Plants to Avoid in Pet Yards

Specific plants can be poisonous to pets. Be sure to keep the yard clear of the following poisonous plants to create a backyard that’s both fun and safe for pets. Read More »

Create a Dog-Friendly Yard: Plants, Paths and Play Areas to Wag a Tail

For homeowners with dogs, consider “dog-scaping” with these pet-friendly plants and flea-repelling herbs, thoughtful play areas and other tips for the backyard. Read More »

Beat the Blues Naturally: Drug-Free Ways to Treat Depression

Herbs, dietary changes, exercise routines and other effective alternative therapies to naturally help treat those suffering from depression without the side effects of antidepressants. Read More »

Simple Acts Can Change the World

It’s easy to feel small and helpless in a world full of big problems, but there are simple, daily actions we can take to change it for the better. Read More »

The Fit Gardener: Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body

Gardening can foster fitness, burn calories and support heart health by offering an opportunity for moderate intensity exercise and providing a challenging workout with aerobic benefits. Read More »

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

Make this vegan recipe for chocolate chip pumpkin muffins for an easy plant-based food to take when traveling. Read More »

Japanese Noritos

This simple yet elegant recipe for Japanese Noritos is the perfect make-ahead vegan meal for on-the-go plant-based eating. Read More »

Vegan Road-Tripping: Travel Tips for Plant-Based Eaters

Ways to enjoy healthy, plant-based eating when traveling with on-the-go vegan food planning and preparation. Read More »

Rethinking Fireworks: Greener Ways to Celebrate the Fourth

Most fireworks are made of non-biodegradable plastics and harmful chemicals, polluting the ground, air and water. Here are some eco-friendly alternatives. Read More »

Olio App Prevents Food Waste

The smartphone app Olio allows people with extra food to post a picture online. Anyone that wants the food can respond and pick it up as a gift. Read More »

Wild Birds Trained to Pick Up Litter

A Dutch company, Crowded Cities, has a device called the CrowBar that trains birds to collect discarded cigarette butts in exchange for food. Read More »

Summer Season Projected to Last Longer

A new study predicts that if emissions of greenhouse gases go unchecked, summers in the Northern Hemisphere could last nearly six months by 2100. Read More »