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Cross-Laminated Timber Emerges in Sustainable Building

Oct 29, 2021 06:30AM

A Swedish method of building using cross-laminated timber (CLT) is emerging as a climate-friendly alternative to traditional, concrete-based construction.

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Eat High-Flavonoid Foods to Reduce Cognitive Decline

Oct 29, 2021 06:30AM

Eating foods high in flavonoids—the antioxidant-rich plant compounds found in strawberries, oranges, peppers and apples—can reduce the risk of cognitive decline by 20 percent or more.

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Renovating the Recycling Stream

Oct 29, 2021 06:30AM

Better recycling solutions are being introduced the remove the burden from the consumer and recyclers while making the process easier.

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Boost Kids’ Learning Abilities with Exercise

Oct 29, 2021 06:30AM ● By Rachael Oppy

The right kind of exercise, particularly swimming, can help kids learn vocabulary better, suggests research.

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Avoid Infant Formulas with Added Sugar

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

A study finds that infants given formulas with added sugar had significant weight gain compared to infants that were breastfed or given formulas without added sugar.

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Forever Chemicals Banned in Maine

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

In lieu of federal regulation, the state of Maine has enacted a wide-ranging ban on the use of all perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), nicknamed “forever chemicals”, by 2030.

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Exercise More to Counter Risks of Poor Sleep

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

Both physical inactivity and poor sleep are independently linked to a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and death, but more exercise lowers the consequence of poor sleep.

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Global Industry Turns to Solar Energy

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

Production costs for solar energy dropped by 90 percent between 2009 and 2020, with experts estimating a rise in solar power plants around the world.

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Oceans are Key to Controlling Climate

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

A recent report states that countries must recognize the important role that oceans have in limiting climate change and enact policies to protect marine ecosystems.

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Drink Green Tea to Ward Off Flu

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

Green tea contains compounds called catechins that have significant antiviral activity against influenza, report researchers.

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Food Waste Complicates Effort to Slow Climate Change

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

A report suggests that food waste should be viewed not only in relation to world hunger, but also in the context of climate change, as food production consumes vast amounts of resources.

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Consider Barberry to Reduce Diabetes Markers

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

Researchers have discovered that barberry extract can help lower fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels, Type 2 diabetes markers.

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Return Native Lands to Protect Nature

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

Land is being transferred to or co-managed by Indigenous tribes, repatriating culturally and ecologically important resources with the former occupants and local communities.

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Eat Strawberries to Improve Blood Vessel Health

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

A new study demonstrates that strawberries increase flow in blood vessels and reduce systolic blood pressure.

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Using Enzymes to Recycle Plastic

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM

A more sustainable approach for recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic used in single-use beverage bottles, clothing and food packaging, has been found.

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