Sustainability

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How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke

Wildfires are on the rise and, with them, the dangers of toxic smoke exposure. Here’s what you need to know.

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

General Health Sustainability

The Mittens and Merrick Buttes in Tse’Bii’Ndzisgaii (Monument Valley) Navajo Tribal Park in the Navajo Nation.

How to Be a Respectful Visitor to Native Lands

Guidance for being a conscientious visitor when touring Native sites.

By Kate Nelson

Inclusive Wellness Sustainability

What Does It Mean to Decolonize Conservation?

Why today’s conservation efforts require Indigenous wisdom to bridge the gap between Western science and traditional ecological knowledge.

By Kate Nelson

Inclusive Wellness Sustainability

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How Air Pollution Damages Cognitive Function

The air you breathe may be harming more than your lungs, according to a recent study.

By Craig Cox

Brain Health Sustainability

an energy plant spewing smoke by a river under a bright blue sky

The Environmental Consequences of AI

That quick search costs more than you realize. Here's what to know.

By Michael Dregni

Mindful Technology Sustainability

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The Art of Using Kitchen Scraps

Tips to reduce waste, increase your kitchen creativity, and give new life to veggie peels, citrus rinds, and more.

By Adam Meyer

Home/Living Sustainability

How Pocket Forests Are Bringing Nature and Better Health to Urban Communities

The Life Time Foundation is helping bring biodiverse forests to urban communities to support both planetary and human health.

By Tina Nguyen

Community Relationships

photo collage: image 1 - woman blowing nose, image 2 - outside thermometer

Why Seasonal Allergies Are Getting Worse — and What You Can Do About It

Climate change is extending the duration of the allergy season, but these key nutrients and natural allergy remedies can help you build resilience and manage symptoms.

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

Allergies Specific Health Conditions

2025: A Year of Progress for the Life Time Foundation

How Life Time’s nonprofit made a difference for youth nutrition, youth movement, and a healthy planet — and what they’re planning for the year ahead, as well as how you can get involved.

By Tina Nguyen

Community Family/Parenting/Kids

7 Ways to Help Your Body Manage Microplastics

Learn how to avoid microplastics and reduce your body’s overall microplastic load.

By Michael Dregni

General Health Sustainability

Environmental Working Group (EWG) Releases 2025 “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” Lists

Here are the most contaminated — and cleanest — fruits and veggies.

By Arielle Patin

Cooking & Food Nutrition Tips

What to Do With Your Loved One’s Cremains

Coping with loss is hard enough. Deciding how to honor your loved one’s cremains can be equally emotional. Explore these thoughtful options.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Aging Parents Sustainability

Can You Legally Be Buried at Sea?

Yes. Here's what you need to know to plan your nautical farewell.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Aging Parents Sustainability

What Really Gets Recycled?

The answer is rather complex.

By Michael Dregni

Sustainability

What Is a Natural or Green Burial?

Learn more about this simple, yet meaningful, ancient burial practice.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Aging Parents Sustainability

Hope on the Great Barrier Reef

One of our editors shares her tour of the Great Barrier Reef of Australia and what she learned about efforts to rehabilitate this critical marine habitat.

By Kaelyn Riley

Sustainability Travel

Protect Yourself From Mosquitoes — Naturally

Spraying pesticides or foggers can harm pollinators. Try these simple, natural tips to prevent a mosquito bite.

By Lauren David

Home/Living Sustainability

What Is Human Composting?

Also known as natural organic reduction (NOR), this eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial and cremation processes allows a body to naturally decompose and leave behind a rich compost. Learn more.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Aging Parents Sustainability