Jul 29, 2022 08:30AM
A new study finds that taking a break from social media for one week can significantly improve well-being, depression and anxiety.
The key role that the microbiome plays in children’s health has been documented in a study that links gut health to symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism.
Researchers have found that green veggies and orange fruits can help stave off dementia.
Taking anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief can actually lead to chronic long-term pain, say researchers.
Eating a Mediterranean diet can help to significantly lower levels of depression and improve quality of life.
A recent report finds that environmental certification programs claiming to verify the sustainability of fashion brands facilitate “greenwashing” for the apparel industry.
Rural outmigration is leaving cropland abandoned, affording an opportunity for ecological restoration and carbon sequestration that could lead to a positive impact on the climate crisis.
Jul 29, 2022 08:30AM ● By Rachael Oppy
The Mata Atlantica is fighting for its life against overdevelopment, where deforestation surged 66 percent last year.
The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues called on governments, courts and UN agencies to implement mechanisms to support and protect Indigenous peoples’ lands and lives.
Cigarette butts are the most common source of plastic pollution in the global environment, surpassing bottles, plastic bags and food wrappers.
To better track the location and movement of marine fish in U.S. waters, The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries is using a new interactive website.
Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM
New studies find that nutrient-rich, whole grains have a positive effect on cardiovascular and liver health.
Researchers examined medical databases and ethnic medical books to discover which diabetes medicines were effective in ancient indigenous medical systems.
A new study found that doing the hand and shoulder movements of tai chi while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors.
People are showing cosmetic surgeons selfies to demonstrate their surgical desires, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features.
Surgery often activates high levels of anxiety in patients, but a study found that dancing and doing handicrafts while listening to music the day before the surgery can help.
Research has found that significant knowledge gaps make it hard to predict the scale of the potential effect of mining the ocean floor.
North America hosts about 3 billion fewer birds today than in 1970. The causes include light pollution, climate change, vanishing habitat and pesticides.
A new survey shows that children differ dramatically from adults in their moral views on animals, suggesting that speciesism is learned as we become socialized.
On April 1, Tokyu Railways trains running through Shibuya and other stations were switched to power generated only by renewable sources.
Researchers have discovered that hemp plants can successfully suck per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), "forever chemicals," out of contaminated soil via phytoremediation.
Researchers have discovered that air pollutants can confuse pollinators that use odors to navigate and move around and communicate.
May 31, 2022 08:30AM
Even drinking as little as a few beers or glasses of wine per week will reduce brain volume, according to a new study.
For those that are sleep-deprived, working out with resistance exercises to strengthen muscles may produce longer and deeper shuteye than aerobics, new research suggests.
Studies suggest that neem, a plant used for centuries in India to treat malaria, intestinal ulcers and skin diseases, may offer protection against COVID-19 and future variants.
Nitrate-rich beetroot extract and citrulline have been shown to reduce cortisol levels and increase the distance ran in a standard 12-minute Cooper Test.
The National Park Service (NPS) has cracked down on some recreational activities to better manage the human impact on natural environments.
To both conserve water and generate clean energy, solar arrays are being installed over canals in the Turlock Irrigation District to evaluate their impact on water quality and evaporation.
Researchers looking at all the studies of the effects of fences have found that their profound impacts on wildlife and ecosystems are often ignored or greatly underestimated.
Nonprofit Free the Ocean is circulating a petition to Get Single-Use Plastic Out of U.S. National Parks.
It turns out that the presence of weeds benefits trees and pollinators.
About a third of the bird species nesting in Chicago are laying their eggs a month earlier than they did 100 years ago, and researchers think the culprit in this shift is climate change.
Antarctica registered record temperatures for March of 40.82° F at a time of the year when readings are usually already sub-zero.
Apr 29, 2022 08:30AM
Research has found that prunes can help counter the bone loss linked to fragility in postmenopausal women.
Those living within one kilometer of one of the country’s 100,000 hydraulic fracturing (fracking) facilities face a higher risk of heart problems, cancer and respiratory disease.
Tai chi has been shown to improve balance, reduce falls and enhance the quality of life for people with neurological challenges such as strokes, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.
Vitamin D can significantly reduce the risk of incurring autoimmune disorders (AD) and may also protect against COVID-19 severity.
A megadrought is a dry spell that lasts for more than 20 years, and the Southwestern U.S. endured the worst occurrence since at least 800 A.D. in the period from 2000 to 2021.
Pahrump, Nevada residents are upset that San Francisco-based Candela Renewables wants to build a large-scale solar field across approximately 2,300 acres.
A new study has determined that pharmaceutical drugs polluting the world’s rivers pose “a global threat to environmental and human health.”
A recent report found that methane leak emissions from the oil, gas and coal industries are 70 percent higher than official government estimates globally.
A study indicates that streptomycin, an antibiotic sprayed on orchard crops to combat bacterial diseases, slows the cognition of bumblebees and reduces their foraging efficiency.
The use of huge, specialized kites at an altitude of up to a half-mile, where wind currents are the strongest, are helping to harness wind energy.
Mar 31, 2022 08:30AM
A new type of immunotherapy that enables T-cells to fight cancer cells is proving hopeful for people with melanoma, and a study has found that a high-fiber diet improves the effectiveness.
Mar 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Rachael Oppy
Workers exposed over years to formaldehyde may experience thinking and memory problems later in life.
The plant alkaloid berberine and the probiotic Bifidobacterium breve work synergistically to significantly improve total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels.
A whopping 47 percent of U.S. adults over 30 have periodontal disease, and the consequences can be severe for their physical and mental health.
Poll finds that 82 percent of registered U.S. voters responding would like the National Park Service to stop selling and distributing single-use plastic items.
Simon Fraser University is engaging with Indigenous organizations, universities and other partners to highlight the problems of biodiversity loss and its implications for health and well-being.
Michelin’s new airless tires don’t puncture, so they should last longer, which means fewer tires will need to be produced, thus limiting waste.
The Central Park Climate Lab is a new initiative and climate partnership to study the impacts of climate change on urban parks.
Researchers at the University of British Columbia found that increased farm sizes resulted in a 15 percent decline in bird diversity.
Researchers have found that glaciers in the Himalayan Mountains are melting at an exceptional rate compared to other glaciers around the world.
Feb 28, 2022 08:30AM
Researchers found a reduction in self-reported depression scores in study participants who consumed daily amounts of vinegar.
Aromatherapy with lavender essence and valerian root extract supplements can significantly reduce fatigue that hampers daily activities.
Study finds that drinking both coffee and tea in the course of a day correlates with a lower risk of stroke and dementia compared to drinking either one exclusively.
New research shows that a mere 10 minutes of moderate-intensity running boosts cognitive function.
A high dietary intake of foods containing alpha lipoic acid (ALA), a plant-based amino acid essential to the body’s metabolism, is associated with reduced risks of death from various causes.
The labeling rule for food products altered at the genetic level was finalized and implemented on January 1 to uphold the integrity of labeling claims and increase marketplace transparency.
Most of the world’s organized religious sects contain a doctrine or reference to preserving the environment.
In the coastal nation of the Netherlands, houseboats able to cope with rising seas or rain-induced floods are being constructed.
More than 300 melting glaciers between British Columbia and Alaska have the potential to create 3,800 miles of new salmon habitat by 2100.
The salt used on roads to combat snow and ice in the winter is wreaking havoc on the environment and our drinking water.
A study has discovered that microbes in oceans and soils worldwide are evolving to eat plastic.
Jan 31, 2022 08:30AM
Two new studies suggest that the right probiotics can offer relief for the 85 percent of pregnant women with nausea and for the 25 percent of fussy newborns with colic.
Researchers found that nutrient-poor foods like sugar-sweetened drinks, alcohol, baked sweets and processed meats account for a substantial portion of food-related greenhouse gas emissions.
A study finds those suffering from insomnia may experience significantly improved sleep and reduced levels of stress and anxiety from black cumin oil.
Moxibustion, a 2,500-year-old practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine, may offer relief for the crippling fatigue, brain fog and joint pain of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).
In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, people were sitting around a lot more and getting depressed, report researchers.
A study suggests that our natural environment is becoming quieter and less varied due to changes in the makeup of bird populations.
The source of almond milk, although positioned as an eco-friendly alternative to cow’s milk, may not be as sustainable as touted due the large amount of water needed and pesticides used.
A study has discovered that free-roaming cats are likely infecting other animals with Toxoplasma gondii, the parasite responsible for toxoplasmosis.
A plant has successfully converted sunlight and ambient air into drop-in carbon-neutral fuels, crucial for making air and sea transport sustainable.
Placing solar panels in large parking lots makes use of land that is already cleared, producing electricity close to where it’s needed and providing shade to cars.
Dec 30, 2021 08:30AM
A natural compound called fenchol, found in basil and other plants, may help to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by preventing toxic proteins from accumulating in the brain.
People with chronic heart failure often struggle with fatigue, making simple daily tasks difficult, but a new study suggests that lavender and valerian may help.
Research finds that ultraviolet (UV) light is effective at killing the COVID-19 virus and high-energy particulate air (HEPA) filters can remove COVID-19 particles from the air.
Eating more fiber and produce containing vitamins C and E can lead to lower levels of liver fat, which is linked to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
A study finds that ear acupressure can reduce allergy symptoms more effectively than an antihistamine, conventional medicine, herbs or regular acupuncture.
As a genetic response to intense poaching for ivory, the amount of elephants born without tusks rose from less than one-fifth to nearly 50 percent.
A new report has found that emissions from the plastic industry may be greater than those from coal-fired power plants by 2029.
Researchers and experts are warning that illegal global wildlife trade impacts species, ecosystems and society in unsustainable ways.
The amount of vapor in the atmosphere is increasing, absorbing a greater amount of the infrared energy radiated off the planet’s surface than other greenhouse gases, thus trapping more heat.
A study shows that honeybee colonies respond to infestation from harmful mites by varying space and interaction in the hive to increase social distance between the younger and older insects.
Climate change is affecting coffee’s taste, aroma, nutritional quality, yield and sustainability, impacting farmers’ livelihoods and consumer experiences.
Nov 30, 2021 08:30AM
Healthy older adults that ate about a half cup of walnuts every day for two years gained a modest reduction in low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the “bad cholesterol”, reports a study.
The deep visceral fat that surrounds internal organs is a major indicator of metabolic syndrome and diabetes, but it can be decreased in women by eating an avocado each day.
A new study has found that Damask rose (Rosa damascene) extract can boosts liver function in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
A clear link exists between taking antibiotics for six months and developing colorectal cancer in the next five to 10 years, report researchers.
For women suffering from pelvic and back pain associated with endometriosis (uterus growth), garlic may help.
Researchers report that people that drink sufficient water every day have a reduced risk of the thickening of the heart’s left ventricle.
A UK tech company claims their drone can plant two trees per second using artificial intelligence for guidance, with a goal of planting 500 billion trees by 2060.
A new technique for measuring the presence of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) in indoor air has found them in kindergarten classrooms, offices, laboratories and homes.
A report finds a significant decrease in the cost of renewable energy sources compared to 2020, with solar leading the pack by a wide margin.
Research indicates that advanced wind energy strategies could reduce atmospheric average temperatures of about 32 to 33 degrees Fahrenheit by 2199.
Half of the world's coral reefs have been lost since the 1950s, with 14 percent diminishing between 2009 and 2018 alone, due to climate change, overfishing and pollution.
The Indigenous Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes have reached a historic $1.9 billion water rights settlement, resolving thousands of tribal claims to waterways in Montana.
Oct 29, 2021 08:30AM
A reduction of just 200 calories a day combined with aerobic exercise four times a week produced greater weight loss and better heart health in obese, sedentary adults than exercise alone.
Oct 29, 2021 08:30AM ● By Rachael Oppy
The right kind of exercise, particularly swimming, can help kids learn vocabulary better, suggests research.
A single dose of 100 milligrams of the compound L-theanine—the amount found in four cups of green tea—improved reaction times and working memory of men and women.
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