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Master Your Brain: A Five-Step System

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Brain Education, a five-step system, is more than just developing a healthy brain. It can help you discover what you truly want.

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Accepting Exhibitor Applications for Your Shining Life Expo

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Natural Awakenings Twin Cities (NATC) announces the third annual Your Shining Life Expo, to be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., on November 9, at the Radisson Hotel North, in Roseville. The day-long event is designed to help attendees find the tools and resources needed to create the life they want to live.

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Energy Training & Empowerment for Empaths: Turning the Invisible Visible

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Amanda Rangel, of IntraAwareness, announces a new course entitled Empathology 101, to be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., June 21 to 23, in the Twin Cities.

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East Meets West: Bridging the Gap

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

The National Qigong Association (NQA) will be holding their annual conference from June 14 to 16, at the Kahler Grand Hotel, in Rochester.

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8 Hours to Providing True Health

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Nichole Hirsch Kuechle of My Healthy Beginning announces the opening of registration for an introductory Nutrition Response Testing training for holistic practitioners. The one-day training will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., on June 8, in Long Lake.

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Salmon Sitka Shares: True Wild and the Evolving Landscape of Seafood in the Midwest

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Meet Sitka Salmon Shares, the unconventional company that has forged itself into a 100 percent traceable and sustainable, vertically integrated, boat-to-doorstep community-supported fishery.

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How Traditional Chinese Medicine Views Brain Health

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM ● By Michelle Kitsmiller

Keeping our brain healthy and functioning at a high level is important. The mainstream view of the health of our brain relates to how we reason, learn, judge, problem solve, communicate, build emotional connection, regulate emotions, perspective experiences, and more. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the brain is called the “Sea of Marrow” and considered an extraordinary organ.

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Molecular Hydrogen: A Key Player in Brain Health

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM ● By Dori Trossen

In 2007, a group of scientists from Japan had a breakthrough in the understanding of hydrogen gas. They were able to show that hydrogen could neutralize free radicals. Since then, there have been over 400 additional studies on hydrogen and its effects on overall health.

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Getting in the Flow: Activating Your Vessel

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Nea Clare and Michele Rae have joined together to create the necessary space for powerful conversations to take place throughout the year. Though the spiritual teachers have worked together before, this powerful new collaboration promises something bigger, including free online meetings, an all-day workshop and a three-day retreat.

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CBD Products Available at Awakened Living

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Awakened Living, a leading alternative medicine clinic in Bloomington, has added organic CBD oil to its line of therapeutic products. Warfighter Hemp CBD oil is USDA certified organic, third party tested and sustainably produced in the U.S. to provide a quality and reliable level of treatment.

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Neurofeedback: An Opportunity to Regain Brain Health

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM

Statistics from the National Institute of Mental Health suggest that an average of 17.3 million (7.1 percent) adults and 3.2 million (13.3 percent) teenagers experience Major Depressive Disorder each year. Many people struggle with depression year-round. Neurofeedback (brain training) can be used to address these abnormalities and, subsequently, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

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Thunder and Fireworks Solutions for Pets

Jun 04, 2019 11:43PM ● By Alina Hornfeldt

If your pet gets anxious or afraid during thunderstorms or fireworks, they may pant, pace, drool, hide or exhibit even more extreme behavior. This can be frustrating and concerning for pet owners.

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Green Surfing: Search Engine Company Plants Trees

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

Ecosia, a German Internet search engine, has planted more than 52 million trees in the last 10 years by diverting its advertising revenue to funding new trees worldwide.

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Aqua Breakthrough: Clean Water Solution in the Pipeline

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

Chinese scientists have used ultraviolet light and graphitic carbon nitride to purify two and a half gallons of water in one hour.

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Far Out: Earth’s Atmosphere Extends Past Moon

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

The outermost region of the Earth’s atmosphere has been newly determined to reach out much farther than the moon.

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Baby Balking: Climate Change Discourages Childbearing

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

The U.S. birthrate has been falling steadily, partly because prospective parents are worried about the increased frequency and intensity of storm, drought and wildfires, as well as about growing geopolitical unrest and resource scarcity.

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Revamping Recycling: China Forces U.S. Cities to Change Specs

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

China, a major importer of recycled waste, is rejecting shipments contaminated by greasy pizza boxes, polyethylene-lined disposable coffee cups, and plastics like yogurt cups and butter tubs.

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Action Alert: Banish Toxic Air in Plane Cabins

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

The Cabin Air Safety Act seeks to protect airline passengers and crew from toxic fumes that can occur when engine exhaust, fuel fumes, de-icing fluids or ozone is sucked through jet engines into the aircraft cabin.

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Hopper Stopper: Endangered Frogs Keep Millions of Acres as Habitat

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

Almost two million acres of California mountain habitat will remain a protected area for endangered frogs and toads after a federal court dismissed a cattlemen’s lawsuit challenging the designation.

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Mold Matters: Kill It Naturally

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

Toxic mold caused by heavy rains, leaky pipes, and high humidity can be removed with natural products like vinegar and tea tree oil, but extensive mold growth is best remediated by professionals using “green” cleaning methods.

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3-D Meat: Printer Produces Plant-Based Substitute

Jun 04, 2019 07:29PM

A researcher has developed a synthetic meat substitute using vegetable proteins that imitate protein complexes found in real meat and can be produced using a 3-D printer to mimic the texture of beef or chicken.

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The Minimalist Family: Trading Clutter for Calm

May 31, 2019 11:11AM ● By Meredith Montgomery

Families are happily finding that less “stuff’ can lead to less stress and more time together doing what they value most.

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Just Add Water: Aquatic Workouts for Him

May 31, 2019 11:11AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Guys are jumping right into pool aerobics and finding that it keeps them buff, fit and free from wear and tear on joints and muscles.

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Nature’s Toolbox: The Key to Prostate Health

May 31, 2019 11:11AM ● By Melanie Laporte

About one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, yet the disease can be warded off using holistic approaches that establish a healthy gut and robust immune system.

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Sit Less to Live Longer: Increasing Movement Adds to Longevity

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

Replacing a half hour of sitting or lying around with brisk walking and other moderate physical activities reduces the risk of dying over 14 years by 45 percent.

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Eat More Carbs to Lower Heart Risk: Popular Diets Can Impact Cardiovascular Health

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

Low-carb diets such as Atkins, ketogenic and paleo, which emphasize protein instead of fruits, vegetable and grains, significantly increase the risk of atrial fibrillation, a new study shows.

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Eat Med Diet to Boost Performance: Increases Running Speeds

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

Eleven athletes ran five kilometers a good six percent faster after four days on a Mediterranean diet compared to four days on a Western diet.

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Imbibe Less to Lower Blood Pressure: Link to Alcohol Consumption

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

Consuming as few as seven to 13 alcoholic drinks a week increases the risk of high blood pressure, say researchers.

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Find a Green Space and Make a Friend: Outdoor Colors Increase Trust and Happiness

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

Green spaces and colorful design elements like rainbow-painted crosswalks in a Vancouver, Canada neighborhood made people happier and more trusting of strangers.

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Take Magnesium to Optimize Vitamin D: Levels Out Absorption

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

Magnesium increases Vitamin D absorption in people with low levels and lowers absorption in people with excessive amounts.

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Legal Pot Lifts Junk Food Sales: Recreational Marijuana Increases Unhealthy Snacking

May 31, 2019 10:47AM

After three states legalized recreational marijuana, sales of potato chips, cookies and ice cream rose.

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Norwegian Nudge: Countries Learn from Recycling Strategy

May 31, 2019 10:46AM

Norway recycles a whopping 97 percent of its plastic bottles by making bottle deposit returns simpler, and rewarding participating companies with lower taxes.

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Sanjay Gupta on ‘Chasing Life’

May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By Jan Hollingsworth

On his fact-finding, immersive tour of six healthy, happy countries, CNN’s chief medical correspondent discovered the secrets of ancient traditions and modern practices that lead to a healthy and meaningful life.

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Medicinal Mushrooms: Beyond Buttons and Portabellas

May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By April Thompson

Reishi, lion’s mane, cordyceps and other types of mushrooms have powerful compounds that protect cognition, boost immunity and lower stress – and that’s just for starters.

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Pre-Wired for the Future: Transportation Drives Urban Planning

May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By Jim Motavalli

Imagine, if you can, pedestrian- and transit-friendly cities with new homes pre-wired for electric vehicles and office buildings planned without parking spaces. It’s already happening.

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Nontoxic Lawn Care: Protecting Pets and the Planet

May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Many pet owners know that applying chemical pesticides and fertilizers to lawns can harm their pets, but some “natural” alternatives like vinegar and cocoa mulch can also hurt them.

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Fatherhood's Pain and Glory: We Must Face Our Own Story First

May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By Chris Bruno

To father a son consciously, a man must first admit to the pain and hunger he experienced as a child through his own father’s failings.

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Brain-Savers: Smart Strategies for Preventing Dementia

May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By Melinda Hemmelgarn

Despite the growing prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease, no drug cures exist–but experts believe more than a third of cases can be prevented with lifestyle changes that also may help delay or reverse its progression.

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Salon to Feature Celebrated MN Author Gordon Marino

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

The Oldenburg House in Carlton, just two hours north of the metro, will host a salon featuring the author Dr. Gordon Marino and his latest book, The Existentialist’s Survival Guide.

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Cadence Chiropractic Believes Motion is Life

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

Cadence, by definition, is a measurement of flow or rhythm. It is the goal of Cadence Chiropractic to help their clients achieve fluid motion in their spine and consistent forward progress towards their life goals so they can live a healthy and happy existence.

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Holo-Synchronous Energetic Technology Systems Seminar Event

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

The Minneapolis Holo-Synchronous Energetic Technology Systems (Holo-SETS) seminar is being held July 21 to 23, at the Crowne Plaza AiRE-MSP Airport - Mall of America, in Bloomington. This course is being offered as a complete three-day seminar.

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Pure Dental Brings Natural and Biological Dentistry to the Midwest

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

Dr. Amy Ha Truong is a holistic, integrative, biological, natural dentist who integrates dentistry with a natural alternative to treat and educate patients that “your mouth is connected to your body and your body influences your mouth.”

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Three Days to Change Your Life

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

iPEC Coaching has opened registration for their three-day transformational weekend, Life & Leadership Potentials Training, held at the Minneapolis Airport Marriott, July 27-29, 2018.

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Go Natural! The Benefits of Chemical-Free Skincare

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

If you’ve ever read the packaging on commercial beauty and skincare products, you may have noticed that an alarming number are jam-packed with scary sounding, unfamiliar ingredients. While it may be tempting to believe that the chemicals and synthetic ingredients are necessary for these products to be effective, the truth is that they may do more harm than good.

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Five Reasons to Love Your Lines

May 31, 2018 04:00PM ● By Michelle Kitsmiller

Life is full of beautiful and amazing experiences, all of which help to form who you are in this world. When you look back at life and see the enormous achievements, ponder the struggles and embrace the loving moments, consider how each of those are a part of you. The face you see in the mirror every day—that beautiful face looking back at you—is a culmination of all those incredible endeavors.

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Mastel’s Health Food Hosts Inesscents Aromatic Botanicals Event

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

Mastel’s Health Foods will be welcoming a representative from Inesscents Aromatic Botanicals Body Care Solutions on Saturday, June 23rd from 12-3 in store. They will have a variety of products from the line available for demonstration and for customers to sample and try out.

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Local Nonprofits Helping to Build Livable Communities

May 31, 2018 04:00PM

In many communities in Minnesota we’re seeing business owners, nonprofits, government officials and community members come together in thoughtful and engaging ways to make their communities more welcoming and resilient. There are many such efforts happening right here in Minneapolis.

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Eat Right to Sleep Well: 10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest

May 31, 2018 10:43AM ● By Judith Fertig

Rather than popping a pill, eating certain foods can kick-start hormones that help us get a long, deep night’s sleep.

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We Need Clean Waters: Streams and Rivers Are Life Links

May 31, 2018 10:43AM ● By Avery Mack

Efforts are underway around the country to make polluted waterways clean again and to instill local appreciation for their many helpful roles.

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Peter Gros on Preserving Wild Nature

May 31, 2018 10:43AM ● By Sandra Murphy

The wildlife expert explains why we should appreciate wolves, snakes and bats and what he finds encouraging about an enlightened focus on wildlife protection.

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Running with the Kids: Strengthens Body, Mind and Family Spirit

May 31, 2018 10:43AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Families with children as young as 5 easily bond when they mindfully run together at a fun pace.

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Livable Communities We Love: Good for People and the Planet

May 31, 2018 10:43AM ● By John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

Across the country, cities from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh to Portland are finding fresh new ways to create engaging street life for residents while eco-upgrading their green spaces, services and infrastructure.

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Doing Nothing: Why Timeouts Matter

May 31, 2018 10:42AM ● By April Thompson

It’s hard to take timeouts to do nothing. Yet, when we pump the brakes, we discover fresh productivity, creativity and contentment. Here are tips to reclaim the art of be-ing over do-ing.

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Pets Welcome Here: Happy Places to Live and Travel Together

May 31, 2018 10:42AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Some towns, hotels, historic sites and eateries greet pets with open arms—valuable information for the 95 percent of us that consider our pets members of the family.

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All-Natural Beauty: Health Concerns Revolutionize the Cosmetics Industry

May 31, 2018 10:42AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Half of American women say they want all-natural skincare products, and the growing demand is transforming a beauty industry long reliant on unnatural chemical formulations.

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Healthy Summer Hydration: Kids Love These Homemade Drinks

May 31, 2018 10:42AM ● By Judith Fertig

Kids need plenty of hydration, especially during summer heat, and they’ll happily chug tasty homemade drinks that more healthfully balance electrolytes using natural salt and fruit.

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Facial Exercises Ease Midlife Signs of Aging: Help for Looking Younger

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Middle-aged women doing 30 minutes a day of specific facial muscle movements looked an average of two-and-a-half years younger in 20 weeks.

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Exercise Boosts Good Gut Bacteria: Cardio Improves Healthy Microbes

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Exercising 30 to 60 minutes three times a week improved healthy gut microbes in people even without dietary changes.

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Seek 15 Minutes of Device-Free Time: Why You Should Break Away From a Screen

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Spending just 15 minutes away from a device reduced unhealthy intense emotions in young adults, reports a University of Rochester study.

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Energy Drinks Hurt Youth Health: Causes Negative Side Effects

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Over half of teenagers that have consumed energy drinks report experiencing nausea, increased heartbeat and other negative health consequences.

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Preterm Births Down After Coal Plant Shutdown: Reduction in Pollution to Thank

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

After a polluting coal-fired power plant was shut down, women living 30 miles downwind had a 28 percent lower chance of a pre-term birth.

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Scientists Discover Alcohol-Cancer Link: Research Finds Connection

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

British researchers have discovered why DNA mutation results from alcoholic consumption that’s linked to seven types of cancer.

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Mangoes Carry Health Benefits: Two Studies Confirm Healing Properties

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Two studies have found that mangoes fight inflammation and have properties useful in treating gastrointestinal disease.

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Healthy Oils Improve Good Cholesterol: Lower LDL Levels

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

In separate studies, virgin coconut oil, walnut oil and camlina oil improved cholesterol levels, making them good alternatives to olive oil.

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People that Don’t Slight Sleep Eat Better: More Rest Equates to Healthy Eating

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

People that sleep more than seven hours a night are likely to eat less sugar, fat and carbohydrates the following day, British researchers report.

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Lower Overhead: Green Energy Reduces Utility Costs

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Cincinnati has purchased 100 percent renewable energy to operate most of its municipal buildings through at least 2021, cutting its utility rates by more than $100,000 annually.

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Quick Quarters: Simple Eco-Houses on the Upswing

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Harnessing technology and cleverness, homebuilding startups in the Ukraine, Italy and Lebanon are offering tiny, energy-neutral, quick-built houses at low cost.

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Independent Action: Mayors Worldwide Sign Climate Charter

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

More than 50 mayors from around the globe have signed the Chicago Climate Charter, intended to guide cities toward reaching greenhouse gas emissions reductions similar to those targeted in the Paris climate accord.

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Deadly Cargo: Oil Spill Threatens Ocean Ecology

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

The Iranian tanker Sanchi oil spill in the East China Sea has scientists worried about unknown impacts caused by the toxic nature of the ultra-light, highly flammable oil.

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Eco-Villains: Cleanup Cites Worst Plastic Polluters

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

A beach cleanup in the Philippines resulted in the finding that Nestlé, Unilever and the Indonesian company PT Torabika Mayora were the top sources of plastic waste there.

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Green Team: Seattle Mariners Win Eco-Award

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

The Seattle Mariners’ Safeco Field recycles 96 percent of all waste, garnering the team Major League Baseball’s Green Glove Award for 2017.

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Boston Ban: Plastic Bags Get the Boot

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Joining a nationwide movement, Boston has banned single-use plastic shopping bags, requiring shoppers to bring their own totes or pay for eco-friendly bags.

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Click on a Campsite: Website Opens Up Private Land to Campers

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

Taking the Airbnb concept a step further, vacationers can now rent camp sites on private land using the online startup LandApart.com.

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Rail Trails: Summer Vacations with a Fun Twist

May 31, 2018 10:41AM

With more than 300 daily trains to 500-plus destinations, Amtrak offers a relaxing, scenic, affordable alternative to long hours hunched behind a steering wheel.

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Proven Relief for Shingles: Six Drug-Free Ways to Preempt the Pain

May 31, 2017 11:24AM ● By Margie King

Natural, effective alternative treatments to dramatically reduce and relieve chronic pain.

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Homeopathy for Joint Injury and Pain: Six Remedies for Relief

May 31, 2017 11:24AM ● By Shawn Messonnier

For dogs and cats with aching joints, homeopathy offers an effective range of remedies keyed to specific conditions.

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New Ways to Court Fitness: Racquets and Paddles Get a Sporting Makeover

May 31, 2017 11:24AM ● By Randy Kambic

Two fresh new faces on tennis courts these days are pickleball, a fun mixture of tennis, squash and table tennis, and cardio tennis, honing skills amid high-intensity aerobic action.

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Break Free of Chronic Pain: Natural Ways to Feel Much Better

May 31, 2017 11:24AM ● By Kathleen Barnes

For the one in four Americans that suffer chronic pain with little help outside of risky opioids, alternative approaches can offer dramatic relief.

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Backyard Pizza Party: Grill Scrumptious Pizzas and Flatbreads

May 31, 2017 11:24AM ● By Claire O’Neil

With these tips and recipes, it’s easy to use your backyard grill to make fantastic healthy summer meals.

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Extreme Kleaner Mobile App Now Available

May 31, 2017 11:20AM

Extreme Energy Solutions, Inc., creator of Extreme Kleaner products, has released a new mobile app designed to provide convenience and a use...

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Learn About Clean Energy at the 28th Annual Energy Fair

May 31, 2017 11:20AM

The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) is hosting its 28th annual Energy Fair, an event featuring hundreds of workshops and exhibits related to clean energy. new

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Myths about Travel Agents

May 31, 2017 11:20AM ● By Shannon Anderson

Travel agents are making a comeback and they are doing so in a new way. Many travel consumers wonder, “Why do I need a travel agent when I can book online and save money?”

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A Natural Method of Healing

May 31, 2017 11:20AM ● By Camille Bernards

Quantum Touch (QT) is a very safe and effective way of reducing pain naturally.

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Nourish Family Wellness Opens in New Brighton

May 31, 2017 11:20AM

Nourish Family Wellness (Nourish), opened in the summer of 2016 in the north metro, offers a wide range of wellness services for women and children.

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Open Your Eyes to a New Kind of Treatment for Macular Degeneration

May 31, 2017 11:19AM ● By Mats Sexton

More often than not, when people are diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease such as macular degeneration, they are told by their ophthalmologist, “There’s nothing you can do.” However, nothing could be further from the truth.

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Green Lotus Opens in Annandale

May 31, 2017 11:19AM

Green Lotus Yoga and Healing Center (Green Lotus) recently opened its fourth location in Annandale.

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Duir Massage & Wellness Opens in Fridley

May 31, 2017 11:19AM

Cindy Miller, licensed massage therapist, opened Duir Massage & Wellness in February at her new Fridley location.

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Ginger Relieves Infected Root Canals: Natural Oral Health Treatment

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

A paste of ginger extract slashed infection colonies by two-thirds in a lab study of teeth extracted from Sudanese root canal patients.

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High-Intensity Workouts May Keep People Coming Back: Irregular Exercisers Find HIIT Enjoyable

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Sedentary Canadian adults that underwent high-intensity interval training found it more enjoyable that those who performed ongoing moderate exercise.

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Why Lyme Disease Ticks Thrive in the North: Take Higher Caution in Cool, High-Humidity Climates

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Ticks love cool, high-humidity climates where they can reside on shrub and tree leaves, which explains why Lyme disease is far more common in Vermont than Alabama.

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Vitamin D Helps Babies Grow Strong Bones and Muscle: Supplement for Healthy Little Ones

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Canadian infants given more than 400 IUD per day of vitamin D had stronger bones and muscle and less body fat at age 3.

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Inactive Lifestyle Accelerates Aging: Being Sedentary Associated with Shorter Telomere Lengths

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Women ages 64 to 95 with sedentary lifestyles had significantly shorter leukocyte telomere length, which is a marker for faster genetic aging.

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Healthy Eating Can Improve Bone Density in Women: Benefit of Consuming Low-Inflammatory Foods

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

In a six-year Ohio State study, women that ate the most low-inflammatory foods, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains, had less bone loss in their hips.

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California Wins Cancer Label Case Against Monsanto’s Roundup: Warning Must Be Disclosed on Weed Killer

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

A judge has ruled that California can require the chemical giant Monsanto to place a cancer warning label on its controversial Roundup weed killer.

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Safe and Smart: Clarity for Expiration Dates on Food

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Two food-industry trade groups have settled on just two phrases to communicate food safety: ‘Use By’ to indicate perishability and ‘Best if Used By” to indicate peak flavor.

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Autonomous Autos: Driverless Cars Promise Safety and Savings

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Within seven years, driverless cars will be hitting the market, and studies project they will eventually slash driving-related deaths by two-thirds and lower fuel use by 20 percent.

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Mock Meats: Vegetarian Protein Options on the Rise

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Companies worldwide are racing to produce juicy plant-based protein alternatives that have the taste and feel of meat.

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Pesticide Peril: Common Agrichemicals Endanger Hundreds of Species

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

An astonishing 97 percent of the 1,800-plus animals and plants protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act are likely to be harmed by the widespread use of malathion and chlopyrifos on farm crops, yet the new Environmental Protection Agency administration just declined to ban chlopyrifos.

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Prohibiting Plastic: Banning Bags Is Making a Difference

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

From Tasmania to San Francisco to Morocco, governments are moving against pollution and trash by banning plastic shopping bags, water bottles and even microbeads.

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Hair-Raising Talk: Beauticians Empowered to Fight Domestic Abuse

May 31, 2017 11:04AM

Cosmetologists in Illinois are now trained to recognize signs of domestic abuse in clients so they can pass on helpful information such as safe houses and hotlines.

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