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A Detox Protocol for Your Home: Clearing Physical Spaces Has Far-Reaching Effects

Jan 05, 2016 03:28AM ● By Margarita M. Cossuto

When we think about detoxing and cleansing, this often conjures up images related to internal detoxification—that is eliminating negative an...

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An Uncommon Bond

Jan 05, 2016 02:42AM ● By Robert Grady

Along the Huntington Hills Green in Shelton—close to Exit 11 off of Route 8—is where you will find the Common Bond Market, a natural food an...

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National Radon Action Month

Jan 05, 2016 02:38AM

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated January as National Radon Action Month. We can’t see, smell or taste radon, but it ...

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Healing Haven Opens in Woodbury

Jan 05, 2016 02:30AM

The Ruby Tree is a new place for healing, wisdom, supplies and gifts. Located in Woodbury, The Ruby Tree is a holistic and metaphysical shop...

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It’s Easy to Be Green: At Home and On the Road

Dec 29, 2015 05:23PM ● By Avery Mack

Simple household and car fixes that take mere minutes can make a big difference in the planetary footprint we make.

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Green Congregations: Faith Groups Join in Preserving All Creation

Nov 30, 2015 11:26AM ● By Avery Mack

From lobbying to solar energy to recycling, congregations are working to care for our sacred planet.

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Fungus Among Us: Mushrooms Offer Pesticide-Free Insect Control

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM

A chemical-free mushroom-based pesticide could safely target and control more than 200,000 species of agricultural pests.

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Shipping News: Early Bird Gift Shipping Saves Stress, Money and Resources

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM

Careful planning of package delivery can lower the carbon footprint of our holiday purchases.

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Dangers in the Cosmetic Bag: Choose Safe and Healthy Natural Beauty Aids

Oct 30, 2015 11:31AM ● By Kathleen Barnes

Made-in-USA cosmetics commonly include toxic ingredients banned in the European Union; a nifty phone app can help us know when to take a pass.

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Recycling Revolution: Global Rise Bolsters Sustainability

Oct 30, 2015 10:59AM

With recycling gaining worldwide momentum, America Recycles Day on November 15 hopes to boost U.S. recycling past the 33 percent waste recycling mark.

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Solving Hunger: France Tackles Food Waste with New Law

Oct 30, 2015 10:59AM

French supermarkets are now mandated to donate unsold food to charities or animal feed instead of throwing it away, generating mighty cuts in hunger and food waste.

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Green Thanksgiving: A Soulful Celebration of Body, Mind and Spirit

Oct 30, 2015 10:59AM

We can make the holidays even more joyful with choices that celebrate life, from local foods and vegetarian options to Native American prayers.

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Get Unstuck to Live a Happier Life: Apply Feng Shui Principles to Your Home and Life

Oct 01, 2015 10:51PM ● By Catherine Avery

Did you know that every room in your home is a reflection of your life? Feng shui is about designing your environment – home or office – to ...

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Fragrant Fix: Smell-Based Pheromones Offer Pesticide-Free Bug Control

Sep 30, 2015 10:25AM

A Canadian firm has developed a safe scent-based product that confuses the mating pattern of specifically targeted destructive insects while leaving helpful insects alone.

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Tree Houses: Wildlife Thrives in Dead and Fallen Trees

Sep 30, 2015 10:25AM

Everything from chickadees to squirrels to millipedes happily feed on or nestle into a fallen or decomposing tree, while its moss and lichen refresh forest soil.

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Greenhouse Magic: Eat Homegrown Organic Veggies Year-Round

Sep 30, 2015 10:24AM ● By Avery Mack

DIY greenhouses are sprouting across the country, spreading the fun and yummy rewards of gardening into unlikely seasons.

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