Scientists first extracted nitrogen from the atmosphere and created synthetic fertilizer in the early 1900s; farming…
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7 Ways to Find Food From Good Soil
1) Buy organic or regenerative organic when possible. Paying extra for certified organic food will protect…
How Air Pollution Undermines Physical and Mental Health
People inhaling higher amounts of air pollution are more apt to suffer from multiple long-term health…
How Climate Change is Contributing to the Spread of Vector-Borne Illnesses — and How to Protect Yourself
Ticks, mosquitoes, and fleas have long served as vectors that can transmit pathogens to humans. Some…
How Climate Change Affects Your Health — and How to Build Resilience
Sections in this article: ⋅ Air Pollution ⋅ Allergens and Pollen ⋅ Vector-Borne Diseases ⋅ Temperature…
What Is Food Justice?
It started with a vegetable garden. Ron Finley planted the seeds on the parkway, the strip…
New USDA “Bioengineered” Food Label: What You Need to Know
Once upon a time, it was known as GMO food. Now, it’s “bioengineered.” The U.S. Department of Agriculture…
How Do Parabens in Personal-Care Products Affect My Health?
A group of preservatives that prevent the growth of microbes, such as yeasts, molds, and bacteria,…
The Nature Cure
After taking a stroll around your local park today, you may notice you’re feeling lighter, more…