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Hawaiian Bees Are First to Be Designated as Endangered
Federal protections have been given to seven bee species in the hopes their populations will rebound.
Healthy on the Inside
The Mayo Clinic and a New York design firm are collaborating to explore the relationship between built environments and our health.
How to Make a Bee Bath
You’ll make a splash with local pollinators by placing this watering hole in your garden.
White House Announces New Microbiome Initiative
The Obama Administration answers the call for a broader study of healthy microbial communities.
Revolutionary Act 21: Keep Your Body Clean, Inside and Out
Toxins, poisons, and other gunk have no place in the temple. Avoid artificial flavors, preservatives, colors, fragrances, petrochemicals, and other toxic ingredients whenever possible.
Leading Pesticide Company to Nix Toxic Neonicotinoids
Backyard gardeners will soon be able to protect their plants — and the bees that pollinate them.
DIY Wizard: Brian Brushwood
Comedian and magician Brian Brushwood shares his thoughts on how using scientific hacks can improve your health and fitness.
The Trouble with Small Beads in Toothpaste
How you can steer clear of cosmetic microbeads to safeguard our environment — and your own well-being.
Seeing the Bigger Picture: A Conversation With Neil Blumenthal
The cofounder and co-CEO of Warby Parker shares how his eyewear and lifestyle brand is aiming to transform the optical industry and do good in the world.
Revolutionary Act 15: Raise Your Sights
Don’t get sucked in by obsessions with six-pack abs and buns of steel. Don’t play “compare the bodies.” Fulfill your best-self vision.
ReWild (Video)
Our city-dwelling staff writer takes a walk on the wild side to connect with nature and herself.
As Food Industry Ditches BPA, Questions Emerge About Alternatives
Several food giants are gradually shifting away from BPA, but the alternatives may not be much better.
Take a Chance
Gambling is a fool’s game, but there are some things worth taking a chance on — namely, you!
Bicycling Values: The Cost of Car vs. Bike Commutes
A new study finds that it’s six times more costly to travel by car than bicycle.
5 Chemicals in Lawn Fertilizer You Want to Avoid
Tips to keep your lawn healthier this year.
Behind the Scenes With Robin Emmons (Video)
Hear from Sow Much Good founder Robin Emmons about how she’s working to make fresh, affordable food available to everyone.
27 Simple Ways to Embrace the Green Hour
A daily dose of nature can improve your health and well-being. Here are ways Experience Life readers and staff get more green time in their day.
Seeds of Change: Robin Emmons
Robin Emmons is creating gardens from food deserts and empowering Charlotte’s impoverished communities to feed themselves.
The Do-Good Traveler
Roll up your sleeves and make a difference with voluntourism.
Why Anti-Odor Clothes Stink
Why you may want to avoid anti-odor clothes, and alternatives for lessening the stink.
How Heavy Metals Affect the Body
Mercury in fish and dental fillings. Lead in old paint. Cadmium and arsenic in industrial wastes. There’s a lot of talk about heavy-metal toxins these days. But how worried should you be, really? And what can you do to protect yourself?