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Autumn Leaves: Your Secret to a Greener, Healthier Lawn

Susan Barton, University of Delaware By Susan Barton, University of Delaware
Susan Barton, University of Delaware

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Want a healthier lawn? Instead of bagging fall leaves, take the lazy way out and get a more environmentally friendly yard

When Is the Right Time to Say Goodbye to Your Pet?

Angela Garner By Angela Garner
Angela Garner

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When considering end-of-life issues for pets, it is important to always keep in mind the question, “What is best for this animal?”

The Frugal Foodie: Slash Your Grocery Bills Through Gardening and Foraging

Kate Neale, Southern Cross University By Kate Neale, Southern Cross University
Kate Neale, Southern Cross University

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Growing your own food and foraging can help tackle your ballooning grocery bill. Here’s how.

Is Grain-Free Better for Your Dog?

Sara Hoummady and Guillemette Garry, UniLaSalle By Sara Hoummady and Guillemette Garry, UniLaSalle
Sara Hoummady and Guillemette Garry, UniLaSalle

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Is your pooch better or worse off on a cereal-free diet?

The Blueprint for Sustainable and Resilient Housing

Andréanne Doyon and Trivess Moore, By Andréanne Doyon and Trivess Moore,
Andréanne Doyon and Trivess Moore,

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How sustainable, liveable and resilient housing can help us adapt to a changing future

A Hidden Factor in Our Children's Development

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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When discussing pollution, our minds often drift to images of smoggy cities and factories belching smoke. 

Can Robots Close the Gender Gap in Household Work?

Ekaterina Hertog and Lulu Shi, University of Oxford By Ekaterina Hertog and Lulu Shi, University of Oxford
Ekaterina Hertog and Lulu Shi, University of Oxford

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The dawn of domestic robots could dramatically cut gender inequality when it comes to household work

Not Everyone Wants to Delegate Their Chores to Technology

Emanuel de Bellis, University of St.Gallen By Emanuel de Bellis, University of St.Gallen
Emanuel de Bellis, University of St.Gallen

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Household chores have a bad reputation. Many of us do not particularly like doing the dishes and cleaning the floor.

The Therapeutic Power of Community Gardens and Eco-Mindfulness

Jose Yong, Northumbria University, Newcastle By Jose Yong, Northumbria University, Newcastle
Jose Yong, Northumbria University, Newcastle

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Every day, we are bombarded with messages about a world in crisis. Alongside the ongoing reminders of wars, economic recessions and social unrest is news about natural disasters and extreme weather

Is It Really Safe To Feed Your Cat A Vegan Diet

Alexandra Whittaker, University of Adelaide By Alexandra Whittaker, University of Adelaide
Alexandra Whittaker, University of Adelaide

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Recently there’s been a trend of people wanting to feed their pets a diet that follows their own dietary preferences – which often means a meat-free diet.

Clear Home, Clear Mind: Strategies to Stay Clutter-Free

Jamal Abarashi and Taghreed Hikmet, Auckland University of Technology By Jamal Abarashi and Taghreed Hikmet, Auckland University of Technology
Jamal Abarashi and Taghreed Hikmet, Auckland University of Technology

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Maintaining a tidy home is a never-ending challenge. And tidiness goes beyond aesthetics – it contributes to a person’s mental wellbeing.

Being in Right Relationship with Plants

Jen Frey By Jen Frey
Jen Frey

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When we are in right relationship with Plants and Earth, we naturally flow out of the consumer mind frame. We move into intimacy. We want to honor them and be of service to them. 

From Beauty to Beast: The Dual Nature of Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons look pretty but there is so much more to them. Richard Milne, Author provided  Richard Milne, The University of Edinburgh By Rhododendrons look pretty but there is so much more to them. Richard Milne, Author provided Richard Milne, The University of Edinburgh
Rhododendrons look pretty but there is so much more to them. Richard Milne, Author provided Richard Milne, The University of Edinburgh

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Neither of these is quite accurate. Rhododendrons have an ancient legacy older than the Himalayas and a history intertwined with poison, medicine and folklore.

Wasps: The Underestimated Genius in Your Backyard

Scarlett Howard and Adrian Dyer, Monash University By Scarlett Howard and Adrian Dyer, Monash University
Scarlett Howard and Adrian Dyer, Monash University

 

close-up photo of a wasp on a flower

People loves bees, but their cousins the wasps often provoke a far less friendly reaction. The much-maligned insects often inspire fear, disgust or even the “kill it with fire” response.

Seeing Colors: How Color Blindness & Animal Vision Differ from Human Sight

Langis Michaud, Université de Montréal By Langis Michaud, Université de Montréal
Langis Michaud, Université de Montréal

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Dogs don’t see life through rose-coloured glasses, nor in black and white.For a few months now, I’ve been treating six-year-old Samuel, who has the beginnings of myopia.

Unearth the Benefits of Lazy Gardening for a Greener Planet

Aimee Brett, Nottingham Trent University By Aimee Brett, Nottingham Trent University
Aimee Brett, Nottingham Trent University

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A pristine garden can come with an environmental cost. The chemicals we use to kill weeds and bugs rely on fossil fuels, and can disrupt local wildlife.

The Kiss Conundrum: Is It Safe to Show Affection to Your Pets?

Sarah McLean and Enzo Palombo, Swinburne University of Technology By Sarah McLean and Enzo Palombo, Swinburne University of Technology
Sarah McLean and Enzo Palombo, Swinburne University of Technology

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While owning a pet is linked to numerous mental and physical health benefits, our pets can also harbour infectious diseases that can sometimes be passed on to us. For most people, the risk is low.

Unlocking the Power of Microgreens: Nutrient-Rich and Flavorful Shoots

Carol Wagstaff, University of Reading By Carol Wagstaff, University of Reading
Carol Wagstaff, University of Reading

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Many of us germinated cress seeds on a bit of wet tissue at primary school, giving us a first introduction to edible microgreens.

The Magical World of Interacting with Plants

Jen Frey By Jen Frey
Jen Frey

a small wooden house in a garden

 Plants make this amazing, wonderful, fantastic planet livable. Among many gifts, they provide the oxygen that we need to breathe.

The Healing Wisdom of Animals -- For You and For Them

Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D. By Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D.
Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D.

horses out in nature

When it comes to natural healing, animals have a sixth sense that leads them directly to what they need most.

Why Dogs Are More Than Just Pets

Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com By Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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In a world that often feels like it's spinning out of control, something is soul-soothing about coming home to your dog's wagging tail and eager eyes. 

Enlightened Dog Training Principle #1: Silence is Golden

Jesse Sternberg By Jesse Sternberg
Jesse Sternberg

shaggy labradoodle

The more we reflect on our dog’s highly sensitive, animalistic, nonverbal consciousness, the better quality relationship we can achieve with them.

Adapting to Wildfire in a Warming Climate: Essential Steps to Protect Your Home and Community

Justin Angle, University of Montana By Justin Angle, University of Montana
Justin Angle, University of Montana

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Humans have learned to fear wildfire. It can destroy communities, torch pristine forests and choke even faraway cities with toxic smoke.

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