Is sugar itself really evil? Or are we just eating way too much of it? MNN's health writer walks you through sugar's nutrition facts and offer...

There's more to carrots than vitamin A. These carrot nutrition facts that make it a welcome addition to most anyone’s diet.

If you're wondering if you should be eating more plant-based sources of protein such as tofu, here's the good and the bad about the nutrition.

Is oatmeal truly beneficial for reducing cholesterol and keeping our hearts healthy? Let's review some oatmeal nutrition facts to get the real scoop.

Once feared because of cholesterol, eggs are now prized for their nutritional value. And there's more to eggs than protein. Here's why eggs are so nutritious.

Experts say Japan's kids and unborn babies have the greatest risk of developing cancer from exposure to radioactive material.

The physicist says that colonization of outer space is the only way we’ll survive.

The quintessential image of a tropical paradise, the palm tree is much more significant than you might think. Here are 10 things you may not know about palms.

The British Airways i360 isn't even due to open until August.

Migrating insects are usually overshadowed by birds. But a new study reveals how impressive — and important — their travels can be.

Insects are lower impact and could replace meat in the American diet, but what do the veggies think?

Coffee, olive oil and fish are just some of the adulterated and intentionally mislabeled foods regularly passed off as something they’re not.

A one-stop clearinghouse for wind power facts is sorely needed to combat widespread myths about the impact of wind energy. (And that's just a starting point.)

NASA asked the internet for help in choosing a nickname for the Kuiper Belt object named '(486958) 2014 MU69.'

From nearsightedness to bone mass, a trip to the International Space System has a notable effect on astronauts' bodies.

Put down that hamburger, pick up a cricket burger, and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Senate Subcommittee on Superfund, Toxics and Environmental Health will convene today to hear about the effects of everyday chemicals on the health of children.

Site for wind farms is not exactly the type of field you picture a retired NFL linebacker scouting. But Sean Tufts is not your typical retired player. Nor is he

Pigs are smart, emotional animals that have lived alongside humans for thousands of years. In the Year of the Pig, here are some surprising pig facts.

It's worth keeping tabs on some of the super-cool clean tech projects being backed by ARPA-E. Here are some of our favorites.

Two major home improvement retailers in the U.K. pledge to pull gardening products containing bee-harming insecticides from their shelves.

The Brock Environmental Center's 'regenerative' design is key to its AIA recognition — it generates 80 percent more energy than it uses.

Mother's Day crafts. They are so easy to do, there's really no excuse not to melt Mom's heart.

Tennessee Valley Authority announces plans for economic development projects in Roane County, the site of last December’s coal ash spill.

Many American likely aren't aware that the air in their homes and offices may be cause for concern.

The giant bug, Lord Howe Island stick insect, was rediscovered in the early 2000s, and now scientists have confirmed it's in fact them.

A medium-size solar flare erupted from the sun this weekend, hurling a cloud of plasma and charged particles toward Earth on a cosmic path that is expected to d

See if you know the difference between a bedbug, a beetle and these other creepy-crawlies.

The Sustainable Energy Coalition lists 7 facts about the growing green jobs sector.

UNESCO's World Heritage Committee has added 19 new locations to its list of World Heritage Sites and expanded the boundaries of another one.

An all-natural mix that’s wheat-free, gluten-free and made with organic ingredients.

Humans and house spiders go way back, yet we rarely give this relationship much thought. Here's what to know about your arachnid roommates.

Platypuses are odd critters filled with surprises, and a few mysteries.

Like magic, sound waves have the ability to manipulate objects suspended in midair.

Moisture-resistant building products are the first line of defense against rotting and mold, problems that can devalue our homes and cause serious health issues

Anna Jarvis created Mother's Day, then was dismayed how quickly the holiday became commercialized.

Bill and Melinda Gates outline global-aid myths: poor countries will always be poor, foreign aid is a waste, and saving lives will lead to overpopulation.

VOC emissions from shampoo, cleaners and paint impact air quality as much as vehicle emissions, according to a new study from NOAA.

Biodegradable products may not be as good for the environment as advertised. New research from North Carolina State University shows that biodegradable material

It's not what you buy that makes you green, but what you don't.

Sucheta Rawal's Go Eat Give brings people from around the world together through food and community service.

The mosquitoes that transmit Zika virus are wily, but if you understand their biology, it is possible to keep them in check.

University of Minnesota researchers claim to have created a 'perfect' soap molecule that's better for the environment.

CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year contest captures how humanity is coping with climate change.

Sen. James Inhofe is trying to set himself up as a 'climate hoax' expert, but he lacks even the basic facts about climate change in his own state of Oklahoma.

Despite his recent silence on climate change, there's reason to believe Obama might focus more intently on environmental issues during his second term.

Sure, the tax is bringing in money, but will it really make any difference in people's health?

We know photos in magazine ads and TV commercials are altered, but are you aware of the Photoshopping on your friends' selfies?

The BuildingGreen Top 10 Green Building Products were announced at Greenbuild 2011.

The Citi branch in Union Square received LEED Platinum certification.