Auto Show

Even the big cars are fuel misers these days, as buyers with cash in their pockets cast a wary eye on $4 gas. Did GM really roll out a 35-mpg Chevrolet Impala?




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Nissan Leaf: Now available in SimCity

Nissan and Electronic Arts joined forces to bring electric vehicles to the popular SimCity game.




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Oil spill in Yellowstone River is latest pipeline accident

An accident in Montana is the latest in a long and troubled line of pipeline incidents in America.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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'Pipe Dreams': How TransCanada's Keystone XL oil pipeline endangers America

Narrator Daryl Hannah, filmmaker Leslie Iwerks and others discuss the Keystone XL pipeline battle in 'Pipe Dreams.'



  • Arts & Culture

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Is organic labeling a victim of its own success?

Don't let bucolic images of small, locally owned farms cloud your judgment. Our blogger says do your homework and buy local when you can.




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eFarmony: Connecting landowners with farmers

Innovative program seeks to match landowners with people who will lease their land for organic farming.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Growing green: Interview with organic farmer Daniel Mays

After graduating from college, Daniel Mays followed his heart back to the land and has been working to build his own small organic farm up here in Maine.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Can you grow vegetables in the shade?

If you think your yard has too much shade to grow vegetables, there may be hope.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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What's the point of a flower that smells like a dead body?

The stench of foul-smelling flowers attracts insects that aid in their pollination.



  • Wilderness & Resources