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

May 31, 2018 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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 08:41AM

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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Less is More with Natural-Looking Facial Rejuvenation

May 09, 2018 01:06PM

For those unhappy with sagging skin and deep lines but not ready for a trip to the plastic surgeon, it may be time to consider NovaThreads P...

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