Label GMOs: Whole Foods Supports Americans’ Right to Know

Whole Foods Market has become the first company in the industry to decide that all products containing genetically modified organisms (GMO) in its U.S. and Canadian stores must be so labeled by 2018. Read More »

Thrifty Threads: Levi’s Latest Sustainable Moves

The company’s new jeans contain recycled plastics, and the firm is sourcing eco-friendly cotton from the Better Cotton Imitative. Read More »

Survival Alert: Join America’s Start Saving Water Now Challenge

America, like most of the rest of the world, is running short of fresh water. “We can do better” is the urgent message of the 2013 National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Read More »

Better Barters: Swapping Trash for Fresh Produce

In Mexico City’s innovative monthly Mercado del Trueque (barter market) residents can trade trash for fresh produce. Read More »

Silver Lining: Cleaning Up the Cloud

“Cloud” data centers use about 2 percent of all electricity in the nation, but up to 90 percent of the energy is sometimes wasted. A new initiative aims to reward Internet firms that take some of their heat-producing, energy-hungry servers offline. Read More »

Cool Tool: New Calculations for Polar Ice

Past studies have shown a conflicting range of ice losses, from zero to catastrophic. Learn what the latest analysis of the data suggests. Read More »

Detecting Disease: Liver and Adrenal Issues Share Symptoms

Regular laboratory testing allows for early diagnosis and treatment of these serious conditions. Combining conventional therapies with natural remedies usually results in successful outcomes. Read More »

Earth Music: Saving Nature’s Wild Symphony

We are part of a single, fragile biological system, and the whisper of every leaf and creature’s song implores us to love and care for the delicate biophony that was the first music our species ever heard. Read More »

Coffee and Vision Loss Linked: Possible Side Effects with a Cup of Joe

Preliminary research suggests that heavy consumption of the caffeinated beverage may increase the risk of developing exfoliation glaucoma, a condition that can lead to vision loss. Read More »

Turmeric Acts Against Cancer: One Powerful Spice

A favored seasoning throughout history, the pungent spice can also restrict the formation of metastases and help keep prostate cancer in check. Read More »

A Bus Pass to Green Well-Being: Improve Your Health and the Planet's

A UK study found that British seniors using free bus passes were also more likely to walk or cycle frequently, which may increase fitness and social interactions. Read More »

Getting the Lead Out: New "Action Level" for Exposure in Children

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently redefined the “action level” for lead exposure in children. Read More »

How Does Your Garden Glow?: Chemicals and Heavy Metals Found in Gardening Tools

Gardening can be a healthy pastime… as long as toxic tools aren’t involved. Follow these tips for safer planting. Read More »

Keystone XL Fight: Protesters Rally Again Against Tar Sands Pipeline

Thousands of citizens have rallied at the White House, calling on President Obama to honor his clean energy campaign promises and reject the proposed Keystone XL Pipeline. Read More »

Nordic Order: Sweden Running Out of Garbage

The nation’s recycling program is so successful—only 4 percent of its waste ends up in landfills—that it now imports tons of trash from European neighbors to run incinerators that create heat and electricity. Read More »

Online Literacy: Students Learning to Adopt Internet Academics

According to a Pew Research Center survey, the Internet has opened up a vast world of information for today’s students, but digital literacy skills need improvement. Read More »

A Diet for Healthy Bones: A Reason to Go Mediterranean

The first randomized study of its type identifies which type of healthy diet may be associated with increased serum levels of osteocalcin, a protein vital to bone formation. Read More »

Park It Here: Exploring America’s National Treasures

Family trips to our national parks offer affordable, accessible, fun adventures that link us with nature and strengthen our commitment to appreciate and care for priceless resources. Read More »

Healing the Ecosystem Within: A Conversation with Bioneers Co-Founder Nina Simons

The co-editor of Moonrise: The Power of Women Leading from the Heart, talks with Natural Awakenings about the role each of us plays today in creating a more sustainable tomorrow. Read More »

Going Electric: Tech Advances May Drive Eco-Transportation Mainstream

Clean and sustainable mobility is within reach, and the pioneering policies of local governments can help accelerate the transition from gas-powered to electric and hybrid vehicles. Read More »

Picture Perfect: From athletes to astronauts, mental imagery boosts performance.

Using imagery and positive self-talk can increase the confidence and improve the efforts of any type of athlete, from amateur to elite. Such gains also advance overall well-being. Read More »

Gas Saver: Keep Bucks in Your Pocket at the Pump

Drivers have many ways to save money by coaxing more miles per gallon from their vehicle. It’s easy to adopt some simple driving and maintenance habits. Read More »

Household Cleanse: Banish these Five Chemicals for a Domestic Detox

Allergies, asthma, lung cancer and heart problems have all been linked to poor indoor air quality. Here’s how to rid the family home of the top five common household toxins. Read More »

The Next Level: Education for a More Sustainable World

Transformational learning allows students to experience the connectedness of the global community through the lens of economic, social and environmental challenges. Read More »

Honoring Earth Day: Go Green at Parks and Other Community Events

This year’s National Park Week, from April 20 to 28, centered around Earth Day, offers free admission to all 398 national parks from April 22 to 26. Earth Day’s 43rd anniversary celebrations include a host of local events to help citizens of all ages join in the next “billion acts of green,” aligned with the theme: The Face of Climate Change. Read More »

Eating Ecology: Daily Decisions Make a Difference

How we choose, prepare, cook, serve and preserve our food can improve nutrition, weight loss, cost savings and the environment. Read More »