Head’s up: how to transition your child back to school after a concussion
Returning to school this fall means returning to sports for many student-athletes. Unfortunately, this also means an increased risk of sports-related injuries, specifically concussions. Concussions are most common from falls and can manifest themselves differently in different kids. Symptoms from Read More...
Drinking tea regularly may help your brain stay sharp
Tea has long been touted for its wide array of health benefits, including mood improvement and cardiovascular disease prevention. But finding substantial evidence to back up these claims is more challenging, especially when searching for tea's benefits on brain health. Now, thanks to scientists Read More...
New showdown heating up between oil industry and the electric car
Would you consider buying an electric car if you saw more charging stations around your neighborhood? Utility companies and environmental groups hope the answer is yes. Pushing for the expansion of electric vehicle charging stations would mean these cars could drive longer distances and become more Read More...
Indulge in 40 beauty brands that pamper you - and the planet
Navigating environmentally friendly beauty products can be a challenge. Are glass containers better than plastic if they are heavier and more energy-intensive to transport? Is organic and GMO-free worth it if the ingredients can only be grown thousands of miles away? Picking beauty products depends Read More...
In solidarity with global climate strike, Patagonia will close its doors September 20th
Companies are slowing beginning to acknowledge the need for greater environmental consciousness in their business practices, but one company has been practicing green corporate responsibility for years and continues to put its money where its mouth is: Patagonia. In keeping with their Read More...
Plastic waste could soon be used to pave the roads you drive on
Last year China stopped accepting much of the world’s recyclable waste. Since then, many countries have been faced with the challenge of how to deal with their own trash. In Australia, however, recycling company Close the Loop has figured out a way to divert that trash from landfills and the Read More...
House approves bill to permanently ban new offshore drilling
Offshore gas and oil drilling create various forms of pollution that have considerable negative effects on marine life and on coastal communities whose economies rely on tourism and fishing. When oil spills occur, for instance, they can cause irreversible damage to marine habitats and devastating Read More...
This device generates renewable electricity from the cold dark air
While solar cells are an efficient source of renewable energy during the day, currently there is no similar renewable approach to generating power at night. Solar lights can be outfitted with batteries to store energy produced in daylight hours for night-time use, but the addition drives up Read More...
All about spiders and their silk, one of the most versatile substances on earth
In the latest issue of National Geographic, environmental writer Jason Bittel spins a wonderful article exploring spiderwebs, spiders, and all things arachnid. The intricate webs they build are items of wonder and beauty, but by using this wonderful silky, sticky, sometimes stinky substance, Read More...
Amid the trend of plant-based fast food, Taco Bell embraces its vegetarian classics
As a new wave of plant-based meat hits the fast-food market, Taco Bell is proudly reminding its customers that its menu has carried vegetarian protein classics such as rice and beans for decades. Taco Bell’s bean burrito is their second best selling item, and the chain is celebrating its history Read More...